Phone: (09) 479 7420
Email: info@wonderbees.co.nz
Wonder Bees Early Learning Centre in nearby Mairangi Bay – Perfect for busy Murrays Bay families seeking quality, convenience & educational excellence.
📍 Conveniently Located for Murrays Bay Families
While we’re located in beautiful Mairangi Bay (just next door!), Wonder Bees is the premium childcare choice for discerning Murrays Bay families. Our convenient 3 Whetu Place location means easy drop-offs and pick-ups – plus all the benefits of our leading early learning program.
Everything busy Murrays Bay families need in premium childcare, just minutes from home.
Unlike massive childcare centres with 100+ children, Wonder Bees is licensed for just 40 children total. Your child isn't lost in the crowd - our qualified teachers know every child's name, personality, and needs.
All our educators are qualified, registered and passionate. We exceed Ministry of Education ratios ratios with 1:3 for under-2s and 1:6 for over-2s.
Children learn best through play. Our approach supports the 90% of brain development that happens by age 5, backed by Harvard research on early brain development.
Following Te Whāriki - New Zealand's world-renowned early childhood curriculum. Research shows quality early education builds critical brain connections that last a lifetime.
Our multicultural environment teaches children about differences and cultures, developing essential social skills that prepare them for school and life success.
Daily updates through Storypark, plus monthly learning stories. We believe parents are children's first teachers - maintaining strong home-centre partnerships.
Both. Children aged 3 to 5 get up to 20 hours a week fully funded through 20 Hours ECE. FamilyBoost is an IRD rebate of up to 40% of your remaining fees (capped at $1,560 a quarter) for households earning under $57,286 a quarter, at any age. We’ll show you how they stack on your visit.
Yes, Wonder Bees is fully licensed by the Ministry of Education for children aged 0-5 years. We meet all government safety and education standards, are regularly audited by ERO, and follow the Te Whāriki curriculum framework. You can view our ERO reports online for complete transparency.
We maintain ratios that exceed Ministry requirements.
For under-2s, it’s 1:3 (one teacher for three children).
For ages 2-5, it’s 1:6. Our boutique size means smaller groups and more individual attention for your child.
Starting childcare can be emotional for children and parents. Our gentle settling process includes gradual visits where you can stay with your child initially.
Your child’s key teacher works closely with you to understand their needs. Most children settle within 1-2 weeks.
Yes, all meals are included. Our cook prepares fresh, nutritious morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea daily.
We accommodate all dietary requirements and allergies.
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