Nurturing your little ones

My daughter spent an amazing four years with Piccolini from a one year old in the nursery until she graduated the kindy and started school. The whole team at Piccolini was amazing, working with us as our needs changed and helping transition my daughter through various stages and milestones the way I wanted her to (changing sleep patterns, toilet training, moving to the kindy etc). With a stable and obviously carefully selected staff, many teachers the same over the four years, Piccolini provided a home way from home – for both of us! If you’re looking for a genuinely caring centre where your children will be nurtured as individuals I can’t recommend Piccolini highly enough.

- Abbie Harris, Havelock North

We have been part of the Piccolini family for a year now, with my 4 year old son attending the kindy.  During this time, I have seen his confidence and self esteem soar.  The teachers at Piccolini are nurturing and kind whilst celebrating the children's strengths and challenging them to push themselves.

The before school program is a wonderful part of the curriculum and prepares the children for the transition to school emotionally, socially and academically.  

10/10!  We couldn't be happier.  Thank you!

- Naretta Aspinall,

My children have been at Piccolini since they were both young.  When we moved across to the Southhampton street premises the playground was immediately a huge hit.
It is designed with little explorers in mind.  From the awesome fort to the cool little stream they can create to flow to the sandpit, it has it all for little minds to play adventures in.
Melissa has been amazing at helping my kids settle in from the start.  Her unflappable nature and genuine caring heart not only creates a welcoming atmosphere but helps the children feel so at ease and comfortable in their new surroundings.  Piccolini has the Highest recommendations from me.

- Karla Shaw, Hastings

"We have been very happy with our choice of Piccolini Kindergarten for our two children. James has recently started school and after two years attending Piccolini he was definitely well prepared for this huge transition. We liked that the staff encouraged and nurtured James's personal strengths while gently steering him in the right direction if things needed working on. I personally love that Piccolini kindergarten is a centre that lets 'kids be kids' and their emphasis on learning through play and interacting with others helps form the vital building blocks for future learning. James really enjoys revisiting Piccolini as he made strong connections with the staff and centre."

- Bridgette Barrett, Havelock North Kindergarten

Piccolini is an amazing centre that we are very proud to say that our son attends. The teachers here make catering to the children's needs their number one priority.  We recommend Piccolini to anyone!  I feel 100% safe and comfortable with knowing my son is in the care of Piccolini staff.  With my child having higher needs, Piccolini have exceeded expectations in taking care of my son and in going above and beyond making sure his needs are met.

- Stacey Blunsdon,