Halswell Learning Tree

100% recommend! We moved down from Auckland recently and wanted to find a preschool similiar to our one up there. We visited over 20 preschools in Halswell and surrounding suburbs (we are a little picky!) As soon as we visited here, we just got a really good vibe! Teachers were so friendly and welcoming, all the children playing seemed happy and engaged, family-owned (which is a huge plus for us as we didn't want a big corporate centre). We have been there for 6 months now and are so happy we found this preschool. We have a 2 year old and 4 year old and they are both just so loved and happy here.

We chose The Learning Tree for our son as we thought it was the best fit for him and us. We looked at many of the other preschools in the area but this stood out to us as it was smaller than the others and we were impressed with everything they offered. Our boy is quite shy and when we popped in to look around, he went straight off to explore (which he hadn’t done at any other centre!) We were quite surprised and from there it was all go for us! We have been here for 8 months and are so pleased with how settled and confident he is becoming. I am due for my second baby in November and when the time comes, we will sending her to their nursery as well.

When the preschool let us know about putting reviews on here, I didnt hesitate to jump on to share our praises. We have always loved the centre and been here for 5 years as we have our third child attending now. It’s a really great environment and the family that own it (and also work there) make you feel like part of the family. We have had a few challenges, especially around covid19 and they have been so supportive, helping ease some of the troubles we have had. I couldnt think of a better preschool to nurture our children during this important time in their lives. They only live these early years once so we are happy to give them their best start at Halswell Learning Tree!

So many fantastic opportunities offered for the children attending here. My children love outdoors and messy play and they were always able to do so much of this.

Small family owned centre. Staff are so lovely and friendly and they all definitely go above and beyond making you feel like a member of their family!!! My child loved being there and made some really good friends. I loved the spontaneous excursions they would go on and knew my baby was in amazing, quality care! Large outdoor areas. Would highly recommend!!