Childcare and Preschool

Albany

 12 weeks fees free enrol before the end of April 2025 ts and cs apply.

Join us for endless smiles, creativity, and joyful playtime! To learn more about enrollments or to schedule a site visit, call now (09) 414 1014 or email us albany@justkidz.co.nz

Childcare and Preschool

Albany

Join us for endless smiles, creativity, and joyful playtime! To learn more about enrollments or to schedule a site visit, call now (09) 414 1014 or email us albany@justkidz.co.nz

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Why Choose Just Kidz Albany

Flexible Scheduling Options

Our Childcare and Preschool is open from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Monday to Friday, offering year-round service except on public holidays. We provide flexible scheduling options to suit your needs, including full-day, half-day, and part-time attendance throughout the week.


Transparent Communication

We provide comprehensive updates on children's development and learning through online portfolios, making it easy to share with family members. Additionally, each child receives a keepsake portfolio book to revisit and cherish their progress and milestones.

Parent Involvement Opportunities

Parents can actively participate in their child's Childcare & Preschool experience through parent-teacher meetings and special events. We work collaboratively with parents, recognising them as the child's primary educators, to support and enhance each child's learning journey.

Licensing and Accreditation

Our licensed and accredited Childcare & Preschool centre upholds the highest standards for safety, cleanliness, and staff qualifications.

Clean and Safe Environment

At our Childcare & Preschool centre, you'll find well-organised spaces, extensive childproofing measures, and secure outdoor play areas for your child to enjoy.

Enrichment Programs

Inspired by the Reggio Emilia philosophy and Te Whāriki, the New Zealand Early Childhood Education curriculum.

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Contact Us

The Just Kidz Albany preschool and early childhood education centre operates from a large, purpose-built, four-room facility that accommodates up to 98 children aged 3 months to 5 years, located at 5 William Pickering Drive in Albany. We are a warm, approachable childcare team who understand that the success of an early childhood education centre lies in building and maintaining genuine reciprocal relationships with our children, families, teaching team, and community.


Our teachers respect and value cultural diversity to ensure that all cultures are acknowledged. As passionate early childhood educators, we believe in nurturing and teaching young children to become competent and confident learners at preschool and in their communities, who are capable of thinking independently and believing in their own strength and abilities to achieve, think, and take pride in their own learning and everything they accomplish.

INFANTS
We have well executed activity plans that assist in the development of your infant like language, executive function, cognitive skills and so much more. Here are some of the things we work on with your infant.
INFANTS Room

Our infants room providing ample space for our youngest learners to move around and explore. The environment is set up to create a safe learning space, filled with natural light and all the comforts that our littlest learners need. Rest assured, your children will experience respectful and peaceful relationships with their teachers. We believe in providing an environment where children’s routines are calm and unhurried, with a strong emphasis on communication with you as their parent or caregiver.

TODDLERS
Just like our infant activity plans, our toddler activity plans are professionally tested and proven by federal education agencies to promote healthy growth and development of your toddler. Browse our list of toddler activities below.
INFANTS ACTIVITIES
  • Listen to books read aloud to develop an understanding of words and sounds
  • Develop early memory skills & focused attention during short periods of time
  • Form an attachment to familiar adults and healthy interaction with other infants
  • Work on physical milestones like rolling over, crawling, hand/eye coordination, and more
  • Use the five senses to explore and observe
  • Explore a variety of textures and colours
  • And so much more…
TODDLERS ACTIVITIES
  • Imitate reading behaviours like turning pages and babbling, and explore writing with scribbles
  • Remember the location of objects like a specific toy
  • Awareness of other children’s emotions and try to help when others are upset
  • Play games that develop throwing and kicking skills
  • Sort and classify objects like helping a teacher make piles of different coloured toys
  • Enter the world of make believe with simple props like toy phones and puppets
  • And so much more…
INFANTS ACTIVITIES

 

  • Listen to books read aloud to develop an understanding of words and sounds.
  • Develop early memory skills and focused attention for short periods of time.
  • Form attachments to familiar adults and interact healthily with other infants.
  • Work on physical milestones such as rolling over, crawling, and hand-eye coordination.
  • Use the five senses to explore and observe.
  • Explore a variety of textures and colours.
  • And so much more…

 

INFANTS Room

Our infants room providing ample space for our youngest learners to move around and explore. The environment is set up to create a safe learning space, filled with natural light and all the comforts that our littlest learners need. Rest assured, your children will experience respectful and peaceful relationships with their teachers. We believe in providing an environment where children’s routines are calm and unhurried, with a strong emphasis on communication with you as their parent or caregiver.

INFANTS ACTIVITIES
  • Listen to books read aloud to develop an understanding of words and sounds.
  • Develop early memory skills and focused attention for short periods of time.
  • Form attachments to familiar adults and interact healthily with other infants.
  • Work on physical milestones such as rolling over, crawling, and hand-eye coordination.
  • Use the five senses to explore and observe.
  • Explore a variety of textures and colours.
  • And so much more…


INFANTS
We have well executed activity plans that assist in the development of your infant like language, executive function, cognitive skills and so much more. Here are some of the things we work on with your infant.
TODDLERS Room

Our Toddler Room is specially designed for our active explorers. It is sunny and warm, with abundant natural light. The environment is tailored to support our toddlers' rapidly growing capabilities, offering opportunities for individual exploration and peer engagement. We have essential learning areas fully equipped with thoughtfully selected resources that promote experiences to extend your children's learning and foster their creativity.

TODDLERS
Just like our infant activity plans, our toddler activity plans are professionally tested and proven by federal education agencies to promote healthy growth and development of your toddler. Browse our list of toddler activities below.
INFANTS ACTIVITIES
  • Listen to books read aloud to develop an understanding of words and sounds
  • Develop early memory skills & focused attention during short periods of time
  • Form an attachment to familiar adults and healthy interaction with other infants
  • Work on physical milestones like rolling over, crawling, hand/eye coordination, and more
  • Use the five senses to explore and observe
  • Explore a variety of textures and colours
  • And so much more…
TODDLERS ACTIVITIES
  • Imitate reading behaviours like turning pages and babbling, and explore writing with scribbles
  • Remember the location of objects like a specific toy
  • Awareness of other children’s emotions and try to help when others are upset
  • Play games that develop throwing and kicking skills
  • Sort and classify objects like helping a teacher make piles of different coloured toys
  • Enter the world of make believe with simple props like toy phones and puppets
  • And so much more…
TODDLERS ACTIVITIES

 

  • Imitate reading behaviours such as turning pages and babbling, and explore writing through scribbles.
  • Remember the location of objects, like a specific toy.
  • Show awareness of other children’s emotions and attempt to help when others are upset.
  • Play games that develop throwing and kicking skills.
  • Sort and classify objects, such as helping a teacher make piles of different coloured toys.
  • Enter the world of make-believe with simple props like toy phones and puppets.
  • And so much more…

 


TODDLERS Room

Our Toddler Room is specially designed for our active explorers. It is sunny and warm, with abundant natural light. The environment is tailored to support our toddlers' rapidly growing capabilities, offering opportunities for individual exploration and peer engagement. We have essential learning areas fully equipped with thoughtfully selected resources that promote experiences to extend your children's learning and foster their creativity.

TODDLERS ACTIVITIES
  • Imitate reading behaviours such as turning pages and babbling, and explore writing through scribbles.
  • Remember the location of objects, like a specific toy.
  • Show awareness of other children’s emotions and attempt to help when others are upset.
  • Play games that develop throwing and kicking skills.
  • Sort and classify objects, such as helping a teacher make piles of different coloured toys.
  • Enter the world of make-believe with simple props like toy phones and puppets.
  • And so much more…


INFANTS
We have well executed activity plans that assist in the development of your infant like language, executive function, cognitive skills and so much more. Here are some of the things we work on with your infant.
Preschool Room

While our curriculum across the center promotes school readiness, this room offers a variety of experiences to prepare young children for the transition to local primary schools. The learning resources in this room encourage engagement in literacy-rich activities, mathematical concepts, inquiry-based challenges, and holistic growth.

TODDLERS
Just like our infant activity plans, our toddler activity plans are professionally tested and proven by federal education agencies to promote healthy growth and development of your toddler. Browse our list of toddler activities below.
INFANTS ACTIVITIES
  • Listen to books read aloud to develop an understanding of words and sounds
  • Develop early memory skills & focused attention during short periods of time
  • Form an attachment to familiar adults and healthy interaction with other infants
  • Work on physical milestones like rolling over, crawling, hand/eye coordination, and more
  • Use the five senses to explore and observe
  • Explore a variety of textures and colours
  • And so much more…
TODDLERS ACTIVITIES
  • Imitate reading behaviours like turning pages and babbling, and explore writing with scribbles
  • Remember the location of objects like a specific toy
  • Awareness of other children’s emotions and try to help when others are upset
  • Play games that develop throwing and kicking skills
  • Sort and classify objects like helping a teacher make piles of different coloured toys
  • Enter the world of make believe with simple props like toy phones and puppets
  • And so much more…
PRESCHOOL ACTIVITIES

Socialisation: Preschool provides children with opportunities to interact with peers and develop social skills such as sharing, cooperation, and empathy. Through group activities, games, and free play, children learn how to communicate effectively and navigate social relationships.


Cognitive Development: Preschool activities stimulate children's cognitive development by encouraging exploration, problem-solving, and critical thinking. Children engage in hands-on learning experiences that promote language development, early literacy, numeracy, and scientific inquiry.


Emotional Development: Preschool supports children's emotional development by fostering a sense of security, confidence, and self-esteem. Teachers provide a nurturing and supportive environment where children feel valued, respected, and understood. Children learn how to regulate their emotions, express themselves appropriately, and develop healthy relationships with others.


Physical Development: Preschool programs include activities that promote physical development and coordination, such as outdoor play, gross motor activities, and fine motor skills practice. These activities help children build strength, balance, and agility while developing their motor skills.


Creativity and Imagination: Preschool encourages children to express their creativity and imagination through art, music, dramatic play, and other creative activities. Children have opportunities to explore different materials, experiment with colours and textures, and engage in imaginative play scenarios.

Preschool Room

While our curriculum across the center promotes school readiness, this room offers a variety of experiences to prepare young children for the transition to local primary schools. The learning resources in this room encourage engagement in literacy-rich activities, mathematical concepts, inquiry-based challenges, and holistic growth.

PRESCHOOL ACTIVITIES

Socialisation: Preschool provides children with opportunities to interact with peers and develop social skills such as sharing, cooperation, and empathy. Through group activities, games, and free play, children learn how to communicate effectively and navigate social relationships.


Cognitive Development: Preschool activities stimulate children's cognitive development by encouraging exploration, problem-solving, and critical thinking. Children engage in hands-on learning experiences that promote language development, early literacy, numeracy, and scientific inquiry.


Emotional Development: Preschool supports children's emotional development by fostering a sense of security, confidence, and self-esteem. Teachers provide a nurturing and supportive environment where children feel valued, respected, and understood. Children learn how to regulate their emotions, express themselves appropriately, and develop healthy relationships with others.


Physical Development: Preschool programs include activities that promote physical development and coordination, such as outdoor play, gross motor activities, and fine motor skills practice. These activities help children build strength, balance, and agility while developing their motor skills.

Creativity and Imagination: Preschool encourages children to express their creativity and imagination through art, music, dramatic play, and other creative activities. Children have opportunities to explore different materials, experiment with colours and textures, and engage in imaginative play scenarios.