👩‍🏫100% Qualified Teachers
👥Low Teacher–Child Ratios
🌏Multicultural Community
🌿Nature-Based Learning
📚Strong School Transition

Why Families
Choose Bunny

Everything we do is guided by care, safety and high-quality early learning.

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Qualified ECE Teachers

100% qualified, caring and experienced.

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Low Teacher–Child Ratios

More teachers, more individual attention.

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MOE Licensed & Regulated

Fully licensed with New Zealand regulatory standards.

5 Key Areas & 80 Criteria

Clear standards for learning, safety and centre management.

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Grade A Food Safety Rating

High food safety standards for peace of mind.

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Healthy Meals Included

Nutritious, balanced meals freshly prepared.

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Nature-Based Play

Outdoor exploration, gardens and discovery.

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Strong School Transition

Building confidence for a smooth move to school.

Established for Over 10 Years

A Safe, Settled Environment for Young Children

Our centre has been part of the Warkworth community for over 10 years. With no recent major renovation, our indoor spaces feel settled and are free from fresh paint, new flooring and strong renovation odours.

10+ YearsEstablished centre
No Fresh Renovation OdoursMore settled indoor spaces
Play, Learn & RestComfortable daily environment
Our Care Approach

Care, Connection
and Partnership

Home should be easy to scan, so we keep the key ideas here and explain the full Bunny approach on a dedicated page.

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Small Group Care

A Key Teacher for Every Child

On average, every 3–5 children are supported by a key teacher who notices their routines, emotions, friendships and growth.

  • Closer daily care and stronger teacher–child connection
  • More familiar communication for parents
  • A stronger sense of security and belonging
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Family Partnership

Every Family’s Voice Matters

We value every child and every family. From time to time, we invite family feedback by email so we can keep improving our teaching team’s connection with families.

  • Teachers lead with love, care and responsibility
  • Family feedback helps us keep improving
  • Families, teachers and children work as one team
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Learning
Through Every Stage

Age-appropriate environments and intentional teaching that support every milestone.

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Infants
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Infants

0–2 years

Nurturing care, sensory exploration and secure attachments.

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Toddlers
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Toddlers

2–3 years

Curiosity, independence and play-based learning every day.

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Preschool
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Preschool

3–5 years

Building confidence, friendships and school readiness skills.

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Learning for Life
Guided by Te Whāriki

We follow New Zealand’s early childhood curriculum to empower confident, capable learners.

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Te Whāriki Principles

Belonging · Wellbeing · Contribution · Communication · Exploration

📖 Literacy & Numeracy
🎵 Music & Movement
🌿 Environmental Education
🌀 Bicultural Practice
💧 Sensory Play
🎒 School Readiness

Nature to Nurture
Young Minds

Spacious outdoor areas, gardens and exploration-rich play support movement, imagination and connection with nature.

Outdoor playShade sailOutdoor nookBunny gardenPlay structure

We’d Love to
Hear From You

Enquire today or book a visit to see our beautiful centre in action.

We typically respond within 1 business day.

Contact Details

☎ 09 425 8730

✉ admin@bunnychildcare.co.nz

⌖ 23–25 Campbell Drive, Warkworth

What Families Say

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★★★★★

“The teachers are so caring and our daughter runs in every morning with a big smile!”

— Sarah, Mum of Mia
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“We love the outdoor spaces and how much time the children spend in nature.”

— James, Dad of Leo
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“Communication is excellent and we feel so supported as a family.”

— Aroha, Mum of Tama

Centre Moments

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