Testimonials

Choosing Dunsandel Childcare and Preschool has been one of the best decisions we’ve made for our child. From the very first visit, we felt welcomed and supported by a team of passionate, nurturing, and dedicated educators. The strong sense of whanaungatanga (connection and relationships) is felt the moment you walk through the doors. Our tamaiti absolutely thrives in this environment—coming home happy, confident, and full of stories about their day. We are so grateful to be part of the Dunsandel Preschool whānau. It truly is a special place where children are cherished, respected, and inspired every single day.

Dunsandel Childcare and Preschool has truly become a home away from home for our family. The staff are the heart of this centre—so warm, nurturing, and genuinely dedicated to each and every child. From the very first day, we felt confident leaving our little one in their care, knowing they would be loved, supported, and encouraged to grow. The teachers take the time to really get to know each child, recognising their unique strengths and interests. They create a safe, caring space where children feel seen, heard, and valued. It's so much more than just childcare—it's a place where meaningful relationships are built and lifelong foundations are laid. We couldn’t be more thankful for the beautiful team at Dunsandel. They’ve become an extension of our whānau and have made our child’s early years truly special.

Moving to New Zealand from the Philippines was a big change for our family, but one of the best things that happened was finding Dunsandel Childcare and Preschool. From the moment we walked in, we felt so welcomed – like we were part of a family straight away. The teachers were warm, caring, and always had time to answer our questions (and there were a lot at the beginning!). Our child settled so quickly because of the love and support from the teachers, and we felt so reassured knowing they were in such a kind and nurturing place. It’s not just a preschool – it’s a community. We are so grateful to be part of it!

As parents, we were feeling really anxious about our child’s transition to school. It felt like such a big step, and we weren’t sure if they were ready – or if we were! But the support we received from the team at Dunsandel Childcare and Preschool was honestly incredible. The teachers took the time to talk us through every stage, reassuring us with their experience and care. They gently supported our child’s confidence, created fun learning opportunities, and made school visits feel exciting rather than scary. They even helped us understand what to expect as parents, which made a huge difference. Now, our child is thriving at school – happy, confident, and so ready. We couldn’t have done it without the love and guidance of the amazing teachers. They didn’t just prepare our child – they supported us every step of the way too.