Whakapuāwai

4+ Years

Ready For Big Steps & New Adventures

A joyful child at a preschool and kindergarten, thriving in an early childhood learning environment focused on discovery and growth

The green hexagon symbolises Whakapuāwai (Age 4+), fostering exploration, discovery, and school readiness at this early learning centre.

This environment fosters a strong emphasis on school readiness.

Tamariki engage in cooperative learning opportunities with their peers, preparing for their transition to school, kindergarten, and kindy environments through regular visits to local educational settings.

At Oxford Early Learning Centre, our dynamic Wā mahi programme runs daily in a vibrant learning centre, supporting essential early childhood development in areas such as language, maths, science, technology, social sciences, the arts, and physical well-being.

Our modern childcare facilities, including a state-of-the-art daycare centre, feature an outdoor environment that offers a challenging physical space, extending tamariki’s current interests and abilities.

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Meet Our 4+ Years Team

Esther Hodgson

Qualified Kaiako

Katie Blomfield

Qualified Kaiako

Caroline Edwards

Qualified Kaiako

Charmayne O’Connor

Qualified Kaiako

Nurturing Growth At Every Stage

Manaaki

6 months – 2 years

Providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for our youngest tamariki.

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Tūāpapa Ako

Age 2-3

An interactive environment with a spacious indoor and outdoor flow that fosters our philosophy of “play is learning”.

Visit 2-3 Years

Whakapuāwai

Age 4+

This environment fosters a strong emphasis on exploration, discovery and school readiness.

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Join Hundreds Of Happy Learners

We wanted to take a moment to express our gratitude to everyone at OELC. We have been so impressed with the care, dedication, and enthusiasm the staff brings to their work every day. Our daughter has flourished in such a nurturing and engaging environment. We are truly grateful for the positive impact OELC has had on her and feel so fortunate to have found such a wonderful school for her early years.

Lauren & Tom

Oxford Early Learning Centre has been an excellent place for my two children to learn and grow. The care structure is very well thought out to ensure tamariki emotional and individual needs are met, getting to know their interests and working really hard to create an environment where everyone can enjoy and get the best out of their day. With incredibly friendly and supportive kaiako they have created a safe and welcoming space that my kids love to come back to, just like home.

Briony

OELC is more than childcare, they are part of our community and a part of our children’s upbringing. Their values align with our own and they have gone the extra mile for our children’s individual needs. We couldn’t recommend them enough.

Matthews Family

As grandparents we are always welcomed to the centre by all the staff and enjoy seeing our granddaughter with her friends and using the interactive environment provided. Our granddaughter is always keen to show us what she’s been doing.