Home-based Childcare in Auckland

Nurturing curious minds through play, connection, and community in Tāmaki Makaurau!

Home-based childcare in Auckland creates spaces where tamariki feel safe, calm, and able to grow at their own pace. Across Tāmaki Makaurau, children get to attend regular playgroups and outings, so they can build friendships and embed themselves within the wider community. 

Each child benefits from an Auckland-based in-home childcare environment that values their unique strengths and learning styles. Supported by qualified Visiting Teachers, Educators create tailored play-based learning journeys.

A Holistic Approach to Home-Based Childcare, Auckland 

Holistic at our core, we encourage every child to explore their innate curiosity and creativity. Our curriculum is designed to help children grow a love of learning, as well as essential life skills such as communication, collaboration and problem-solving.

We let learning unfold through play, relationships and everyday moments. At Edubase, we celebrate cultural diversity and shape an appreciation for NZ’s dual heritage in little learners. Cultural stories, songs and customs are woven into our regular routines.

Together With Whānau

We value strong partnerships with whānau. We encourage families to take part in their child’s learning journey (through tools like Storypark) as well as to connect with other families. Going beyond learning, we can build a vibrant community where children are free to explore and grow.

Looking for the right childcare option for your whānau?

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Our korero reflects the combined experience and heart of our four operating brands: Kids at Home, Wild Things, Gingerbread Cottage and Home Grown Kids. Together, they’re supported under the Edubase umbrella, while preserving the unique identity of each brand.

Our Why

Our Guiding Principles

E.
Empowering

We support everyone in our community (families, children and Educators) to exceed their potential.

D.
Devoted

We’re passionate about home-based education for children in Auckland, and are committed to providing the best outcomes.

U.
Understanding

We lead with empathy and understanding of individual needs.

B.
Belonging

 

We create environments where everyone feels valued and included.

A.
Authentic

We act with honesty and transparency.

S.
Sense

of fun. We find joy in everyday moments.

E.
Excellence

We work to provide high-quality in-home education for tamariki in Aotearoa.

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Testimonials

From those who love us

BM
North Canterbury

Having a home-based facility close to my work meant that my child was in an environment where she was well cared for and provided opportunities for community activities that she would not have had in a more traditional preschool setting. She thrived in the environment, and I am thankful that this was an option for my child.

G.M
Upper Hutt

Our Educator offered the perfect environment we needed at the time. We will always appreciate the care and support we received. I will definitely recommend.

OH

Absolutely love where my child went, fitted all his needs with his disabilities being autistic, his teacher understood and helped me and my son SO much. The support was outstanding.
Thank you so much.

First time Mum
Waikato

I was scared and felt so guilty putting my son into care but it was clear from the start how cared for he was and he thrived! He still talks so fondly of his educator even after finishing up. We are forever grateful.
Hamilton, Waikato

Happy Parent
Auckland

We had an amazing experience with Sha as our Home Based Educator. It is very easy to see that she loves kids and is very attuned to their needs. My child felt so at home at Sha’s. She had a calm and caring energy, and she was very easy to communicate with. She learned so many words and skills through play. My toddler ate all her veggies at Sha’s when I couldn’t feed her them at home! Sha has been so wonderful and we highly recommend her!

JK
Levin

My experience was over and beyond of what I expected. Our Educator was exceptional with my child. My girl always wanted to go. She didn’t miss a day unless she was sick. Her Educator took them out everyday, playgroup, parks and other cool outings. The communication was always good. I highly recommend this service if anyone is looking.

Anon

I’m a parent who struggled with anxiety around childcare after a negative experience at a daycare. The home-based care I received through Homegrown Kids was calm, nurturing, and had such positive energy. It genuinely helped ease my anxiety. Our carer was incredibly loving and truly cared about my child, which made all the difference. I highly recommend Homegrown Kids to any parent looking for safe, supportive care.

Group size matters
North Shore - Auckland

Edubase and our educator were amazing and we are so grateful that our son was able to be nurtured and developed during his time. We are not new to homebased care as an option but what made Edubase stand out is the smaller number of children in the inhome environment and all the events and opportunities where educators and children can meet and socialise. Our son definitely benefited from being able to socialise in bigger groups.

A&T B
Rangiora

Our Educator, Sharlena, has been both of our children’s caregiver for the past four years and she has treated our children as if they were her own. Both of our kids are incredibly confident, well-rounded individuals who have loved having Sharlena in their lives, and she will be hugely missed by our whole family. We can’t recommend her enough.