Home based childcare Canterbury

Growing connections through play, learning and community.

Our home-based educators in Christchurch and throughout Canterbury give tamariki the chance to participate in regular playgroups and outings. These activities are fantastic for building connections within the broader community and fostering strong relationships within our HGK family.

Our Educators create enriching learning environments that centre on each child’s unique strengths and interests. They receive support from our Visiting Teachers, who collaborate closely with them to ensure a positive learning journey for both children and their families.

So, you can be confident your child gets to grow at their own pace, and feels happy and supported through home-based care in Canterbury.

A Holistic, Play-Based Approach to Home Daycare in Christchurch and Across Canterbury

We are committed to a holistic approach to early childhood education, encouraging every child to explore their natural curiosity and creativity. Our play-based curriculum is crafted to build a love for learning, while setting them up with grounded skills in social competence, communication and the ability to work alongside others.

Beyond our regular activities, we honour cultural diversity and inclusion by integrating various cultural stories, songs, and customs into our regular routines. This approach not only deepens the children’s understanding of the world but also promotes respect and appreciation for different cultures and traditions.

Taking steps together

Our home-based educators in Canterbury are dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment.

This also extends to families. We actively involve families by creating opportunities for them to engage in their children’s learning experiences and connect with other families. Together, we aim to build a vibrant and nurturing community where every child can flourish and develop.

Looking for the right childcare option for your whānau?

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Our korero combines the knowledge and experience of our four operating brands, Kids at Home, Wild Things, Gingerbread Cottage and Home Grown Kids. Through these brands, we offer affordable home-based childcare in Christchurch and across New Zealand. To us, it’s important to strengthen and support all brands under the Edubase banner, while preserving each one’s uniqueness.

Our Why

Our Guiding Principles

E.
Empowering

We aspire to empower the entire Edubase community to exceed its potential.

D.
Devoted

Our commitment to providing the best outcomes for tamariki in Aotearoa shows up every day.

U.
Understanding

Working with empathy builds respect and understanding.

B.
Belonging

From families seeking home daycare in Christchurch to the Educators who support them, we want everyone to experience a strong sense of belonging.

A.
Authentic

We are transparent and honest in everything we do.

S.
Sense

of fun. We maintain joy in our work and aim to pass on this mindset to tamariki.

E.
Excellence

We strive for excellence in everything we do.

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Testimonials

From those who love us

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!