Parent Testimonials

Our son loved the 16 months he spent at Remuera Discovery Express. It was his first experience of a daycare centre and we were so happy that he settled straight away. The teachers that he had in the Busy Bee Room and the Tui Room were child-centred, warm and engaging. It gave us peace of mind to know he was being cared for by teachers he liked and trusted. We were impressed by the range of learning activities that they set up for the children and liked the well organised structures of the day. Our son enjoyed the literacy activities and the book bag that he brought home each week. He made some great friends and has now settled in well at school, thanks to the social skills and learning activities provided by the centre. We have no hesitation in recommending Remuera Discovery Express to other parents.

— Adam and Christine Driver

“Thank you so much for the wonderful care you have provided for my two boys over the last few years. They have loved their time here and especially their teachers. We will miss you heaps.”

— Margot Lewis

When we first joined Remuera Discovery Express, I was impressed by they way the teachers made us feel welcome, the structure and discipline of the school is well balanced with fun, play time, education and a caring environment. The children are always learning and playing, themes are always fresh and they are encouraged to develop at their pace with the love & guidance of the teachers. Luke has grown and developed confidently, is happy and content and loves going to RDE. I have no doubt that Luke will take all he has learnt with him when he starts Primary school next year. We wish you every success in the future and trust that RDE will keep going strong for many years to come.

— Tracey, Herb, Matthew, Jodi and Luke Wulff

Dear Mythli and team,
Thank you so much for everything you have done for Isla over the last few years. She has loved her time at RDE. As parents, we couldn’t be happier with the centre.
Your teaching team are exceptional, your program and curriculum is creative and fun as well as educational. We have loved watching Isla make great friends, learn new things, be challenged and encouraged to learn and grow.
Isla has started school as a very happy, confident and well rounded little girl.
Thank you so much for investing into our family.

— Simon and Erin Manners

Our kids had the pleasure of starting RDE as toddlers. They loved their time at RDE , the constant support and care from the teachers , the enrichment programmes , friendships and fun environment kept them happy and settled. The literacy and numeracy programme RDE facilitate prepared our kids well and ready for school. The collaboration between the primary school was amazing. In saying that RDE is well acquainted with the new entrants school requirements. Even the grim start due to lockdowns didnt make Shanaya any less confident when she finally started school. Thanks to all the skills she acquired at pre school. Shanaya left RDE not only with a sound numeracy and literacy knowledge but confident, happy and independent . We would highly recommend RDE to other families.

— Shelly, Shavin, Shivon and Shanaya Prasad

Sebastian had a brilliant time during his 4 years at RDE, and we are really looking forward to reconnecting with Mythili and the team there when our second son starts in the Kowhai Room in a few weeks.

We were consistently impressed with the staff at RDE who all went out of their way to get to know each child so well, and to build really great relationships with them. Sebastian really loved the staff and still regularly reminisces fondly about his time at daycare. He is very keen to go back and visit regularly once his brother starts. We were also very happy with the way the staff facilitated positive interactions between the children, and helped the kids to learn emotional regulation and other key life skills, in each case in a productive and respectful way.

The learning opportunities offered at RDE were also excellent – Sebastian had a chance to participate in all sorts of activities we simply wouldn’t have done or been able to do at home, including being exposed to everyday practices, food and events from a broad range of cultures other than his own.

Finally, RDE’s school readiness programme has played a large part in Sebastian’s very smooth transition to Meadowbank Primary. Right from day 1 he has felt confident and comfortable trying new things in the school environment, and has approached school with enthusiasm rather than any nervousness. The literacy programme at RDE meant Seb had a great foundation for starting literacy work at school, and even in just 2 terms (and despite the disruptions of lockdown!) he has gone from strength to strength with both reading and writing - now he often even spends his play time making signs for his imaginative play scenarios, and is so proud he can now read baby books to his little brother.

We would highly recommend RDE as an ECE centre for anyone seeking caring, respectful and highly professional care for their children.

— Nicola