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Nau mai, haere mai — welcome

Come visit Bright Paws

The best way to choose a centre is to stand in it. Book a free visit — we’ll show you everything and answer anything.

No pressure, just a look around

What to expect at your visit

A warm welcome & tour

About 30 relaxed minutes — see the rooms, the outdoor spaces and where your tamaiti would spend their day.

Meet the kaiako

Chat with the teachers who’d care for your child — ask anything about settling in, routines and learning.

Answers & next steps

Leave with fees, session options and an enrolment pack — then decide in your own time.

Joining is easy

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Find us

7 Bains Avenue, Hamilton East, Hamilton 3216

0800 323 543

hello@brightpaws.co.nz

7:30am – 5:30pm, Mon–Fri

Find us at 7 Bains Avenue, Hamilton East, Hamilton 3216.

Good to know

Frequently asked questions

What age can my child enrol?

Babies through to preschool, grouped into Little Elephants, Little Rhinos and Little Lions. Ask us on your visit about the right room for your child’s age.

Do you offer free ECE hours?

Yes — tamariki aged 3 to 5 get up to 30 hours of free early childhood education per week at Bright Paws.

What are the hours & fees?

Open 7:30am – 5:30pm, Monday to Friday. 30 hours free ECE applies for 3–5 year olds — call us on 0800 323 543 for current fees for your child’s age and days.

What are your ratios?

We keep groups small, with 100% qualified kaiako. Every room meets the Ministry of Education’s required ratios — ask us on your visit about the current ratios in each room.

How do I apply?

Book a visit below — we’ll meet you, show you around and talk through enrolment together.