Kia ora, Nau Mai Haere Mai
For over 30 years, Otago Childcare Centre (OCC) has been a trusted provider of high-quality education and care for children in Dunedin. We are a boutique, community-based early childhood centre that caters to tamariki aged 0-5 years.
At OCC, we value the unique needs of each child and offer a range of learning opportunities tailored to their development. Our mixed-age programme fosters collaboration and connection among tamariki, while our small, specialised groups provide focused learning experiences.
Our Programmes Include:
- For 3–5-Year-Olds: Purposeful, small-group activities designed to inspire curiosity, independence, and a love for learning.
- For Under-2s: A calm, safe, and responsive environment where infants and toddlers are nurtured with care and attention.
At OCC, our mission is simple: to help children Connect, Learn and Flourish in a supportive and inspiring setting.
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Experienced trained teachers
Children's voices are encouraged, their interests and abilities are valued so that meaningful learning experiences along with parent aspirations form the foundation of our learning programmes. Our children are independent, confident and able learners.
Children's voices are encouraged, their interests and abilities are valued so that meaningful learning experiences along with parent aspirations form the foundation of our learning programmes. Our children are independent, confident and able learners.
- Regular excursions and a weekly bush programme are part of our rich learning opportunities.
- Small group learning opportunities enhance children's skills and form a strong foundation for school and lifelong learning.
Our Values:At OCC, we embrace a learning programme guided by three core values to help tamariki Connect, Learn, and Flourish
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Centre Operating TimesThe Centre is open from 7.30 am — 6.00 pm Monday to Friday. We are closed weekends and statutory holidays.
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Where to find usWe are located in the heart of Belleknowes/Roslyn. We have parks and the Roslyn shopping centre nearby for children to explore on walking excursions.
Our over two programme regularly visits the town belt for their bush walks as part of the Town Belt Kaitiaki. 22 Ross Street Roslyn DUNEDIN |