nature Focused Childcare In Queenstown
At Gems, children shine in a natural learning environment. We nurture your child's growth through engaging activities and a supportive environment. Join us in creating a strong foundation for lifelong learning and friendship.
Find Your Nearest Childcare
Gems Miro
At Gems Miro, our wide open spaces, seamless indoor-outdoor flow, and imaginative playgrounds inspire tamariki to explore, grow, and thrive every day.
Gems Rātā
At Gems Rātā, our passionate, experienced teaching team and flexible hours provide exceptional care in a purpose-built centre at the heart of the Kawarau Park community.
Gems Kōwhai
At Gems Kōwhai, our heart is in our people. The moment you walk in, you’re welcomed into a calm, cosy, and inviting space that feels just like home.
Three centres,
close together
All three centres are located just off the state highway between Queenstown and Arrowtown within a few minutes of each other.
Find a gems centre
for you and your child
Each of our three centres offers the same high standard of Gems care and curriculum, with thoughtful variations to suit your preferences and budget.
The Pikler Approach
The principles of Dr. Emmi Pikler’s approach to raising healthy babies: This approach is based on renowned Hungarian paediatrician Emmi Pikler’s research into gross motor development and emphasises treating babies with respect by telling them what you are going to do before you do it, encouraging them to participate in their own care and supporting them to solve their own problems…
Reggio Emilia Philosophy
The Reggio Emilia Approach is an educational philosophy focused on preschool and primary education. It was developed by Loris Malaguzzi, who was a teacher himself, and the parents of the villages around Reggio Emilia in Italy after World War II. After such a great and destructive event, people believed that children were in need of a new way of learning…
Our three centres
Get in touch with any of our locations using the details below, or email our team at enrol@gems.net.nz — we’re always happy to help. Full Contact Details Here
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