Rosy Cheeks Early Learning Centre 188 Rose Street, Somerfield, Christchurch, Canterbury 8024

"We have been part of the Rosy Cheeks family for over 8 years now. Our oldest daughter and son have moved onto primary school in that time and we felt they were both fully prepared and confident to make the transition after their time at Rosy Cheeks. Our youngest daughter, currently at Rosy Cheeks, also loves her time there. As a parent, the communication from head teacher Kathy is fantastic, and exceeded our expectations during the turmoil and challenges faced over the last 8 years. The daily contact,with each of the amazing teaching team (even when it is a brief word at drop-off or pick up) is very much valued. Rosy Cheeks has definitely met the needs for all 3 of our children and our family, and I would unreservedly recommend it as an Early Learning Centre."

"I used to be a preschool teacher and have seen/been in many different preschools and kindergartens - Rosy Cheeks is the best one. We have had all 3 of our children attend Rosy Cheeks and we can’t rate it highly enough. The teachers are all warm and friendly and really care about the children. They provide wonderful learning experiences and a calm and inviting environment. Rosy Cheeks is a wonderful ‘home away from home’ for our children."

"We have loved Rosy Cheeks for seven years now! From the very first moment we walked in the door, it has always felt like a home away from home. The friendly welcoming teachers, the beautiful villa with resources for play, and the outdoor area with vegetable garden, fruit trees, sandpit, craft room, playhouse - I knew it was the perfect place for my child! All three of my children have thrived and thoroughly enjoyed their time at Rosy Cheeks. The teachers are wonderful! They are nurturing, caring, supportive, friendly, and there is great communication. When my children were settling in, the teachers always provided lots of comfort and reassurance to both my child and myself! My older children love coming back to visit when we pick up my youngest, which is testament to the very special memories they have of their time there. Rosy Cheeks provides children the opportunities to create, explore and form a sense of belonging that nurtures them through their preschool years. Thank you so much for everything Rosy Cheeks!"

"We've had all three of our children at Rosy Cheeks and we all absolutely love it. The staff are warm, supportive, and nurturing, understanding and well-informed; and that's with the parents as well as the children! All three of my children have adored their teachers. Even when my eldest started school and we had to go in a different direction in the mornings, I couldn't bring myself to leave Rosy Cheeks. They take pride in their centre, constantly up-grading, adding new materials, and looking for ways to better serve the children and their families. The children have so much fun and at the same time there is a sense of calm and security. There are so many places to choose from and none come close to Rosy Cheeks for somewhere to leave your children with complete confidence that they are getting all the love, learning, and play that they need."

"My son George has been in Rosy Cheeks for a couple of years now, and he loves it. Actually most days after preschool he says he likes his little school. I have only good things to say about Kathy the owner and the teachers (specially Julie our key teacher) and assistants. They are kind, caring and amazingly welcoming. The atmosphere is pretty cool, the areas for playing and arts are great. We speak Spanish at home and we feel really comfortable with a Rosy Cheeks being multicultural and welcoming. I think I made a great choice choosing this learning centre for my boy."