We currently have limited daily spaces available and are welcoming new enrolments in the following age groups for a July 2026 start:
👶 Infants (babies) – up to 1 space per day
👧 Toddlers (2 and 3 year-olds) – up to 2 spaces per day
At Reach Forward ELC, our programme is built around a rich inquiry-based, project approach. Children engage in intentional, well-planned learning experiences that unfold over time and allow for deep thinking, discussion and discovery.
Every day, children encounter:
🔬 Science – investigating, experimenting, observing, predicting
🔢 Mathematics – counting, measuring, patterning, problem-solving
📖 Language & Reading – rich conversation, storytelling, shared books
✏️ Mark Making & Early Writing – drawing, symbols, early literacy skills
🎨 Art & Music – creativity, expression, rhythm and sound
🏃 Physical Development – strength, coordination, movement and control
Our projects are thoughtfully designed by experienced teachers to build knowledge progressively, support sustained engagement, and strengthen children’s ability to think, communicate, and persevere.
Reach Forward is known for its calm, purposeful environment, strong teaching practice and a programme that intentionally prepares children for confident, capable learning in the years ahead.
📩 Email us today at [email protected] to arrange a visit or request enrolment information.
Spaces are limited.
Reach Forward Early Learning Centre Albany
Welcome! We are an early learning centre committed to encouraging and growing your children to become confident and capable.
Happy children will be happy learners, which means we put your children firmly at the heart of everything we do.
12/06/2026
Just a little glimpse into the fun, learning and adventures happening each day at Reach Forward! 🌟 From creative activities and hands-on exploration to meaningful engagement and lots of smiles, our children are always busy discovering something new. Every day brings exciting experiences thoughtfully planned by our amazing aunties and making the best of each teachable moment, making each day special, memorable and full of joy. ❤️
29/05/2026
Reach Forward Early Learning Centre Albany is a place where:
✅️ Learning is fun
✅️ Curiosity is encouraged every day
✅️ Little learners grow with confidence
✅️ Play inspires discovery and creativity
✅️ Every child feels valued and supported
✅️ Kindness and respect guide our actions
✅️ Imagination comes to life
✅️ Foundations for lifelong learning are built
✅️ Diversity is celebrated
✅️ Safe spaces nurture brave learners
✅️ Laughter and joy fill our days
25/05/2026
As part of our new inquiry-based project, Enclosures, we have been exploring the children’s growing interest in hide-and-seek games, building tents and creating cosy spaces to hide under and inside. To support this curiosity, we introduced a collection of simple cardboard boxes — and the possibilities have been endless!
The children have been incredibly creative, transforming the boxes into tall buildings, aeroplanes, tunnels and little houses of their own. Some children enjoyed climbing in and crawling through the spaces, while others used markers and crayons to decorate and colour different areas of the boxes.
Through this play, the children are developing problem-solving skills, creativity, cooperation and spatial awareness, all while having so much fun together. It has been wonderful to watch their imaginations come to life and see how something as simple as a box can inspire such rich learning experiences.
22/05/2026
Our Teacher’s Retreat was a meaningful time of learning, reflection and connection. Together, we shared ideas, strengthened our skills and grew as a team — all with the shared goal of creating the best environment for the children and families we serve.
One week later and our hearts are still so full from our Colouring Competition Prize Giving Day 🎨✨
What an incredible day it was — filled with laughter, excitement, proud little smiles and so much joy! Watching the children light up as they received their prizes and celebrated their beautiful artwork was such a special moment for all of us 💛
A huge thank you to Nhi Tran Real Estate North Shore and Harcourts Cooper & Co for helping bring so many smiles to our children’s faces and for supporting our local community in such a meaningful way.
Here’s a little video recap of a day 😊🌈
12/05/2026
📚✨ Why Our Children Transition So Well to School ✨📚
Every day, our learning programme intentionally builds the skills children need for school success.
✔️ Literacy and numeracy are taught daily through meaningful, engaging experiences
✔️ Children confidently follow instructions and routines
✔️ They are able to sit on the mat, listen, and focus
✔️ Children feel confident speaking, sharing ideas, and asking questions
✔️ Respect for others is modelled, taught, and practised every day
Because of this, our children leave us school-ready — confident, capable, and socially aware.
Strong teaching. Clear expectations. Beautiful outcomes. 🌱
10/05/2026
What a fantastic prize giving event!
A short message from some of our Preschool children (3 out of 3)
We love our wonderful mums!
A short message from some of our Preschool children (2 out of 3)
We love our wonderful mums!
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10 Gills Road, Albany
Auckland
0632
Opening Hours
| Monday | 7:30am - 6pm |
| Tuesday | 7:30am - 6pm |
| Wednesday | 7:30am - 6pm |
| Thursday | 7:30am - 6pm |
| Friday | 7:30am - 6pm |