— HOME-BASED CHILDCARE · MARLBOROUGH, NZ

Where tamariki flourish through play and belonging

Little Acorns Academy provides high-quality, home-based early childhood education across Marlborough, with hand-picked educators and a dedicated qualified ECE teacher alongside every child.

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Dedicated curriculum leader per child; maximum two children under two.

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Hand-picked, passionate educators; choose the right educator for your whānau.

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Level 4 qualified educator supporting every family; your tamariki are in safe hands

— WHAT SETS US APART

Quality care, grounded in genuine warmth

Our model was built around one belief: when educators are truly supported, children thrive. Every element of Little Acorns Academy reflects that commitment to quality and care.

Hand-picked educators

We carefully select every educator for their warmth, passion, and ability to create safe, nurturing home environments where tamariki feel truly welcome.

Nurturing home environments

Learning happens in real homes - warm, familiar, and calm. Children feel safe, settled, and free to explore, play, and grow at their own pace.

Dedicated curriculum leaders

Every family is paired with a qualified, registered ECE teacher who visits regularly, builds genuine relationships, and supports both your child and educator.

Ongoing professional support

Our curriculum leaders walk alongside educators continuously, offering mentoring, guidance, and professional development every step of the way.

Every learning journey honoured

We celebrate each child's individuality - their unique interests, strengths, and the special way they explore the world around them.

Partnership with whānau

We work closely alongside families to understand each child's world, building real, lasting relationships that extend well beyond daily care.

— OUR APPROACH

Learning through play, guided by expertise

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You’re matched with the right educator

We take care to find an educator whose home environment, values, and style genuinely suit your child and whānau.

A curriculum leader is assigned to your family

Your dedicated, fully qualified ECE teacher visits your child regularly — supporting their development and building a real relationship with your family.

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Learning is tailored to your tamaiti

Your educator will create meaningful experiences built around your child's individual interests, strengths, and curiosities.

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You're kept close, every step of the way

Transparent communication, regular check-ins, and genuine care for your whole family — because we know that trust is everything.

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"We genuinely want to build relationships with families - that’s not a tagline, it’s the foundation of everything we do."

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— OUR EDUCATORS

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Passionate people, carefully chosen

At Little Acorns Academy, every educator is hand-picked, not just for their qualifications, but for their genuine warmth, their love of tamariki, and their commitment to creating a truly nurturing home.

We look for educators who create environments where children feel encouraged, supported, and confident to explore and grow. Then we make sure they never do it alone.

✔️ Thoroughly vetted and carefully selected
✔️ Supported by ongoing professional mentoring
✔️ Partnered with a qualified curriculum leader
✔️ Committed to real relationships with families

While it’s important that our educators’ home foster a sense of belonging and encourage learning and growth, we regularly venture out for real-world experiences within our community. This provides tamariki with a sense of belonging and supports their learning and social and emotional wellbeing.

— FOR MARLBOROUGH FAMILIES

Childcare you can trust

Families across Marlborough - from Picton and the Sounds through to Blenheim and the East Coast - choose Little Acorns Academy because they want more than just childcare. They want a genuine partner in their child's early years.

Contact the team

Ready to find the right place for your tamaiti?

We'd love to talk with your family, understand your needs, and find the perfect educator and environment for your child. Reach out - we're friendly, we listen, and there's no pressure.

Contact Emma - info@acornsacademy.co.nz or 021 129 2479