396 Manchester Street, St Albans, Christchurch 8041 Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM

About Harmony Haven

A welcoming place where children can play, belong, and grow.

Harmony Haven combines calm indoor areas, engaging outdoor spaces, and a whānau-centred approach that helps children feel secure from the moment they arrive.

What families can expect

A warm start for your child and clear support for your family.

Choosing a childcare centre is a big decision. At Harmony Haven, families can expect a welcoming team, calm spaces, familiar routines, and time taken to help each child settle in. We want parents to feel informed and reassured, and children to feel safe, known, and ready to enjoy their day.

Harmony Haven outdoor sand and play area

Our guinea pig friends

Small companions who bring care, curiosity, and plenty of smiles.

Harmony Haven’s guinea pigs are a much-loved part of centre life. They give children gentle opportunities to slow down, observe, care for living things, and build empathy in simple everyday ways.

Harmony Haven guinea pig Bambi

Bambi

Bambi is a gentle little friend who brings calm, quiet moments into the day. Children love watching Bambi nibble, explore, and settle into cosy spaces.

Harmony Haven guinea pig Ginger

Ginger

Ginger is full of personality and curiosity. Caring for Ginger helps children practise kindness, patience, and gentle hands with a much-loved centre companion.

Harmony Haven guinea pig Snow White

Snow White

Snow White adds a little extra magic to the centre day. Children enjoy noticing what she is doing, helping with simple care routines, and learning to respect living things.