Wellington Childcare With A Difference

Here at Pride Lands, we have a simple, clear vision:
“To help guide children through to adulthood, to help as many children as possible, and to provide this assistance anywhere it is needed, and to any age.” To realise this vision we offer a range of before and after school care and school holiday programs designed to nurture and provide support to children and their families.

As a parent, once you understand our vision you’ll see why our childcare services are different from other providers, and how those differences are all designed to teach confidence and respect and to help your children grow into great adults.

Ask kids why they love coming to Pride Lands, and while they might mention the great food, or the way we treat them with respect, or the fantastic field trips, the number one response will be how much fun they have with us.

    
 
 
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   Shay K 
 07/04/2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My son has started with Pridelands few years ago and he absolutely enjoys it. Tisha has been amazing in meeting his needs, especially as he has autism. Her care and understanding have meant so much to us. I would highly recommend Pridelands to everyone.
  
 
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   Weilan Wu 
 22/03/2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Without Pridelands' pick up and drop off service, my daughter will never be able to attend her preferred school. The quality of service is really good, with very clear communication.
  
 
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   Danny Phillips 
 25/01/2026
 
 
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   Rebecca Salter 
 13/01/2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Pridelands is a fantastic after school care provider. They have lots of games, lots of kai, and a great atmosphere. Moses and his team are always encouraging our kids to learn new skills, and challenging them to try new things. Our youngest child started as a four year from kindergarten, and now several years on our kids are still thriving there.
  
 
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   Fiona Fieldsend 
 12/01/2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My family has been with Pridelands for nearly a decade with both my sons benefitting from the excellent care, activities and support that Moses and the team offer. My youngest son has attended since he was 5 (and still attends!) and always has an excellent time both in the afterschool activities and the great holiday programmes. What I really appreciate is that Pridelands gets what it is like for busy working parents. Whether it is offering care on teacher only days, messaging to remind us to include togs or other important things for particular activities, the flexible drop off and pick up options, or just being kind and understanding when we need it. Their communication is outstanding and they regularly go the extra mile with their service. The trips they plan are so well thought out and give the kids education that enhances their social experience and confidence well beyond what school can offer. There are some great videos to prove it! My two boys have met and made friends with such a cool range of kids from across Wellington. Pridelands is a great care option and I regularly recommend them to people.
  
 
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   Ирина Лебединская 
 23/12/2025
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Thank you PrideLand for the support of my autistic son. It’s important not just for him but for me as well as I’ve got free time for myself. My son loves spending time with his mentor so much. Thank you Moses and team 🤩
  
 
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   Dmitri Krasnokutski 
 22/12/2025
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Highly recommend Pride Lands! They truly care about the development of the children helping them build confidence, respect, and social skills through fun and activities.
  
 
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   kushan hewavidana 
 19/12/2025
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Moses and his team does pretty good job looking after my son when ever I needed. Pride Lands make everything smother from booking until the session. Good communication is the key and always look after my son very well. I will recommend pride lands for child care services to anyone looking for their services. All the best.
  
 
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   mark farrow 
 25/11/2025
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I couldn't recommend Pridelands enough.  Moses and his team have created a warm welcoming environment where children are genuinely excited to be in. The children are always happy and feel valued.  The team takes the time to get to know each child's personality, strengths and needs. I highly recommend to any family looking for a safe, nurturing and fun after school programme.

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Welcoming & Inclusive Childcare

All children are welcome at Pride Lands:

A big difference at Pride Lands childcare is that we accept all children. First and foremost, all the tamariki who are part of the Pride Lands family are just that – children. Kids who are neurodiverse, anxious, non-binary, non-verbal, have behavioural struggles, or have just had tough upbringings are welcomed, accepted and included in all the services we offer.

Our mentors are highly skilled and experienced at working with and helping all children. It’s a speciality of Pride Lands, and something that almost no-one else in Wellington region offers.

We firmly believe that the children with the biggest challenges need the most help, not turning away. We also know from experience, and feedback from the children that we work with that being accepted for who they are, and included unconditionally in Pride Lands activities is the best way to start helping them.

What We Do:

Before School Care

We make sure your children have a good breakfast, are energised, focussed and mentally and physically ready to start their school day.

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Kids being read a story at a Pride Lands Childcare Wellington Holiday Programme

After School Care

Your children can relax and unwind after a day at school, get help with assignments or homework and do fun, structured activities.

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Pride Lands kids driving go carts on an adventure weekend childcare holiday

Holiday Programmes

The way holidays should be. Children catch up with old friends and make new ones, do lots of fun activities, and go on interesting day trips.

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The Pride Lands Childcare Difference

Pride Lands is a legacy social development passion project designed to support our young people (neurotypical & neurodivergent) into a successful future.

No matter when or why your children come to us, for before school care, after school care or school holiday programmes, or the age of your children, there are some things we think are important, that form the basis of everything we do.

• No TV or video games
• Cooking and eating healthy, balanced meals
• Offering structured, varied and fun activities – no game or activity repeated in a year
• Teaching behaviour management and conflict resolution techniques
• Encouraging and motivating children to always strive for success.
• An emphasis on teamwork and confidence-building challenges
• Enhancing the passion, direction and decision making of children
• Promoting the development of self-care skills