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Welcome to Early Start
Early Start encourages and supports families to provide each of their children with a positive and enjoyable childhood experience.
What We Do
Early Start is a home visiting support service for families/whanau with new born babies where social and family circumstances may challenge the health and well-being of their child(ren).
Our Programmes
Our programmes are designed to assist families as their child(ren) develop. Listen Love Play for children under 3 years old. Triple P Parenting programme and our Incredible Years Toddler programme are also available.
Referral Information
Referrals meeting the Early Start criteria are accepted from many health and community agencies. The majority of our referrals come from Well Child providers, Midwives, General Practice, hospitals along with self referrals.