Welcome to Little Dinosaurs Childcare

Little Dinosaurs is a licensed childcare centre in Epsom with a safe, welcoming atmosphere.

We are a small, family-owned early childhood education centre, located in a very quiet, secure, off-street setting on the cusp of Epsom, Mt Eden and Three Kings.

White wooden day care centre with large windows and a porch, surrounded by trees.
Signboard for Little Dinosaurs Early Childhood Education Centre with a cartoon dinosaur illustration, website URL, and address in Epsom.

We provide childcare for children aged 2 and over and are licensed for 27 children only.

Come on in and let us ignite and encourage your child's imagination through the wonders of art!

Two young girls playing on a blue swing set, with one girl swinging and the other pushing. They are outdoors on a sunny day, surrounded by wood chips and a wooden fence, with trees in the background.
Two young girls sit at a table in a classroom, working on arts and crafts; one girl uses a stamp on a red paint-covered paper, and the other girl holds a marker.

We’re open Monday–Friday, 8 am–5 pm. For enquiries or to arrange a visit:

📞 (09) 623 8454 ✉️ margarita@littledinosaurs.co.nz

📍 87 Onslow Ave, Epsom, Auckland 1023

What THE parents are saying

Programs Designed for 2-5 Year Olds

Little Dinosaurs specialises in caring for children aged 2 to 5.

Designed for young explorers, our daycare in Epsom offers hands-on learning. From paint, puppetry, and ukuleles to story time. Tailored to each developmental stage.

A young boy playing in a sandbox with various colorful plastic bowls and utensils, with a pink mold and a gray spoon on a round table.
Young girl smiling at a birthday party wearing a pink jacket, a paper crown with a blue paper feather, and star-shaped face paint. In the background, other children and adults are in a decorated room.
Three young girls in pajamas playing a game with tennis balls and a basket in a room with a wooden floor and white brick wall.
Four young girls standing close together in a classroom, wearing colorful paper flower leis around their necks, smiling at the camera.

Our curriculum emphasizes creative expression like visual arts, drama, music & dance,as well as foundational literacy and numeracy.

We blend child-led exploration with teacher-initiated activities, nurturing curiosity, fun, and a lifelong love of learning.

Preparing for School with Care

Our centre size allows us to really connect. Enhanced by programmes like Dino Discovery Groups and Transition to School, we foster confidence and independence.

Meet the Team

  • Margarita

    Margarita Sampayo

  • Dhanu

    Dhanu Ravichandar

  • Sarah

    Sarah Lee

  • Jenny Slyfield

    Jenny Slyfield

Learn More About Our Teachers

Daily Activities: Art, Music, and Exploration

Ukuleles at Little Dinosaurs Childcare in Epsom
Artwork by children during art time displayed at Little Dinosaurs Childcare in Epsom
Toy kitchen and other play resources at Little Dinosaurs Childcare in Epsom
Piano and other musical instruments at Little Dinosaurs Childcare in Epsom
Children painting during art time at Little Dinosaurs Childcare in Epsom
Children playing in the outdoor playground at Little Dinosaurs Childcare in Epsom
Children painting during art time at Little Dinosaurs Childcare in Epsom
Children painting during art time at Little Dinosaurs Childcare in Epsom
Children playing with teachers at Little Dinosaurs Childcare in Epsom
Children painting during art time at Little Dinosaurs Childcare in Epsom
Children playing at Little Dinosaurs Childcare in Epsom
Children playing the piano at Little Dinosaurs Childcare in Epsom
Children making sand art during art time at Little Dinosaurs Childcare in Epsom
Classroom art supplies on a shelf, including jars of colored markers, scissors, tape dispenser, glue stick, and paper trays, near a window.
Children playing in the outdoor playground at Little Dinosaurs Childcare in Epsom
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Why Choose Us for Daycare in Epsom?

Feature Benefit
Small group size (max 27 children) Personalized, relationship-based learning
Creative, arts-focused curriculum Supports imagination, literacy, numeracy
Family-owned & teacher-led Consistent care from passionate kaiako
Play-based, NZ curriculum (Te Whāriki) Holistic development—social, cognitive, physical
Transition & school readiness support Smooth, supported journey to primary school
Free trials & 8-week free offer Risk-free enrolment exploration

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