Welcome to Bowen

Welcome to Bowen, a non-profit community based centre. Our Centre is licensed for up to 30 children from six months through to five years with a maximum of ten under two years’ olds a day.

Our Centre is located on the outskirts of Wellington CBD, between Northland and Wilton. Bowen offers a full day service where children can attend for a maximum of 9 hours a day, operating Monday to Friday opening at 8:00am and closes at 5:30pm. Children are nurtured in an environment that is welcoming and strongly reflects the centre’s philosophy.

Bowen’s Vision

Vision –  Children are at the heart of our practice, working in collaboration with parents & whānau, to provide a high quality, fun and caring learning environment that challenges, inspires and grows children into lifelong learners.

Testimonials

My 10‑year‑old daughter and I love coming to Bowen ECE every Friday to read storybooks to the children. Each visit reminds us what a truly special place this centre is. The children are a wonderful audience, always engaged, curious, and full of buzzing questions and fun. The staff are consistently loving, caring, and professional, with a warm approach that makes every child feel valued and supported. Everyone is genuinely friendly, helpful, and kind. The children are always treated with real affection and genuine care. Bowen ECE is an exceptional centre. L Kubikova

Thank you for everything you’ve given our family while looking after Mia, and before that Erika. You’ve been an extension of our family from the start —  the wins, the wobbles, and everything in between.  Bowen has been a second home and beyond that an amazing learning environment for our girls.  The care, thoughtfulness and energy you all put into each and every day is something incredibly special.  We feel so grateful to have been part of this for the last 10 years. Norman family