Privately owned & operated

Country Gate (formerly Country Creche) is privately owned and operated, and has been an intrinsic part of the Matangi community since 1996.

Centre Manager (and co-owner), Kate Watson, is a Cambridge local with two young children.  Kate is a trained primary school teacher with over 13 years experience.  During her career, Kate has been a Team Leader and Deputy Principal, as well as overseeing the Gifted and Talented Programme and Outdoor Classroom.  Kate’s ability to bring her extensive teaching knowledge to the early years of development helps our children to reach their full potential.

Our team are wonderful people, passionate
about caring for your children

We love to discover your child's interests and extend them through offering a stimulating and challenging learning environment.
Te Whāriki is our guiding document and is central within our daily practices.