I am looking for a creative and skilled web developer/designer to build an interactive kids’ educational website focused on ages 1 to 5 for the New Zealand market. The website will help young children learn through fun games, songs, videos, and printable activities, all aligned with New Zealand’s Early Childhood Education (ECE) framework. It will mainly target parents and daycare centres who want a safe, engaging online learning experience for toddlers and preschoolers. ⸻ Phase 1 Goal Develop a simple, colourful, and mobile-friendly website (Phase 1) that includes: • Interactive learning sections (alphabet, numbers, colours, shapes, animals, etc.) • Basic animations, sounds, and mini-games (can start simple) • Printable worksheets for parents and teachers • Parent subscription system (Stripe or PayPal integration) • Separate section for daycare partners (subscription or trial access) • Basic admin panel to upload and manage content ⸻ Technical Requirements Preferred Platforms: • Option 1: WordPress + LearnDash or TutorLMS + Elementor (easy to manage) • Option 2: Custom build using React / Next.js + Firebase (if developer prefers) Core Features: • Home page with playful and responsive design • Learning section with interactive lessons (audio + visuals) • Parent login and subscription system • Daycare login or registration • Printable resources (PDFs) • Contact and feedback forms • SEO-friendly and mobile responsive • Safe navigation and simple layout for kids ⸻ Design Expectations • Bright, clean, and engaging child-friendly design • Cartoon icons and NZ-themed elements (kiwi, tui, fern, etc.) • Large buttons, easy to use for young children • Fast loading and tablet-compatible Like https://www.kidsportal.co or https://readingeggs.co.nz/