Abacus Montessori Preschool
About Abacus Montessori Preschool
About Education & Care Service
Education & Care Services are mainstream early learning centres that offer full-day or part-day care with a structured curriculum, qualified teachers, and a focus on learning through play. They cater to families needing flexible childcare options and wanting a balanced approach that supports social, physical, and early academic development in a diverse environment.
What Is 20 Hours ECE funding?
20 Hours ECE is a government-funded initiative that helps reduce the cost of early childhood education for families with tamariki aged 3–5. Eligible children can receive up to 20 hours of funded care and education each week at participating services. Centres can set their own enrolment patterns and may ask for optional charges, but the funded hours themselves should be free of compulsory fees. If you are unsure how this works at Abacus Montessori Preschool, it is best to ask the centre directly how they apply 20 Hours ECE.
Community Profile
Roll & age distribution
Abacus Montessori Preschool currently has a roll of 62 children tamariki , with most children enrolled in the 1–5 years age band.
Ethnicity profile
European tamariki are the largest group (61% of the roll), alongside māori, pacific, asian, other children.
Roll and demographic figures are based on data supplied by the Ministry of Education and were last updated on 01/07/2024.
Parent Reviews
“Our daughter has been at Abacus for over a year and absolutely loves it. The owners Doc and Mel are wonderful, and the teachers are great. They do lots of activities and learning. We're so glad that we enrolled our daughter here.”
“We feel blessed to have found Abacus Preschool for our daughter. Family-run by the wonderful Doc and Mel, along with their warm, caring, respectful, and experienced team, the preschool’s small class sizes and cozy center create a safe, family-like atmosphere. We often see our daughter engaged in creative, fun, and educational activities, working in groups with other tamariki, and exploring her limits in outdoor play (which she loves!). She is just thriving!”
“Incredible family run centre, so welcoming and accommodating to the needs and wants of me and my daughter! Best decision I've made for her so far! Highly recommend!”
“Amazing staff and facilities. Treat every child as an individual and understand each child and families needs. 100% would recommend Abacus Montessori”
“The best montessori preschool! My kids love going here, they make learning, enjoyable and fun for the kids. Safe, tidy and organised as well, and the teachers are very supportive and awesome! Highly recommended! 👍👍👍😊”
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