Active Explorers Kaiwharawhara

About Active Explorers Kaiwharawhara
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 Active Explorers Kaiwharawhara, it is best to ask the centre directly how they apply 20 Hours ECE.
Community Profile
Roll & age distribution
Active Explorers Kaiwharawhara currently has a roll of 27 children tamariki , with most children enrolled in the 0–5 years age band.
Ethnicity profile
European tamariki are the largest group (47% 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
“We absolutely love Active Explorers Kaiwharawhara and can't recommend it enough! The atmosphere is warm and welcoming and it's clear that the staff genuinely care about the children. The teachers always keep us informed about our son's day, sharing updates on everything from new skills he's achieved to moments when he did something special or different. It's so reassuring to know that they are not only watching over him but also celebrating his growth. The best part is that our son absolutely loves attending each day - seeing him so happy to go in the morning makes us so grateful. We couldn't ask for a better place for him to learn and grow!”
“Active Explorers Kaiwharawhara has exceeded our expectations for a daycare. The staff are all lovely and go above and beyond to care for the kids. The centre has a lovely family feel and our daughter absolutely loves coming every day.”
“Active Explorers Kaiwharawhara has been just what I have needed in terms of childcare. My son (19 months) recently started in the Infants Room and he has had never been apart from me longer than 2 hours. The kaiako in the Infants room have given him the extra support and comfort he has needed to be OK about mum leaving. We still have some challenging drop offs but once I leave he quickly settles down.”
“I cannot express enough how grateful I am for Active Explorers Kaiwharawhara and the incredible care they provide for my daughter. From the moment we first walked through the door when my daughter was only 9 months old, the warm, welcoming environment and dedicated staff made it clear that this was a place where my child would not only be safe but would also thrive. The teachers are nothing short of amazing. They go above and beyond to create a nurturing, engaging, and educational experience for the children. I’ve seen my daughter grow in confidence, learn new skills, and develop socially in ways I never imagined. The communication between staff and parents is exceptional. I always feel informed and involved, whether it's through daily reports, pictures, or the quick updates I receive during the day. The facility itself is clean, safe, and designed with the children’s well-being in mind. The outdoor play areas are perfect for physical activity, and the classrooms are bright, cheerful, and full of toys, books and much more to suit every child. Most importantly, my daughter LOVES going to daycare. She runs in with a big smile on her face every morning. It gives me peace of mind to know she’s in such good hands. I definitely recommend Active Explorers to any parent looking for a daycare that provides not only excellent care but a place where children are encouraged to grow, learn, and thrive. Thank you, for everything you do!”
“Cannot rave enough about the high quality of care and education my child has received at Active Explorers Kaiwharawhara. A beautiful centre with the most caring teachers. If you’re thinking about daycare for your little ones definitely check out AE 😊”
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