Education & Care Service 20 Hours ECE

Active Explorers Rolleston

Rolleston
5|
Ages
0–5 years
Roll Size
89 children
Subsidies
20 Hours
Rating
5/5

About Active Explorers Rolleston

Active Explorers Rolleston is a education & care service in Rolleston, with children currently enrolled aged 0–5 years. It’s well suited for families needing flexible full-day or part-day childcare with a balanced, mainstream early learning programme. This centre offers 20 Hours ECE funding.

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 Rolleston, it is best to ask the centre directly how they apply 20 Hours ECE.

Community Profile

Roll & age distribution

Active Explorers Rolleston currently has a roll of 89 children tamariki , with most children enrolled in the 0–5 years age band.

Ethnicity profile

European tamariki are the largest group (54% 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

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Alexey Dubovskoy
July 2025

“We’ve had such a wonderful experience with Active Explorers Rolleston. Our son started knowing very little English and was quite shy, but with the support and care from the amazing team – especially in the Pūrerehua Room – he’s grown so much in confidence. He’s made great friends, learned to communicate in English, and has felt truly included and valued every step of the way. The teachers and staff are kind, patient, and genuinely care about the kids and their family. We’re so grateful to every staff member for creating such a warm and supportive environment. Thank you for all you’ve done for kid – we’ll always remember this special time!”

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Женя Дубовская
July 2025

“We are so happy that our child had the chance to be part of Active explorers. The teachers are not only kind and caring, but also incredibly thoughtful - they helped our son adjust gently and build many beautiful friendships. The atmosphere always felt warm and home-like, full of love and support. What touched us most was how the staff created a strong, trusting bond between the daycare and the families. Our child felt like he was part of a second family, where he was cared for, understood, and guided through all his little joys and big emotions.”

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Emma Smith
June 2025

“Our family loves Active Explorers Rolleston. Our children have absolutely thrived there. The teachers truly care about the children’s development, learning and wellbeing. Drop offs the kids are always welcomed with enthusiastic smiles and big reassuring cuddles to make the transition seamless and calm. Forever grateful for this amazing centre.”

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Kenna Mackay
June 2025

“I cried when I left Active Explorers, and I don’t mean I cried when I dropped Estelle off in the mornings, I cried when she no longer needed to go there and left for school. Active Explorers wasn’t just a daycare, it was like a second home. The wonderful staff there not only loved my daughter like their own but they also helped mentor me through some of the challenges of the early years of parenting. As a parent, one of the hardest things you can do is leave your baby while you have to work, but from the moment we walked in, I was greeted with warmth and genuine kindness. The teachers in each class were beyond incredible and I knew that Estelle felt safe, loved and supported through each transition of her learning. My gratefulness to each and every member of the staff is immeasurable and I feel blessed to have been part of the Active Explorers family. I would highly recommend Active Explorers to any parent who is looking for the perfect place to send their little person while they have to work.”

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jinu mathew
April 2022

“My kids loves going to Active Explorers. My kids improved a lot after coming to Active Explorers. They provide the best services.”

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37 Tennyson Street, Rolleston

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