Annabel's Educare
About Annabel's Educare
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 Annabel's Educare, it is best to ask the centre directly how they apply 20 Hours ECE.
Community Profile
Roll & age distribution
Annabel's Educare currently has a roll of 70 children tamariki , with most children enrolled in the 0–5 years age band.
Ethnicity profile
European tamariki are the largest group (81% of the roll), alongside māori, 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 have been at Annabel's Educare Darfield for over 4 years now with two children. They have both loved going since day one. The teachers are so kind and nurturing, the facilities and outside area are awesome and they offer a wide range of learning activities. We are very greatful to have this wonderful preschool for our girls.”
“We love Annabels, my daughter has been going there since February and she is thriving. She has gained alot of confidence in that time. She loves her teachers whom are warm and supportive with her learning. She loves the big outdoor play area with loads of room for the children. Annabels is her favourite place.”
“We absolutely love Annabels Darfield. Our toddler has been going here for coming up a year now and is thriving in the environment. The teachers are all incredibly welcoming, caring and genuinely interested in each child's interests and helping them grow. It's a very nurturing environment and our wee guy loves attending. We think you guys are the best 😊”
“Both my children love going to Annabel’s and are supported by an amazing teaching team. They love the giant outside area and often talk about all the adventures they have. Such a cool space! Thanks Annabel’s team you are doing a great job.”
“My little girl has just started in the nursery with Lou Kate and Rosie as the teachers, she is absolutely loving it and adores all her teachers to bits. She's come out of her shell so much with new people, gets right into new activities and has found a new independence in her 🙂 highly recommend these guys at Annabel's like a home away from home they are there to help you out questions you may have .”
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