Apple Tree Childcare Centre Ballyboe
About Apple Tree Childcare Centre Ballyboe
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 Apple Tree Childcare Centre Ballyboe, it is best to ask the centre directly how they apply 20 Hours ECE.
Community Profile
Roll & age distribution
Apple Tree Childcare Centre Ballyboe currently has a roll of 42 children tamariki , with most children enrolled in the 1–5 years age band.
Ethnicity profile
Asian tamariki are the largest group (39% of the roll), alongside european, māori, pacific, 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
“Choosing Apple Tree for our boy has been one of the best decisions we’ve made and we’re so confident in the care and quality they provide that we’ll be enrolling our second child in the coming months. The centre is warm, welcoming, and well-equipped, but what truly sets it apart is the incredible team of teachers. They are kind, supportive, and deeply committed to each child’s development. From the very beginning, we found them approachable and attentive, always taking the time to work closely with our child and support his learning journey. Over the years, we’ve watched our boy grow into a confident, curious, and happy young learner. The strong values, friendships, and early education he received at Apple Tree have given him a wonderful foundation as he prepares for primary school. We wholeheartedly recommend Apple Tree to any family looking for a nurturing, high-quality childcare centre. The love, care, and dedication of the staff have left a lasting impact on our family, and we’re truly grateful for the start our boy had here.”
“Both our boys have been through this amazing childcare centre. We are so grateful we found Apple tree, our boys absolutely thrived here. The staff are incredible and the centre is really a cut above in every aspect. Thank you for everything. We have all left there feeling like family.”
“We are absolutely smitten with the level of quality, professionalism and all around good care apple tree is providing our little girl! She has developed great social skills and is becoming a true leader! Thank you to the beautiful owners and teachers for looking after our daughter. This childcare is truly a home away from home.”
“My daughter has been a part of the Apple tree family for about 2.5 years and she loves every second of it. The teachers and owners are very generous, caring and professional. My daughter has developed some amazing skills and her confidence has blossomed. We are so thankful to all the staff members at Apple tree and would recommend this daycare to anyone looking for the absolute best care for their children.”
“Apple Tree was the first choice for my son's childcare. The facility and the teachers are fantastic ! I have personally found the teachers very helpful and they work with your child. I can vouch for Apple Tree and I would recommend Apple Tree to any family looking for a childcare centre. Brenda, Hala, Andrea, Raiza, Randy.. you guys have done a really good job !!”
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