Aspirations Early Learning Centre

About Aspirations Early Learning Centre
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 Aspirations Early Learning Centre, it is best to ask the centre directly how they apply 20 Hours ECE.
Community Profile
Roll & age distribution
Aspirations Early Learning Centre currently has a roll of 58 children tamariki , with most children enrolled in the 0–5 years age band.
Ethnicity profile
Asian tamariki are the largest group (65% of the roll), alongside european, māori, pacific 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’ve had such a wonderful experience with Aspirations Papatoetoe! From the very first day, the team made us feel so welcome and supported. The teachers are full of energy, warmth, and genuine passion for what they do. They care for the children with so much love and attention, creating a safe, fun, and nurturing environment where kids can really thrive. It has been so reassuring to see how well they look after my child — not just meeting their needs, but also encouraging their learning and growth every day. The positivity and dedication of the staff truly stand out, and it makes a huge difference knowing my child is in such capable and caring hands. A very special thanks to Hafiza, the owner, who has been amazing, supportive, and so approachable. Her leadership and genuine care shine through in everything the centre does, and we’re so grateful for the way she goes above and beyond for both the children and their families. I couldn’t recommend Aspirations Papatoetoe enough to any family looking for a daycare that feels like a second home.”
“No star if I could. I popped in a month ago I think before 3pm to check out some info regarding their centre. The teacher that came out looked annoyed, must of been the the manager as another teacher went and got her to come see me. Told her I'm just looking around for a place for my 4year old to attend. Let me tell you I did not like her energy, & comments. I was going to walk out but she quickly changed her tune and told me to fill in a form and she will talk to the owner regarding my daughter's needs and come back to me. Waste of time filling the form. Have I heard from her? No, she never got back to me. I dont really care as Ive come across better teachers that supports my daughter. Advice is don't tell parents you will get back to them if you actually never plan to. I understand now what the two other bad reviews on here mean”
“Happy 6th birthday to Aspiration Early childhood centre. I am very happy to enrol my children in Aspiration.Thank you for taking good care of children, helping them learn, play and grow. I am very thankful to all the teachers and manager. Aspiration is amazing, excellent and best child care. Highly recommended. Wishing you many more years ahead! 🎂🎉”
“I would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to HT/ Sanjina, Hafiza/CM and everyone at Aspirations Early Learning Centre for providing me with such a valuable and enriching experience during my placement. The support, guidance, and encouragement I received from the staff have been truly remarkable. As a student I learned so much from working alongside such passionate and dedicated educators, and the hands-on experience has greatly enhanced my teaching skills and confidence. The welcoming and nurturing environment you’ve created for both the children and staff is inspiring, and I’m grateful to have been a part of it. I’m leaving with a deeper understanding of early childhood education and feel excited to apply everything I’ve learned as I continue my journey in the field. I would like to highly recommend Aspiration Early Learning Centre if you are looking for a childcare for your child or a student teacher for your placement. Thank you once again for everything! Ronita Kumari”
“Aspiration Early Learning Center provided a nurturing and enriching environment for my daughter. The facility is immaculate, and the staff, including the teachers and management, are incredibly supportive as specially Hafiza 🤗. I appreciated the diverse cultural activities and celebrations that were incorporated into the curriculum. The center offered a wide range of activities and provided personalized care, making my daughter feel right at home. Witnessing her transformation from a tearful start to graduating with a beaming smile at five years old truly speaks volumes about the care and dedication of the staff. Highly recommended for families seeking a caring and stimulating daycare experience.”
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