AUT Centre for Refugee Education Early Childhood Centre
About AUT Centre for Refugee Education Early Childhood 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 AUT Centre for Refugee Education Early Childhood Centre, it is best to ask the centre directly how they apply 20 Hours ECE.
Community Profile
Roll & age distribution
AUT Centre for Refugee Education Early Childhood Centre currently has a roll of 34 children tamariki , with most children enrolled in the 0–5 years age band.
Ethnicity profile
Other tamariki are the largest group (74% of the roll), alongside māori, pacific, asian 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
“Lacks compassionate staff, some staff are great but majority are not sympathetic. One need empathy, compassion and understanding to be able to assist the refugee in integrating to their New home”
“The staff is very welcoming. The food is delicious. You feel at home here”
“🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 When I first arrived in New Zealand in 2017, my new life began here at the Mangere Refugee Resettlement Centre. This place is truly special — it gives refugees a chance to start a new life with hope, dignity, and support. New Zealand has given me and many others a second chance to build a future. I will always remember the kindness, care, and guidance we received here. From my heart, I can say: New Zealand is a beautiful country with a big heart for refugees. I am truly grateful and pray for blessings on this land and its people.”
“"I was truly impressed by the kindness, compassion, and warmth of the staff at this refugee center. The food was nourishing and plentiful, and the services provided were exceptional. It's clear that the team is dedicated to supporting and caring for those in need. Thank you for all that you do!"”
“I arrived here from the Middle East in 2015. This place was my first home in NZ and my time there was crucial. The staff are extremely kind and welcoming. And the best thing about the camp is that it's not filled with just one or two nationalities, but rather very diverse.”
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