BestStart Berryfields Crossing
About BestStart Berryfields Crossing
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 BestStart Berryfields Crossing, it is best to ask the centre directly how they apply 20 Hours ECE.
Community Profile
Roll & age distribution
BestStart Berryfields Crossing currently has a roll of 72 children tamariki , with most children enrolled in the 0–5 years age band.
Ethnicity profile
European tamariki are the largest group (59% 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
“I am extremely happy with the services that BestStart has provided me. The teachers are highly qualified and experienced and made my son so comfortable in the new environment. My son and we are so happy to be a part of BestStart.”
“My kids are happy and flourishing at BestStart and their teachers are becoming like family. They also prefer school's food over mine almost lol.”
“Awesome staff with friendly nature. My son loves going there and he always says best start is my happy place. Highly recommended.”
“My daughter is currently attending BestStart Berryfields Crossing and my son who has already graduated. Our experience with this center has been amazing! The teachers are incredibly caring and create a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for the children. My son had a great start to his learning journey here, and now my daughter is thriving as well. The communication with parents is excellent, and I always feel confident that my child is in great hands. Highly recommend BestStart Berryfields to any parent looking for quality early childhood education!”
“Excellent care for child. Friendly staff that provide a safe environment for leaning.”
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