Education & Care Service 20 Hours ECE

BestStart Epsom

Auckland, Newmarket
4.8|
Ages
0–5 years
Roll Size
55 children
Subsidies
20 Hours
Rating
4.8/5

About BestStart Epsom

BestStart Epsom is a education & care service in Newmarket, Auckland, with children currently enrolled aged 0–5 years. It’s well suited for families needing flexible full-day or part-day childcare with a balanced, mainstream early learning programme. This centre offers 20 Hours ECE funding.

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 Epsom, it is best to ask the centre directly how they apply 20 Hours ECE.

Community Profile

Roll & age distribution

BestStart Epsom currently has a roll of 55 children tamariki , with most children enrolled in the 0–5 years age band.

Ethnicity profile

Asian tamariki are the largest group (66% 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

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Tutu Bee
September 2025

“We couldn’t be happier with our experience at BestStart Epsom. Our son started here when he was just 6 months old. Initially, he was enrolled at a different daycare, but we quickly realized it wasn’t the right fit for our family. Without any advance notice, we transferred him to BestStart Epsom, and the team welcomed him immediately and with open arms—no hesitation at all. That decision has truly been one of the best we’ve made. From day one, Vineeta, the manager, along with all the teachers and staffs, have been wonderful. They have cared for our son with so much kindness, professionalism, and dedication. Over the years—from his infancy to now, at 5 years old—he has thrived in their nurturing environment. He’s learned so much and blossomed into a confident, curious little boy who’s more than ready to start primary school. We’re incredibly grateful to everyone at BestStart Epsom for their amazing care and support. We highly recommend this daycare to any parent looking for a loving and enriching place for their child.”

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Janice Steyn
February 2025

“This kindergarten is truly a wonderful place for all children! All the staff, from reception to the principal to the teachers to the chef, are incredible with the children. They all go above and beyond everyday with every child. They follow up with individual needs and put the extra in when needed, without needing to ask. The school is always clean and tidy after the long days. It’s a safe place for our children to play and be who they are; all whilst learning! And the staff are always smiling. They go above and beyond in more ways that I can count. Thank you”

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Rachel Miller
August 2022

“I LOVE this daycare. My daughter went in at 10 months, during a separation anxiety stage, and has absolutely thrived here. The teachers were amazing at acclimating my little lockdown baby into their center. They know her so well and now at drop off/pick up she is the happiest girl. It is a calm environment with lots of fresh air, the food is nutritious, the ratios are low and the teachers are all lovely. Highly recommend.”

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Nicky Smalberger
September 2017

“The team and facilities at ABC Epsom are fantastic. Particularly the teachers in the under two's room are so caring and wonderful with the littlies. The atmosphere at the centre is great. Lovely big outdoor space for a relatively central centre. Highly recommend.”

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MICHELLE EVANS
July 2017

“After visiting a couple of centres in the area we chose ABC Epsom. I had a gut feeling this was the place for us and they've been an absolute delight! The teachers are kind and supportive and the centre is well organised. Children's work and photographs of them learning are well displayed in the environment and on Storypark. My son loves variety and enjoys telling me about his day. Most days he can't wait to get there and never wants to leave!!! He's growing up to be a loving, curious, creative, playful, intelligent little boy and I have this centre to thank for that!”

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120 Great South Road, Newmarket, Auckland

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