BestStart Marne Street
About BestStart Marne Street
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 Marne Street, it is best to ask the centre directly how they apply 20 Hours ECE.
Community Profile
Roll & age distribution
BestStart Marne Street currently has a roll of 73 children tamariki , with most children enrolled in the 0–5 years age band.
Ethnicity profile
European tamariki are the largest group (60% 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
“We’ve felt so welcomed by the staff at BestStart Marne Road Kindy from the very beginning, and our son has truly settled in so well thanks to the wonderful environment you've created. The teachers are absolutely amazing always cheerful, approachable, and genuinely dedicated to supporting each child. It’s clear they go above and beyond to make sure our son feels valued and understood. Every time we walk in, we're greeted with smiles and warmth, it really makes a difference! Thank you so much to all the teachers for your hard work, kindness, and constant support.”
“We are absolutely loving Best Start Marne Street, our 2yo has slotted in so well there - making friends, learning the routines, picking up new skills, eating and sleeping well, and generally just feeling so settled and happy there. Couldn't fault the team!”
“Best Start Marne are the best. All of the kaiako care so much about all of the tamariki and have such personal connections to the kids and their families too. Best Start Marne feels like family. I am always so impressed with how much fun and creativity the kaiako approach each day with and how incredibly invested they are in everyone’s development and wellbeing. I am constantly grateful for all the kaiako and the impact they have had on me and my family’s lives so far.”
“My son is thriving here. Small family feel centre even though it's part of a chain. Teachers are friendly, qualified, communicative and positive. Can't rate them highly enough, including all management.”
“What makes BestStart - Marne Street one of the best centers for kids in Palmerston North. They have the best environment for Kids to nurture their growing mindset during their early years. Special activities and a whole host of events during the year builds their cute bonds with other children. It made my kid want to go to this center everyday. Staff are very helpful in giving advice helping parents by keeping them informed about emerging interests that kids develop during their time at the center. BestStart Marne Street is like a Gold mine and spaces fill up quick, I would suggest getting enrollments as early as possible or face an extensive waiting list. Marne Street truly is a BestStart for kids.”
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