Education & Care Service 20 Hours ECE

BestStart Montel Avenue

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

About BestStart Montel Avenue

BestStart Montel Avenue is a education & care service in Henderson, 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 Montel Avenue, it is best to ask the centre directly how they apply 20 Hours ECE.

Community Profile

Roll & age distribution

BestStart Montel Avenue currently has a roll of 70 children tamariki , with most children enrolled in the 0–5 years age band.

Ethnicity profile

Asian tamariki are the largest group (44% 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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Sugar Victoria
February 2025

“I have my youngest son now at BestStart Montel. Unlike his older brother, who adapted very well straight away in daycare, my youngest was the opposite. He was crying and not eating well. I was very concerned, but the teachers were very helpful. They would update me everyday about how my son's day went. They would also inform me on what he ate and what he liked. It was a partnership effort between me and the teachers until such time that my kid doesn't cry anymore and I no longer have to pack his snacks and lunches because he had started eating everything he was offered. My husband and I was so relieved. We really felt like the daycare was an extension of our family. My son's social skills have now extremely progressed and we are very much happy about it. Thank you ,BestStart Montel. 😊”

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Aliya Botan
March 2024

“A wonderful centre. All the staff are very genuine and caring especially in the Tui room. They go above and beyond for all the children.Highly recommend, there is strong community feel. My son is thriving in his class room.”

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Kat Salazar
October 2021

“Our family appreciates all the wonderful care everyone at BestStart Montel have given my son this past year. He always looks forward to seeing all his friends and teachers. We are so grateful that he is part of a centre that has such a warm and friendly atmosphere. All of the staff that we have met so far are kind and professional. And finally, we are so thankful about how supportive and mindful they are in dealing with our son's allergies. Thank you again, BS Montel! All the best.”

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Hetal Mistry
October 2021

“My son has been at Best Start Montel Ave for a year now and I highly recommend this daycare. The staff are friendly and caring, and my son is very excited to be at daycare. I have also had my daughter come here a few years ago. I went all over West Auckland to find a lovely daycare and I found what I was looking for at Best Start Montel Avenue. My kids have both learn't a lot through daycare. It's the best in the west!”

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Raechel Beazley
October 2021

“My grandson has been going to Beststart Montel for two years. The staff have been amazing even while we have in lock down. Posting activities, stories, crafts to keep our children occupied. Making time to connect with zoom calls. Their support is phenomenal. They keep us updated with his achievements through story park, and I have watched him go from a shy little boy, to making friends and and social connections. Thank you for the support and guidance and help shaping his inquisitive mind and encouraging his creativity.”

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5 Vitasovich Avenue, Henderson, Auckland

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