BestStart Montessori Bethlehem
About BestStart Montessori Bethlehem
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 Montessori Bethlehem, it is best to ask the centre directly how they apply 20 Hours ECE.
Community Profile
Roll & age distribution
BestStart Montessori Bethlehem currently has a roll of 85 children tamariki , with most children enrolled in the 0–5 years age band.
Ethnicity profile
European tamariki are the largest group (66% 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
“Montessori curriculum is amazing. Teachers are friendly, helpful and supportive. Policy's and procedures are thorough. My child is happy and thriving academically.”
“My son loves to go to preschool everyday to see his teachers and friends. I love that the teachers put extra effort to know my child and set up activities based on his interests. I also like how happy but calm the environment is.”
“I've really appreciated how BestStart has encouraged and welcomed my boys, and I've seen developments emotionally, mentally, and physically due to the care and teaching they've received. I'm really happy with how BestStart staff have dealt with any issues, and how they've gone above and beyond in providing care and opportunities for the kids.”
“My Daughter absolutely loves her school! The staff are all lovely which I guess is why she feels so comfortable there. She is always happy when being dropped off. It makes me feel relaxed knowing she is content and in a safe place. I will recommend this school any day!”
“The team at Best-Start Montessori Bethlehem are brilliant. They truly take an interest and care about your child. They notice things even I hadn’t noticed about her. They made getting back into full time work much easier than I expected and my child was settled in within a week. Can’t fault them.”
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