BestStart Mount Wellington
About BestStart Mount Wellington
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 Mount Wellington, it is best to ask the centre directly how they apply 20 Hours ECE.
Community Profile
Roll & age distribution
BestStart Mount Wellington currently has a roll of 90 children tamariki , with most children enrolled in the 0–5 years age band.
Ethnicity profile
Asian tamariki are the largest group (35% 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
“When we first arrived in New Zealand, I was searching for the right daycare for my son and came across BestStart Mt Wellington. At the time, he was 2 years old and spoke very little. Now, just a year later, he’s 3 and can hold full conversations! The teachers have been incredible so warm, nurturing, and dedicated to his development. The centre manager is one of the kindest people you’ll ever meet, and the admin team makes you feel so welcome from the moment you walk in. They truly go above and beyond to support families. I’m so grateful we found this centre. My son’s growth has been amazing, and we always feel supported and valued. Highly recommend!”
“Absolutely love these teachers! My daughter has grown so much in confidence /social skills! You name it! since the day she started BMT team. Thank you a much could not be happier 🫶 I look forward to my 2nd one starting with you ☺️”
“My daughter started best start a month today now ! And I am so impressed with the amount of happiness she brings home after day care i get so shocked sometimes because she can literally count to 5, she knows how to stack blocks she’s more talkative!! Best decision I have ever made. I see progress in my daughter and happiness I know she loves it a lot and gets excited every morning when I get her dressed! Big ups to all the teachers and everyone because I cannot see myself doing what they do with the amount of kids day in and day out! Love it so much!”
“Beststart Mount Wellington!! I have nothing but praise for the team at the centre. Miss Genevieve has been there since she was 6 months old and is thriving in the centre. Her teachers are so involved and encourage her in her development. She loves her time at the centre and because she is so happy I know that she is taken care of. Since day one, I can see the committment each member of the team has in ensuring my daughter is well cared for. I will happily and definitely recommend this centre to anyone who asks.”
“Both of my children have attended BestStart Mt Wellington, with my 4 year old son currently enrolled. The centre is conveniently located, close to the motorway and the train stations. He enjoys going to daycare everyday and playing with his friends. The staff from the Centre Manager to the Teachers are all lovely and caring. They have taught my two kids very well and prepared them to be school ready when they graduate. Thank you all!”
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