Education & Care Service 20 Hours ECE

BestStart Newton

Auckland, Eden Terrace
4.9|
Ages
0–5 years
Roll Size
88 children
Subsidies
20 Hours
Rating
4.9/5

About BestStart Newton

BestStart Newton is a education & care service in Eden Terrace, 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 Newton, it is best to ask the centre directly how they apply 20 Hours ECE.

Community Profile

Roll & age distribution

BestStart Newton currently has a roll of 88 children tamariki , with most children enrolled in the 0–5 years age band.

Ethnicity profile

Asian tamariki are the largest group (47% 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

Google Verified
BV
Bibin Varghese
October 2025

“I would be very likely to recommend BestStart to my friends and family. The teachers are warm, caring, and genuinely invested in the children’s growth and happiness. The centre provides a safe, welcoming, and nurturing environment where kids are encouraged to explore, learn, and build confidence. Communication with parents is always clear and supportive, and I really appreciate the effort the team puts into making every child feel special. Overall, it’s been a wonderful experience, and I’m very happy with the care and education my child receives at BestStart.”

SD
Swati Dabral
June 2025

“As Parents from the very first day, we felt truly welcomed by the wonderful team at BestStart Newton. The entire team made the transition smooth and comforting, always showing kindness, attentiveness, and genuine affection toward our little one. It’s been amazing to watch our child thrive in such a positive environment, growing in confidence, developing social skills, and becoming more engaged every day. We are incredibly grateful for the care and dedication the team at BestStart Newton brings. It's clear they put their hearts into what they do.”

LD
Lily Du
May 2025

“We are very happy with BestStart Newton. The areas are nice and spacious and activities and environment are well suited to the different age groups. We like that they place a lot of emphasis on fun educational activities and have a good ready-for-school program. They also include all meals including breakfast in their fees, which is really convenient for us busy working parents. Our little ones are all thriving there. Centre manager Nita goes above and beyond to meet our requests and updates us regularly on our children’s progress. One thing to note is that shoes are not required to be removed in the room for under 2s, so the floor does get dirty sometimes. Overall great and highly recommend!”

FB
Fraser Bailey
May 2025

“The teachers have calming nature which my kids really appreciate. We moved from another daycare and felt welcomed and accommodated straight away, almost no transition needed for our children, they fit in and love their daycare environment. Staff are easy to deal with and supportive.”

AW
Ayesha Wimalasena
February 2025

“As a mother, I couldn't be happier with the care and education my daughter receives at BestStart Newton. From the moment we walked in, we felt welcomed by the warm and friendly staff. The teachers are incredibly nurturing and attentive, always ensuring my daughter feels safe, engaged, and excited to learn. The learning environment is fantastic—filled with creativity, exploration, and hands-on activities that help my daughter develop both socially and academically. I love how they incorporate NZ’s Early Childhood Curriculum, ensuring a well-rounded approach to learning. Another thing I truly appreciate is the strong communication between the teachers and parents. I receive regular updates on my daughter’s progress, activities, and even little moments that brighten my day. It’s reassuring to know she is in such a caring and stimulating environment. Overall, I highly recommend BestStart Newton to any parent looking for a safe, loving, and high-quality early childhood education center. My daughter absolutely loves it here, and I can see how much she is growing and thriving every day!”

Interested?

Contact the centre directly to check for availability or arrange a visit.

Contact centre for availability

Contact Details

13-17 Virginia Avenue, Eden Terrace, Auckland

Getting ready for daycare?

See what your child will need for their day: labels, drink bottle, lunchbox, spare clothes, sunscreen and more.

Daycare Essentials Checklist

ERO Report

Education Review Office verified. Check the latest quality evaluation.

View Report

Other centres nearby

Explore other options in your neighbourhood.