BestStart Tauranga Central
About BestStart Tauranga Central
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 Tauranga Central, it is best to ask the centre directly how they apply 20 Hours ECE.
Community Profile
Roll & age distribution
BestStart Tauranga Central currently has a roll of 53 children tamariki , with most children enrolled in the 0–5 years age band.
Ethnicity profile
European tamariki are the largest group (54% 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 have been to several childcare around this area and we didn't change since enrolled our kids here 3 years ago. The teacher care and respect every kid. Really good activities, nice and tidy room layout, and the most important thing is my kids love to play with teachers there. They also communicate with parents even just a small accident happened(only need a plaster which is so normal for kid).”
“Best pre school ever”
“The care and support from the entire staff in tauranga 13th Ave.”
“The staff is kind and caring. The school is well organised and staff really helpful. They keep communication clear and support each child individually to adapt and make them feel safe and welcome. Highly recommend. Keep up the great work! :-)”
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