BestStart Wattle Downs
About BestStart Wattle Downs
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 Wattle Downs, it is best to ask the centre directly how they apply 20 Hours ECE.
Community Profile
Roll & age distribution
BestStart Wattle Downs currently has a roll of 64 children tamariki , with most children enrolled in the 0–5 years age band.
Ethnicity profile
Asian tamariki are the largest group (36% 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
“The kaiako at BestStart Wattle Downs have been absolutely amazing in helping my daughter settle into daycare. As one of the younger children who is still crawling, they created a safe, nurturing environment where she could learn, grow, and thrive. Their genuine love and care for the children is so evident, and the communication from the team has been great. The centre is also well-equipped with resources that support every stage of development. I couldn’t be happier with the support and care my daughter has received. I also love how they celebrate all the different language weeks and events throughout the year celebrating our diverse culture 😊”
“BestStart Wattle Downs is a caring and welcoming centre. The teachers are amazing, and the environment is safe, fun, and engaging for children. Highly recommend!”
“We love this childcare. My child has been attending for 3 years and it has transformed into a beautiful home away from home for her. The environment is well thought out, respectful, clean and well presented. There are always lots of activities for my child to engage in as soon as she walks in the door. There are lots of resources to play with. The staff are caring and nurturing and they make sure that my child’s needs are met and she feels loved and safe while she is there. I highly recommend this centre.”
“For parents looking into placing their little ones in a safe daycare or new care, would 100% recommend Best Start Wattle Downs. Our eldest daughter is 4 years old now loves going and has been with them since she was 1yr old, now our soon to turn 2yrs old son has started both at the same daycare. The manager and staff are so welcoming and always keep us parents updated on their curriculum for their daycare, holding parents meetings to discuss what goals we want for our kids that they can contribute towards. They have van service which is run by a sweet wahine. Thank you best start family for being a big part of J&C’s lives. #1trusted”
“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I can’t say enough good things about BestStart Wattle Downs Day Care! The staff is incredibly nurturing and dedicated, creating a warm and engaging environment for the kids. My child has thrived both socially and academically since starting here. The facilities are clean, well-maintained, and full of stimulating activities that encourage creativity and exploration. I appreciate the strong communication from the teachers, who provide regular updates on my child’s progress. It's clear they genuinely care about each child’s development. I highly recommend BestStart Wattle Downs to any parent looking for a safe and loving place for their little ones!”
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