Busy Bees New Plymouth
About Busy Bees New Plymouth
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 Busy Bees New Plymouth, it is best to ask the centre directly how they apply 20 Hours ECE.
Community Profile
Roll & age distribution
Busy Bees New Plymouth currently has a roll of 110 children tamariki , with most children enrolled in the 0–5 years age band.
Ethnicity profile
European tamariki are the largest group (67% 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
“Our youngest has been attending Busy Bees for the past 3 years, it has been a great decision for us and Eve! We feel so fortunate with the wonderful teachers that have supported and cared for our youngest over this time. Couldn’t recommend this daycare more!”
“Our sons love busy bees NP! The wonderful teachers have always gone above and beyond to make sure they are well loved and looked after. They are great at communicating through phone or message if there is anything we need to know and I love the stories they share about what the boys get up to. I have seen our oldest absolutely thrive during his time at Busy Bees and honestly It's because of the amazing, nurturing environment and beautiful teachers! The play is lead based on the kids interests and the centre hold fun dress up days to celebrate special holidays and occasions. Thanks Busy Bees!”
“Busy Bees is a great daycare. Our child has been going since they were a baby and has loved every day and thrived in each stage. The Kaiakō are kind and wonderful, communication is excellent and management is great. Would recommend this place to any parent looking at childcare.”
“Busy Bees is a nurturing haven for my two children, where they're blossoming in every way, thanks to Nicole in the Te Henui room, who always puts my sons' interests and needs at heart. Chantal in preschool has been a true blessing for my daughter, always checking in and supporting her. The teams are always providing support and communication that's truly outstanding. I wouldn't dream of taking my children anywhere else.”
“Busy Bees NP is an amazing place, our little girl LOVES going to "The Bees". She is always very happily playing when I collect her, often now wanting to leave! The outdoor area is her favourite. The teachers here are the most incredible people - they care for our daughter like she is their own, and they are truly engaged with the kids. I have felt so happy knowing that my daughter is at Busy Bees while I'm at work, and our little girl is flourishing. Her happy place is with The Bees.”
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