Busy Bees Taupo
About Busy Bees Taupo
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 Taupo, it is best to ask the centre directly how they apply 20 Hours ECE.
Community Profile
Roll & age distribution
Busy Bees Taupo currently has a roll of 70 children tamariki , with most children enrolled in the 0–5 years age band.
Ethnicity profile
European tamariki are the largest group (44% 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
“When this childcare centre opened 4 years ago, I went in to get my then 2 year old enrolled. There weren’t any places for him at the time and I left our details at reception. Haven’t received a response up until now. I called them twice and the receptionist said they’re still waiting but surely doesn’t take 4 years to get back to me. Eventually we went with best start before moving from Taupo.”
“My son and I have recently joined the Learning Links Taupo whanau and we are both loving being part of a nurturing, creative and fun learning environment. The centre is conveniently located and the staff here are caring, inclusive and student driven. Always lots to do, it is often a mission trying to get my son out the door - a reflection of how safe he feels here. Thank you for making his transition a smooth one.”
“We are so happy to have joined the Learning Links Taupo whanau. My little one has never been the easiest at morning drop offs but at Learning Links she is always greeted by huge smiles and loving arms. I really appreciate the extra care taken to settle her in each morning and am always able to discuss her day in detail with her teachers at pick up. We love all the different areas for play and learning in the centre, especially the beautiful vege gardens outside!”
“As a parent of Learning Links Taupo I am so grateful I made the choice to send my daughter to such an incredible centre. Having moved from a different town, I was really worried how she would settle in, but as one of the first to start she absolutely loves it. I couldn't ask for better carers to look after her while i'm at work, they have created such a special bond which is so reassuring to see. The centre is such an awesome space, with so many resources and things to do, she never wants to leave. Could not recommend Sam and her team highly enough to anyone thinking about joining the Learning Links whanau........you won't regret it 😍😍”
“After searching Taupo high and low for a centre I felt comfortable with, learning links opened and from our first visit we immediately felt at home. Wonderful, welcoming environment! My children are thriving and have fitted in so well into a centre environment. Thank you so much learning links Taupo 👍🏼👍🏼”
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