Education & Care Service 20 Hours ECE

Capital City Preschool

Wellington, Wellington CBD
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Ages
2–5 years
Roll Size
30 children
Subsidies
20 Hours
Rating
5/5

About Capital City Preschool

Capital City Preschool is a education & care service in Wellington CBD, Wellington, with children currently enrolled aged 2–5 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 Capital City Preschool, it is best to ask the centre directly how they apply 20 Hours ECE.

Community Profile

Roll & age distribution

Capital City Preschool currently has a roll of 30 children tamariki , with most children enrolled in the 2–5 years age band.

Ethnicity profile

European tamariki are the largest group (40% 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

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Zaida Mateo
June 2024

“We transferred my son from a daycare center to Capital City Preschool and the difference has been amazing. At CCP, the teachers are welcoming and warm, and my son looks forward to going every day—sometimes he doesn’t even want to leave! I especially appreciate the 1:7 teacher-student ratio, the personalized updates on his interests and strengths, and the support for his emotional development. Since starting at CCP, his speech has improved significantly. They offer extracurricular activities (my son looks forward to Playball on Fridays!) and community excursions, also celebrates different cultures and events. It feels like a small, nurturing community. The best preschool! I'm so glad we transferred my son to CCP.”

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Xiangyu Song
June 2024

“I'm so glad I chose this preschool for my daughter. She always has fun, makes friends, and learns something new every day. She also enjoys a variety of cultural, art, reading, and sports activities organised by the preschool. This preschool feels like a big family, with loving teachers, adorable kids, and supportive parents. I highly recommend this preschool to parents living in or commuting to the city who value quality early childhood education and a loving community.”

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Nadine Dodge
March 2023

“We moved our daughter here from another centre, and have been incredibly happy with the change. Capital City Preschool has a real focus on learning and preparing children for school, rather than just childcare. The teachers are well qualified, caring, and incredibly enthusiastic about their jobs. The real seal of approval is that my daughter is excited to go to school in the morning and doesn’t want to leave when I pick her up.”

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Davin Bush
March 2023

“After moving to Wellington beginning of last year we visited a few centres...upon visiting Capital City my daughter instantly felt at ease. The teaching staff and children are all so lovely and kind, the environment is warm and welcoming. The Teachers are well organised and always go out of their way to create new and exciting experiences for the children. Being centre city the children often get to go on wonderful excursions around the inner city. My daughter always wants to go to preschool and we can see how much her confidence has grown.”

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calvin wong
March 2023

“I wanted to take a moment to share my experience with this amazing preschool. Both of my children have attended this school, and I am so grateful for the wonderful education and care they have received here. As a family we received individualized attention and support, which helped us as parents develop our childrens unique strengths and interests. The teachers' commitment to the kids success is truly remarkable. The teachers have created a warm and nurturing environment that fosters a love of learning and exploration. My children have developed strong social skills and has built meaningful relationships with their peers and teachers. What impresses me the most about this preschool is the genuine level of care the teachers have for the children. They take the time to get to know each child as an individual and tailor their teaching to meet their unique needs. They create a safe and supportive environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive. Overall, I highly recommend this preschool to any parent who is looking for a high-quality education and caring community for their child. The teachers are exceptional, and the curriculum is well-rounded and engaging. My family is so grateful to be a part of this wonderful community, and I am confident that any family who chooses this school will feel the same.”

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Contact Details

3 McDonald Crescent, Wellington CBD, Wellington

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