Central Kids Kindergartens - Mill Crescent
About Central Kids Kindergartens - Mill Crescent
About Free Kindergarten
Free Kindergartens typically offer sessional or part-day early learning programmes led by fully qualified teachers, following Te Whāriki and emphasising learning through play, social interaction, and community involvement. These centres cater to families seeking high-quality education in a not-for-profit, community-based setting with strong ties to local whānau.
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 Central Kids Kindergartens - Mill Crescent, it is best to ask the centre directly how they apply 20 Hours ECE.
Community Profile
Roll & age distribution
Central Kids Kindergartens - Mill Crescent currently has a roll of 54 children tamariki , with most children enrolled in the 2–5 years age band.
Ethnicity profile
European tamariki are the largest group (61% of the roll), alongside māori, pacific, asian 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
“My son attends this daycare and we absolutely love it here. The teachers are friendly and attentive. The outdoor space is large with lots of areas of play! My son loves attending this kindergarten and I would highly recommend checking out this centre if you are looking for somewhere special to send your kids.”
“Amazing Kindergarten with lovely supportive teachers my son has gone to this kindergarten since he turned two and absolutely loves coming each day. We love all the outdoor activities. Would recommend to anyone needing a safe and welcoming place for your children to attend.”
“Our daughter has been coming here for nearly 2 years now and she has thrived so much, learning new skill sets and how to express herself and making new friends. The staff have been so supportive and encouraging with her and also us as parents and giving us the skills to also help our daughter at home. It's a very safe and open atmosphere at Mill Crescent. Look forward to my son coming here to one day.”
“Mill Crescent is awesome! Our son transitioned there easily thanks to the fantastic team and friendly environment! We love the flow between inside and out and with the variety of play and learning there is something for everyone! He loves the outside environment especially the mud pit and huge sandpit!”
“We love Mill cres kindy!! My son has made friends and been very well looked after. The teachers are all amazing and have been so accomodating with toilet training needs. They have a variety of activities indoors and outdoors for all of the kids interests.”
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