Central Kids Kindergartens - Ngātea
About Central Kids Kindergartens - Ngātea
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 - Ngātea, it is best to ask the centre directly how they apply 20 Hours ECE.
Community Profile
Roll & age distribution
Central Kids Kindergartens - Ngātea currently has a roll of 52 children tamariki , with most children enrolled in the 2–5 years age band.
Ethnicity profile
European tamariki are the largest group (71% 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
“My two boys loved this kindy, the big outdoor area was ideal for my babes to run around, play, meet friends and have fun. My boys especially loved the ngahere programme they have once a week. Even when my boys went to school, they had to keep going back to kindy to visit everyone and have a play in the sandpit. Highly recommend.”
“Friendly atmosphere with plenty of activities for the kids. The teachers were very attentive to the kids unique needs, and were very welcoming to questions about different aspects of my children's development.”
“My children all absolutely loved coming here ❤️”
“Lovely kindy, my 2 babies went there and they had a blast so much to explore. my kids loved the teaches and the teachers are all about doing there best for your kids. Really good experience there 100% recommend”
“Ngatea Kindergarten is well known for making families feel welcome and supported. My grown children still feel like Ngatea Kindy is another home to them.”
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