Free Kindergarten 20 Hours ECE

Central Kids Kindergartens - Ngongotahā

Rotorua, Ngongotaha
4.7|
Ages
2–5 years
Roll Size
40 children
Subsidies
20 Hours
Rating
4.7/5

About Central Kids Kindergartens - Ngongotahā

Central Kids Kindergartens - Ngongotahā is a free kindergarten in Ngongotaha, Rotorua, with children currently enrolled aged 2–5 years. It’s well suited for parents seeking community-based, not-for-profit early education led by qualified teachers, usually with sessional hours. This centre offers 20 Hours ECE funding.

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 - Ngongotahā, it is best to ask the centre directly how they apply 20 Hours ECE.

Community Profile

Roll & age distribution

Central Kids Kindergartens - Ngongotahā currently has a roll of 40 children tamariki , with most children enrolled in the 2–5 years age band.

Ethnicity profile

Māori tamariki are the largest group (41% of the roll), alongside european, 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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Charlotte Emerson
June 2024

“We have had 2 children through this centre. They have amazing teachers, huge outdoor play space and an awesome indoor environment. The level of care is second to none. Both children have absolutely thrived over the years.”

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Michaela Frost
June 2024

“Great place for children to play and explore. My little one loves the outside area and picnic tables for eating. Staff is lovely and helpful. Overall a happy place.”

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Anna
June 2024

“If you are looking for a kindy that is welcoming and has open arms for your children this kindy is definitely worth a look at, they have a beautiful outdoor area and great indoor space. Highly recommended!”

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Michael Kihi
June 2024

“Amazing staff and great open learning environment, 👏 👍 love how welcoming and making us feel like we are apart of this great kindy. Nga mihi nunui ki a koutou.”

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Charles Xavier
February 2020

“Really good Kindergarten for the little ones before they start school, with allot of amazing things for them to do also government subsidy that will give more money in your pocket. I rate them a four Star ⭐⭐⭐⭐”

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Contact Details

19 School Road, Ngongotaha, Rotorua

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