Childsteps Early Learning Centre
About Childsteps Early Learning Centre
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 Childsteps Early Learning Centre, it is best to ask the centre directly how they apply 20 Hours ECE.
Community Profile
Roll & age distribution
Childsteps Early Learning Centre currently has a roll of 126 children tamariki , with most children enrolled in the 0–5 years age band.
Ethnicity profile
European tamariki are the largest group (65% 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
“Our son started at the centre in March 2025 when he was 8 months old, and he has absolutely thrived since day one. The teachers are incredibly warm, kind, and caring, and it's clear they genuinely love what they do. The facilities are always spotless and well maintained. It’s been such a joy to see our son become more social—he lights up with excitement every time we arrive. We couldn’t be happier with the care he’s receiving. Thank you to all the lovely teachers in the Aroha room!”
“Amongst the 4 child care centres we have tried, Childsteps is one wholesome place for your kid. Their programme is structured well to groom your child for school. The centre manager Jon, teachers Gene, Ina and the team are lovely, you can blindly trust them that your child is in safe hands. They make learning fun laying the foundation for school program.”
“Absolutely stunning place for kids with passionate staff and modern facilities. Lots of custom toys, separate playgrounds for each room - all are nicely designed and well maintained. Staff love what they do, keep little ones busy with various activities. My kiddo is so happy. :)”
“Awesome place for my child. Very clean, lovely stuff, great activities for tamariki. I really happy that this place was opened in our district, the best in East Auckland.”
“The Best of all centers among what i saw”
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