Education & Care Service 20 Hours ECE

Creative Minds Childcare Centre

Auckland, Henderson
4.8|
Ages
0–5 years
Roll Size
37 children
Subsidies
20 Hours
Rating
4.8/5

About Creative Minds Childcare Centre

Creative Minds Childcare Centre is a education & care service in Henderson, Auckland, with children currently enrolled aged 0–5 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 Creative Minds Childcare Centre, it is best to ask the centre directly how they apply 20 Hours ECE.

Community Profile

Roll & age distribution

Creative Minds Childcare Centre currently has a roll of 37 children tamariki , with most children enrolled in the 0–5 years age band.

Ethnicity profile

European tamariki are the largest group (38% 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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Ascia
November 2025

“My child has been going to Creative Minds Early Learning Centre since they were 18 months old, and we’ve had such a great experience! The teachers are so warm and caring, and you can really tell they love what they do. It’s such a nurturing place where kids can learn, grow, and have fun. My child absolutely loves going every day. I’d highly recommend Creative Minds to any parents looking for a caring and positive centre!”

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Ansumol Kuriakose
August 2025

“"I just love sending my kids to this kindergarten! The teachers are so caring and the activities are super fun. My little one can't stop talking about what they did in class each day 😊".He and as a parent we also enjoyed every kindy days with creative minds.”

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Nida Dolligas
August 2025

“Very recommended!We love this kindy a lot.Both of our kids started here .The teachers are very welcoming and easy to approach.Kids always have a lovely story to tell when they come home.They also created some friendship here and sad that we left as they are in big school now.Lastly,this kindy will always have a special place in our hearts.”

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Elisha Aiafi
August 2025

“Outstanding daycare! As the parent of a former 24-week preemie, I was very careful in choosing the right environment for my son. We visited multiple centres, but Creative Minds immediately felt like home. From day one, he settled in with ease, which speaks volumes given his medical history and our high expectations for care. The teachers are not only warm and welcoming but genuinely treat my son as if he were their own. They provide a nurturing, safe, and stimulating environment that has helped him grow in confidence and skills. I am so grateful for the love, patience, and dedication they show every day. I can’t recommend Creative Minds enough to any parent looking for a daycare where their child will truly be valued and cared for. Thank you Shabana, Gemma, Lisa & Latesha!”

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Natasha Iyer
July 2025

“After a long search we finally settled on sending our 20 month old to Creative Minds and we are stoked with our decision to send her here. The center has such a lovely, welcoming vibe and all the children looked really happy and confident. Jodie’s calm, experienced approach helps ease the littlies into a great routine. Shabana is an excellent, hands-on manager who puts your mind at ease and knows exactly what each child has been up to. The carers are all wonderful, especially Gemma, Latiesha and Lisa, who are always smiling and make drop-offs a breeze. Creative Minds may not bombard us with constant app updates, but honestly, that’s part of the charm. The team is so focused on giving our girl their full attention—they’re present, caring, and genuinely engaged. We never feel like we’re missing out because they always take the time to chat and share what she’s been up to. Our daughter comes home happy, well-fed, and bubbling with excitement. We low-key want to keep this place to ourselves — but the team works so hard and deserves every bit of recognition. Thank you, Creative Minds for creating such a special space!”

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Contact Details

106 Edmonton Road, Henderson, Auckland

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