Deb's Place Early Learning Centre

About Deb's Place 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 Deb's Place Early Learning Centre, it is best to ask the centre directly how they apply 20 Hours ECE.
Community Profile
Roll & age distribution
Deb's Place Early Learning Centre currently has a roll of 59 children tamariki , with most children enrolled in the 0–5 years age band.
Ethnicity profile
Asian tamariki are the largest group (44% of the roll), alongside european, māori, pacific, 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
“I couldn’t be happier with my kids care my both kids receiving at Deb’s place. The staff is kind, warm, attentive and genuinely seem to care about each child as an individual. When we drop are kids in morning, I always notice teachers helping children to get settle and provide them comfort. Debs place teachers organise different type of activities to keep kids learning up to date. I love the way they do mat time. I would recommend this day care to every parent who wants their kids to be cared the best.”
“A Wonderful Place for Little Ones to Grow! Our family has had an absolutely fantastic experience with Deb's Place. From the moment we first visited, we were impressed by the warm, friendly, and welcoming atmosphere. The teachers are simply amazing; they are so caring and attentive, and they genuinely seem to love what they do. One of the standout features is the incredible space. Both the indoor and outdoor areas are huge, giving the children so much room to play, explore, and learn. The playground is a big hit with our little one, and it's always a joy to see him having so much fun with his friends there. What truly sets Deb's Place apart is the variety and quality of the activities they plan for the children. I love receiving updates and seeing photos of my son engaged in so many different things, from sensory and water play to building impressive block towers and working on puzzles. The updates from his teachers show how much thought goes into developing his skills while ensuring he's having a blast. It's clear they are fostering not just learning, but also important social skills like kindness and friendship. We couldn't be happier with our choice. Deb's Place provides a nurturing, fun, and spacious environment that has been instrumental in our child's development. We wholeheartedly recommend it to any family looking for high-quality childcare.”
“We love Deb's place. We have had children in both nursery and preschool and we couldn't be happier with the care and support the kids receive. Communication from staff is great. The educators are so kind, fun, thoughtful and consistent.”
“My daughter has been with Deb’s place for a little over 3 months now and I’m incredibly grateful to have come across this preschool. I was extremely nervous to consider sending my daughter to school, however the encouragement and reassurance from the lovely teachers at Deb’s Place made the change easy to adapt to, for myself and my daughter. The teachers are exceptional with the children, and I have always felt heard and respected thoroughly when it comes to my own. She absolutely enjoys her days at Deb’s place, as she has made a lot of strong connections, between the children and the teachers. She especially likes the big playground they have on site, and the vast variety of equipment they have to provide. I would HIGHLY recommend Deb’s Place to anyone who is looking for a fun filled and enthusiastic preschool. We love it here, and so will you.”
“Our daughter Arya has been attending Deb’s Place Early Learning Centre since November, when she was 3½ years old. Moving from Sri Lanka and adjusting to a new community and culture has been a big journey for our family, and this centre has been an incredible support along the way. Deb’s Place truly welcomes children and families from all cultures and nationalities, creating an environment that accepts, nurtures, and celebrates diversity. It’s a place where children are encouraged to bloom socially, emotionally, and creatively. We have seen Arya grow in confidence, imagination, and happiness since joining. The management and teachers are warm, professional, and highly qualified. They provide not only excellent care and learning experiences for the children but also reassurance and support for parents. We are so grateful for the love and dedication they put into their work and cannot recommend Deb’s Place enough!”
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