Gate Pa Preschool and Childcare
About Gate Pa Preschool and Childcare
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 Gate Pa Preschool and Childcare, it is best to ask the centre directly how they apply 20 Hours ECE.
Community Profile
Roll & age distribution
Gate Pa Preschool and Childcare currently has a roll of 42 children tamariki , with most children enrolled in the 1–5 years age band.
Ethnicity profile
European tamariki are the largest group (42% of the roll), alongside māori, pacific, asian 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
“We love this little preschool - our little girl has been so nurtured both in the baby room and toddlers room. It has a real family feel and I like that she is encouraged to explore her interests. The facility is homely and I like that it isn't super 'new', the environment encourages kids to be kids. The teachers are wonderful - often offering advice when asked and I always enjoy the welcome we receive as parents. Its so nice to feel like your child is going to a second home when you go back to work!”
“My daughter attended from 2-5y. They made her feel instantly like family. I dislike big lavished buildings, feels like the fees are going to big fancy buildings and not the kids. Their facilities feel like dropping your kids off to Nans house. My son has now been enrolled for close to a yea too. My children are multicultural and they make the effort to encourage Kaupapa Wananga here. Wouldn’t trust any other kindy with my most precious people. They even invited my nan to join in on Kuki language week, they’ve joined in many different cultural holidays so everyone is welcome”
“Gate Pa Pre School is amazing. Have been taking my children there for almost 2 years now and highly recommend to everyone i know with children. Amazing staff that really care for the kids.”
“Gate Pa Preschool is fantastic. With its nurturing staff, stimulating environment, and seamless communication, it's more than just a childcare facility – it's our children's second home. We trust our children's happiness and development in their capable hands.”
“Friendly happy atmosphere, enjoyable class lessons and loads of activities. Staff keep kids engaged and smiling. Recommend to go inside and check it out, glad we did!”
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