Free Kindergarten 20 Hours ECE

Grasslands Kindergarten

Hamilton, Hamilton Central

Ages

2–5 years

Roll Size

45 children

Subsidies

20 Hours

Rating

5/5

About Grasslands Kindergarten

Grasslands Kindergarten is a free kindergarten in Hamilton Central, Hamilton, 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 Grasslands Kindergarten, it is best to ask the centre directly how they apply 20 Hours ECE.

Community Profile

Roll & age distribution

Grasslands Kindergarten currently has a roll of 45 children tamariki , with most children enrolled in the 2–5 years age band.

Ethnicity profile

Māori tamariki are the largest group (32% 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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Sarjeena Maharjan

June 2025

“One of the best kindy in Hamilton. My son really enjoyed his learning journey. Each and every teacher were helpful and supportive and made his foundation to school really strong. Highly recommended ⭐️ ⭐️”

Dema Ziyadeh

December 2021

“Very nice and wonderful Team .They take great care of children. They have a beautiful and kind way of dealing with others. Good luck to all.”

Adrienne Manaia

November 2015