Grey Lynn Montessori by Busy Bees
About Grey Lynn Montessori by Busy Bees
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 Grey Lynn Montessori by Busy Bees, it is best to ask the centre directly how they apply 20 Hours ECE.
Community Profile
Roll & age distribution
Grey Lynn Montessori by Busy Bees currently has a roll of 42 children tamariki , with most children enrolled in the 2–5 years age band.
Ethnicity profile
European tamariki are the largest group (54% 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
“The first time I walked into Grey Lynn Montessori I thought, "this place is like my home, a warm, quiet and orderly place." I saw that all the toys were organized and available for my son to choose what to play with and I thought: "here my son will feel good, he will feel at home." And I was not wrong, my son has had a wonderful start in early childhood education, and this has been thanks to the doting and caring teachers who accompanied us throughout the entire process. I also love the different celebrations they host at the centre, and I love that they spend time learning the different cultures each child comes from, making the center a multicultural and inclusive place. Thank you!! 🤗💜”
“Good preschool. Engaging and good communication with families. My son loves his teachers and friends ❤️ Highly Recommend.”
“A wonderful team of dedicated Montessori teachers who ensure high quality care and education for the children. The purpose built building ensures that children have access to a wide range of materials and resources and with it backing onto the local primary school and a short walk from Mottat and Auckland zoo, children get the benefit of exploring the local community on many regular excursions.”
“We can’t recommend Little Engines highly enough. 10/5 stars! The caring environment that Mamatha and her teachers create is so unique. Our little girl is growing and developing in beautiful ways. She feels so at home at Little Engines, and I’m sure it’s because she’s able to be herself and grow at her own pace in her own ways. Little Engines is an amazing mix of a calm and in-control atmosphere, with an energy of fun, excitement and love. A truly special place run by amazingly caring people.”
“My daughter enjoyed her time at little engines. The activities they provide are all very meaningful. The children not only have fun but at the same time they are learning. It really prepares them for school. My daughter's teacher is surprised with her ability to sound out words.”
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