Gumboots & Grasshoppers Childcare & Learning Centre
About Gumboots & Grasshoppers Childcare & 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 Gumboots & Grasshoppers Childcare & Learning Centre, it is best to ask the centre directly how they apply 20 Hours ECE.
Community Profile
Roll & age distribution
Gumboots & Grasshoppers Childcare & Learning Centre currently has a roll of 100 children tamariki , with most children enrolled in the 0–5 years age band.
Ethnicity profile
European tamariki are the largest group (80% 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
“Our son has been with G&G since he was one and has loved his time with his friends and kiako. The team are friendly and child centred, creating regular opportunities for learning and development.”
“Our son has been going to G&G for over a year now. We absolutely love the center as parents, but we can also see how much he loves it there. The teachers are caring and loving. The center is stunning. Our son enjoys the animals and having the option of being outside all day and the support he gets from his teachers. As a mum, I am so grateful for the yummie and healthy food that is prepared for him and the second family the center becomes to him.”
“My little boy started at G&G's at 7 months old and settled in so well. The team are amazing and Bodie is learning so many new things. His favourite at the moment is clapping and waving. The team go the extra mile everyday.”
“Amazing facility with great community vibe. Massive out door area with real grass and animals for children to interact with. My child loves going every day”
“A lovely centre in the country. Real grass! Wide open spaces. I can see the teachers work really hard to authentically know their children and families. Everytime I drop my daughter off or pick her up the atmosphere is busy with children playing. Love how the animals are part of the curriculum and the teachers help my child learn more everyday by working with us on a goal for her. Management is always present too and so lovely to the kids and parents.”
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