Education & Care Service 20 Hours ECE

Happy Turtle Childcare

Auckland, Papakura
4.6|
Ages
0–5 years
Roll Size
63 children
Subsidies
20 Hours
Rating
4.6/5

About Happy Turtle Childcare

Happy Turtle Childcare is a education & care service in Papakura, Auckland, with children currently enrolled aged 0–5 years. It’s well suited for families needing flexible full-day or part-day childcare with a balanced, mainstream early learning programme. This centre offers 20 Hours ECE funding.

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 Happy Turtle Childcare, it is best to ask the centre directly how they apply 20 Hours ECE.

Community Profile

Roll & age distribution

Happy Turtle Childcare currently has a roll of 63 children tamariki , with most children enrolled in the 0–5 years age band.

Ethnicity profile

Asian tamariki are the largest group (80% of the roll), alongside european, māori, pacific 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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Mark Manalang
October 2025

“We are deeply grateful for the nearly two wonderful years our daughter spent at Happy Turtle Childcare. She has made precious memories that she will never forget—she was always excited to attend each day, and became well-known for the way her friends would cheerfully call out her name when entering the room. Special thanks to Kash, who has been exceptionally hands-on with the children, and to Teacher Katie, whose name was the first Ella ever learned. Ella will truly miss all her friends and the dedicated teachers at Happy Turtle. Thank you for providing such a nurturing and joyful environment. We will always cherish our time here. ♥️♥️♥️”

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Jaz
September 2025

“I am concerned about the management practices. I would not recommend this place for kids if their mental development is a priority. Furthermore, I am worried that any feedback provided might not be received constructively, potentially leading to the suggestion of withdrawing your child.”

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aman somal
August 2025

“I completed my field placement in the babies room at Happy Turtle Childcare, and it was a truly rewarding experience. The staff were incredibly welcoming and supportive, and I learned so much from their nurturing and professional approach. I had the chance to support daily routines, engage in play-based learning, and build meaningful connections with the infants. The environment was calm, safe, and thoughtfully set up for early development. This placement helped me grow both personally and professionally, and I’m so grateful to have been part of such a caring team. Amandeep kaur Somal”

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sandeep sidhu
August 2025

“The town's best daycare facility. Since his birth, our older son, who is currently four years old, has been attending this center. and my two-year-old child began going a year ago. Both of them take pleasure in attending daycare. Teachers are wonderful. whenever I was worried. The issue is acknowledged and fixed the next day as soon as I speak with the teacher. Teachers give each student their full attention. I am fortunate to have made the wise decision to send my children to this center since, in this day and age, kindergarten are a blessing for working women. We couldn't care for our kids without them. A huge thank you to the entire Happy Turtle team.”

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Sonia Sharma
August 2025

“Our experience with happy turtle has been nothing short of amazing. The staff are highly professional and genuinely care about each child’s development. The activities are fun, educational, and well-planned. We love the updates we receive through photos and daily reports. Our child has become more confident, social, and independent. The environment is clean, safe, and filled with positive energy. We truly feel like part of a family here.”

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Contact Details

107 Old Wairoa Road, Papakura, Auckland

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