Education & Care Service 20 Hours ECE

Kaleidoscope Childcare Centre

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

About Kaleidoscope Childcare Centre

Kaleidoscope Childcare Centre is a education & care service in Tauranga, 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 Kaleidoscope Childcare Centre, it is best to ask the centre directly how they apply 20 Hours ECE.

Community Profile

Roll & age distribution

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

Ethnicity profile

European tamariki are the largest group (70% 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

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Olivia Weck
March 2023

“We absolutely loved being part of the Kaleidoscope whānau for the past 3.5 years. Our daughter thrived in their nurturing, fun, stimulating and safe environment. The kids are encouraged to be their authentic selves, and the teachers, owners & managers make your child feel like part of a family. Our daughter was always treated with so much respect and kindness and we never found it hard to leave her in their care while we were working. They were flexible any time our circumstances changed and if they could accommodate extra days or hours they would always do their best. The yummy and healthy variety of food on offer made life so easy for us too! I have no hesitation in recommending Kaleidoscope to anyone who is considering sending their little ones there!”

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Renee Gent
September 2022

“We have been part of the Kaleidoscope family for the past 4 or so years. We have recently left due to our little girl starting school. During our time there we genuinely felt as though we were part of a family and our little girl Georgia thrived. Kevin, Lynne, Marama and Matt have created a beautiful environment for the children with so much to explore and the staff are absolutely wonderful and are so loved by the children. The first person Georgia always invited to her birthday parties was Lynne, she was like a fairy godmother to our girl and we will always be grateful for that.”

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Amy Kluit
June 2021

“If you are looking for a family run Daycare, where your children are cared for at the highest standards then look no further! I could not recommend Kaleidoscope Childcare more highly to anyone looking for a safe, loving and nurturing environment for their children. The centre is well equipped and well looked after, the Teachers are engaged and loving, and genuinely care about the children they care for. The children have a cooked lunch every day and managed to get my child to eat things I never thought he would! My only regret is that I didn't have a second child so I could continue to see the amazing teachers and centre, now that my son is at school!”

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Haylee Shakesby
December 2020

“As we embark on our next journey we say goodbye to the most loving caring and accommodating teachers and staff at Kaleidoscope. With incredible incredibly welcoming and friendly reception as you first enter, you feel the warmth as this highly dedicated and passionate team (which feel more like family) support you and your family. We will forever treasure the memories that our wee girl has been lucky enough to make here and we would like to recommend the high quality of care and respect that all these beautiful staff exhibit.”

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Amy Dickey
September 2020

“Our experiences at Kaleidoscope has been amazing. After 4 years with Kaleidoscope, we are very sad to say goodbye as our girl heads off to school. Kaleidoscope staff have been nothing but welcoming, supportive, friendly and loving all while providing a stable educational setting for our daughter to grow and flourish into the individual she is. They have always taken the time to support her in her interests and develop her with skills that have set her up for a smooth transition into school. I would recommend Kaleidoscope to anyone who is looking for a home away from home.”

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Contact Details

106 Eleventh Avenue, Tauranga

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