Karaka Learning Centre License 1
About Karaka Learning Centre License 1
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 Karaka Learning Centre License 1, it is best to ask the centre directly how they apply 20 Hours ECE.
Community Profile
Roll & age distribution
Karaka Learning Centre License 1 currently has a roll of 68 children tamariki , with most children enrolled in the 0–5 years age band.
Ethnicity profile
European tamariki are the largest group (46% 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
“Such a wonderful daycare! Helen has been so kind and understanding with our situation, always helping us out when times have been tough so my son never misses out on being here. I’m so grateful for her support and generosity. All the staff are incredibly warm, caring, and supportive, it really feels like a little family. My son loves coming here, and that means the world to me.”
“We can't thank Karaka Learning Centre enough for the care they provide. Our son is in Centre 2 and the teachers have been incredible. We will absolutely be sending our second son there when he's a bit older. Absolutely thrilled.”
“We have our 2 boys attend KLC and they have been cared for extremely well. The staff are incredibly caring, ensuring each child gets genuine attention and a strong foundation in learning. KLC is definitely not your usual ECE, our boy is now off to Primary and KLC has done a tremendous job in setting him up for a great start to his schooling.”
“We are absolutely thrilled with Karaka Learning Centre. The staff are incredibly caring and attentive, creating a nurturing environment for our 9-month-old. The facility is clean, safe, and filled with engaging activities that stimulate our baby's development. We have seen such positive growth in our child since starting here. They play outside and do a lot of sensory activities. Communication is excellent, and we always feel informed about our baby's day. We couldn't be happier with the care provided. Highly recommended!”
“We love Karaka Learning Centre. Such a fantastic and supportive environment. The facilities are great and the staff are always so lovely. The children are really encouraged to explore and try new things and they learn so much, we have been blown away with the new things our child picked up. Always such a welcoming environment.”
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