Free Kindergarten 20 Hours ECE

Kidsfirst Kindergartens McKenzie

Christchurch, Riccarton

4.3|

Ages

2–5 years

Roll Size

33 children

Subsidies

20 Hours

Rating

4.3/5

About Kidsfirst Kindergartens McKenzie

Kidsfirst Kindergartens McKenzie is a free kindergarten in Riccarton, Christchurch, with children currently enrolled aged 2–5 years. It’s well suited for parents seeking community-based, not-for-profit early education led by qualified teachers, usually with sessional hours. This centre offers 20 Hours ECE funding.

About Free Kindergarten

Free Kindergartens typically offer sessional or part-day early learning programmes led by fully qualified teachers, following Te Whāriki and emphasising learning through play, social interaction, and community involvement. These centres cater to families seeking high-quality education in a not-for-profit, community-based setting with strong ties to local whānau.

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 Kidsfirst Kindergartens McKenzie, it is best to ask the centre directly how they apply 20 Hours ECE.

Community Profile

Roll & age distribution

Kidsfirst Kindergartens McKenzie currently has a roll of 33 children tamariki , with most children enrolled in the 2–5 years age band.

Ethnicity profile

Asian tamariki are the largest group (62% of the roll), alongside european, māori, pacific, 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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Beanka Pearson

November 2023

“Absolutely beautiful staff! Highly recommended! (I'm a bit of a hellcopterr mum and their all absolutely supportive with it 😁)”

Arjane Glorianne Baylon

October 2023

“This place is my wee’s second home. We’ve been to several daycares before and I must say we found the right one at kidsfirst McKenzie. The teachers are great and treats the kids like their family. Great job to kidsfirst McKenzie☺️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”

Preet Kaur

October 2023

“I recently moved from India to New Zealand two months ago. My baby started to go kindy & he’s really praised all the teacher. He’s so happy & comfortable with you. Even I can see lots of change on him. I seen every story you shared with us. I’m so happy & surprised that he’s doing so good. All of the teachers are soft spoken & very kind in nature not only with child but parents too.I am so happy to be a part of it. Thank you everyone.”

Dalia Evangelista

October 2023

“Kidsfirst McKenzie has an excellent and kindest teacher. I have witnessed how they handle meltdowns and tantrums of my son, and I have noticed so many improvements in my 3 kids since they joined the center. They are very approachable and helpful not only for the kids but also for us parents. The center is very tidy and safe. I also appreciate them making stories for my kids and setting up goals that I can continue and do at home. We are so happy to be part of Kidsfirst Mckenzie extremely the best center.”

Molly likisone

March 2016

“Found u”