Education & Care Service 20 Hours ECE

Little Earth Montessori Panmure

Auckland, Panmure
4.7|
Ages
2–5 years
Roll Size
38 children
Subsidies
20 Hours
Rating
4.7/5

About Little Earth Montessori Panmure

Little Earth Montessori Panmure is a education & care service in Panmure, Auckland, with children currently enrolled aged 2–5 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 Little Earth Montessori Panmure, it is best to ask the centre directly how they apply 20 Hours ECE.

Community Profile

Roll & age distribution

Little Earth Montessori Panmure currently has a roll of 38 children tamariki , with most children enrolled in the 2–5 years age band.

Ethnicity profile

Asian tamariki are the largest group (71% 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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Rupal Parmar
March 2025

“Best education place for young kids compare to day care. My child has improved a lot compare to before. Can't thank enough. Teachers are best very focused and provide continuous feeback for improvements. They also work very hard to ensure your child is thriving and learning everyday. Great play area and full of fun and educational activities curiculam throughout the day so child enjoy while learning.”

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GUAN WANG
July 2024

“Leo had a wonderful time at the Little Earth Montessori, filled with laughter, learning, and new friendships. Leo felt happy and safe, thanks to the caring and dedicated staff who supported him every step of the way. Their warmth and enthusiasm made his daycare experience truly special. We are deeply grateful to everyone who helped him thrive and made his time at Little Earth Montessori so memorable.”

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Sujeetha Jayaprakash
July 2023

“Exceptional Montessori Education and Nurturing Environment Little Earth Montessori Panmure provides an exceptional Montessori education and nurturing environment. Led by Centre Manager Sumathy Pushpakumar, the dedicated teachers, including Premi Gounder, Hazara Hussain, Summer Havea, and Thilini Wimalaratne, create an inspiring learning atmosphere. The school's structured approach to reading, writing, and specialized math materials promotes solid academic foundations. The multicultural environment embraces diversity, incorporating te reo Maori and celebrating cultural traditions. Outdoor adventures add hands-on experiences to enrich learning. As a parent, I highly recommend Little Earth Montessori Panmure for its holistic early childhood education, caring teachers, and inclusive atmosphere. It is the perfect place for children to grow, learn, and thrive.”

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Sanya Kapoor
June 2023

“Little Earth Montessori Panmure is a great centre with amazing teachers and exceptionally great resources for the children. From the moment I walked in, I could tell this is a special place. The staff is absolutely fantastic. I appreciate how attentive and responsive they are to each child's needs. I would highly highly recommend Little Earth to all the parents.”

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C Veikune
December 2022

“The team at Little Earth Montessori - Panmure is amazing! The teachers are warm, caring, and firm. I really love the environment and culture they've created for the children to learn. My child was extremely shy and they've been able to support my child and help grow her confidence. Highly recommend!”

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Contact Details

45 Ireland Road, Panmure, Auckland

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