Education & Care Service 20 Hours ECE

Little Poppy's Preschool

Stanmore Bay
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Ages
0–5 years
Roll Size
61 children
Subsidies
20 Hours
Rating
5/5

About Little Poppy's Preschool

Little Poppy's Preschool is a education & care service in Stanmore Bay, 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 Little Poppy's Preschool, it is best to ask the centre directly how they apply 20 Hours ECE.

Community Profile

Roll & age distribution

Little Poppy's Preschool currently has a roll of 61 children tamariki , with most children enrolled in the 0–5 years age band.

Ethnicity profile

European tamariki are the largest group (64% of the roll), alongside māori, pacific, asian 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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Deidré Pruis
September 2025

“Little Poppy’s has such an amazing school community! From the moment you walk in, you are always greeted with a warm welcome by the teachers, the manager, and even the owner — everyone is incredibly friendly and approachable. The kaiako are so loving and caring, and it really shows in the way they nurture the children. My boy absolutely loves coming here and is so happy to go to school every single day! As a mum, it gives me such peace of mind knowing he is surrounded by such a supportive, kind, and welcoming environment. We feel truly blessed to be part of the Little Poppy’s whānau 💛”

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Natasha Thomas-McKenzie
September 2025

“My two children both love being at Little Poppys Preschool. My older child is now at school and my youngest one is still there. The teachers are beautiful, kind, caring and knowledgeable people. I know that my child is always looked after with care, kindness and respect. I also love all the fun and interesting learning experiences that they plan and implement for the children. It has been such a special place for my children to grow and learn.”

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Mairead Sutton
August 2025

“We are having such a great experience with this daycare. From the very first meeting over a year ago now, we were instantly sold on Little Poppys. The teachers are absolutely lovely—so caring and genuinely invested in the children. It’s clear they create a nurturing environment where kids feel happy and safe, and our little girl is really blossoming here. The daycare also puts in lots of effort into planning a wide variety of activities, keeping the children engaged, learning, and having fun every day. The ladies in charge - Tracey and Jess - have always been so accommodating, approachable and helpful in every interaction we have with them. We are so grateful to have found a place where our daughter is so well cared for and truly thriving - highly recommend!!”

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Abbey Tulafono
August 2025

“After visiting a few centres on the coast, we were instantly sold on Little Poppies the moment we walked in and met their friendly, welcoming team of teachers. Our two boys have been attending since they were just over one years old, and they are thriving! The teachers genuinely care about each child and create such a fun, nurturing, and engaging environment. They are also incredibly supportive to us as parents, always taking the time to listen and celebrate milestones alongside us. We’ve seen our boys grow in confidence, independence, and social skills, and they are always excited to go each day. We couldn’t be happier with the love shown by everyone at Little Poppies – it truly feels like a second home for our children and family. 🩷”

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Laura Hay
July 2025

“I have had my two boys through Little Poppy's and they have had the best time there. They have a large outdoor area which is perfect for my busy boys. The teachers are very nurturing and always plan for exciting and fun experiences for the children. My children also rave about the meals, which as a parent, is comforting knowing that they are well fed. I highly recommend Little Poppy's Preschool to anyone wanting a homely, safe and fun environment for your precious little ones.”

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Contact Details

3 Poplar Road, Stanmore Bay

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