Education & Care Service 20 Hours ECE

Lollipops Birkenhead

Auckland, Birkenhead
4.7|
Ages
0–5 years
Roll Size
50 children
Subsidies
20 Hours
Rating
4.7/5

About Lollipops Birkenhead

Lollipops Birkenhead is a education & care service in Birkenhead, Auckland, 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 Lollipops Birkenhead, it is best to ask the centre directly how they apply 20 Hours ECE.

Community Profile

Roll & age distribution

Lollipops Birkenhead currently has a roll of 50 children tamariki , with most children enrolled in the 0–5 years age band.

Ethnicity profile

European tamariki are the largest group (53% 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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Crystal Peti
October 2025

“My daughter has been here since she was 1 year and 8 months young. She is now 4 years old. Couldn't ask for a better Kindy. The staff are amazing, never had an issue, trust them as they care for each child as their own. My daughter has improved so much since attending this wonderful play centre. I can't thank them enough for their hard work and efforts. The centre itself is very clean. The kai is nutritional and yummy. Learning and having fun this is the best place to have your children I recommend them 100%”

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bea allyson Bianes
April 2025

“We are so incredibly happy with the care our son has received at this daycare. The teachers are amazing—caring, loving, and truly dedicated to his growth and well-being. We’ve watched him thrive under their guidance, and we’re especially grateful for the strong relationships he’s built with his teachers and friends. It’s clear that they create a nurturing and supportive environment where he feels safe and loved. We couldn’t be more pleased with his progress and highly recommend this centre to any parent looking for a wonderful place for their child to grow.”

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Rachitha Prasad
April 2025

“I was a bit worried about moving my sensitive 1-year-old to a new daycare after she didn't settle at the last one. But Lollipops Birkenhead has been amazing for both of us! The staff are super understanding and gentle, which has really helped her feel safe and happy there. The teachers are so patient and take the time to calm her down when she's feeling overwhelmed. Plus, she gets to do all sorts of fun and educational activities, even at her young age. I love the regular photo updates, too! I'm really grateful for the caring environment at Lollipops Birkenhead. It's been a great choice for my little one, and I appreciate how much the staff care about making sure every child feels loved and supported. I'd definitely recommend it!”

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Nicole Ralston
April 2023

“This centre is incredible. I have dealt with 4 centres during my parenting life and I am just so impressed with this centre time after time. The teachers and centre manager are incredible, we get so many updates during the day I can't even keep up while I am at work. They are so happy to help families and go the extra mile. I adore this centre.”

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Pame Lara
June 2019

“I want to recommend Lollipops Birkenhead as a very wonderful center where to enrol your children. They are a great team, and in my experience they really do things with love. I have felt really special as mother, and I can see that my son feels loved and happy there. I was really thrilled especially when they celebrated my son's birthday, they prepared even a cake! And one really important thing: they always listen and accept suggestions to improve, because they do care. I love them 💖 and thank them for taking a good care of my son, for teaching him so many amazing things and for doing all they do with care and love.”

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Contact Details

71 Roseberry Avenue, Birkenhead, Auckland

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