Lots of Hugs Childcare 2
About Lots of Hugs Childcare 2
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 Lots of Hugs Childcare 2, it is best to ask the centre directly how they apply 20 Hours ECE.
Community Profile
Roll & age distribution
Lots of Hugs Childcare 2 currently has a roll of 44 children tamariki , with most children enrolled in the 1–5 years age band.
Ethnicity profile
European tamariki are the largest group (50% 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
“I did like a teacher and the manager. However I felt like it was a manic circus putting my child into Lots of Hugs. It was smelly, dirty and messy and never understood using hand towels over paper towels. Seeing children using the used hand towels imposing a hygiene risk. Seeing some children look traumatised was a sad thing to see. It felt like they were treated as a number rather than a child with big aspirations. My tamaiti was losing confidence in themselves and would come home rather upset. I felt like I failed them putting them into Lots of Hugs. However I have heard things have gone better for them and things have changed for Lots of Hugs but it's already too late. My child is now thriving in her new daycare.”
“Rachel and the team are awesome they have made my little ones adjustment super easy. This kindy provides a homely environment and my daughter absolutely loves attending every day 😊”
“Our child loves going to daycare here, the staff are amazing and have gone above and beyond to help our son with his speech, learning and behavioral issues. I highly recommend Lots of hugs.”
“We absolutely love LOH2. The teachers are all so welcoming and lovely. Our boys are obsessed with going to daycare each day and are constantly asking to go. Teachers go out of their way to ensure your children are welcomed and settled. They update you if anything happens & are fantastic with communication. The centre brings a very loving homely vibe. My 4 year old has absolutely thrived since starting. He’s now a confident, outgoing child who doesn’t stop talking. We love the staff at LOH2 🥰”
“From the moment I first entered Lots of Hugs to enquire about enrolling my two children I knew it was the perfect place for them. The vibe from all teachers is warm and caring, I am always kept well informed of the going on's and my kids LOVE it! My son is starting school next term and his soon to be teacher commented on how advanced he is for his age; I put this down to the excellent teaching at daycare which ensures each child is well ready for school. The teachers themselves have always gone over and beyond for our family, they have actually become family”
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