Magic Sparks Kāpiti Ltd
About Magic Sparks Kāpiti Ltd
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 Magic Sparks Kāpiti Ltd, it is best to ask the centre directly how they apply 20 Hours ECE.
Community Profile
Roll & age distribution
Magic Sparks Kāpiti Ltd currently has a roll of 67 children tamariki , with most children enrolled in the 0–5 years age band.
Ethnicity profile
European tamariki are the largest group (63% 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
“Cannot recommend Magic Sparks Kapiti enough. My girl started there when she was 6 months old and absolutely loves it. The teachers are so kind, caring and supportive. My girl always comes home happy and messy, the signs of a great day.”
“My son attends Magic Sparks in the nursery, he is absolutely thriving there. The teachers are so friendly and always keep us in the loop with our sons day and routines. The environment is big and inviting both indoors and outdoors are always set up with fun activities for them to explore. Thanks team for creating such a lovely space for our children to grow and learn”
“Magic Sparks is wonderful. They take such great care of my daughter and I always feel completely at ease dropping her off. The staff are so warm, friendly, and attentive. My daughter is always excited to go in the mornings and she talks about her friends and the teachers with so much love and enthusiasm. It's such a fun, safe and nurturing environment.”
“A Truly Special Place Magic Sparks Daycare Magic Sparks has been an absolute blessing for our family. From the moment we walked in, we felt welcomed, supported, and genuinely cared for. The staff are not only professional and attentive, but also kind-hearted and nurturing exactly the kind of people you want looking after your child. My son absolutely loves his time there. Every day he comes home with new words, songs, and stories, and it’s clear he’s growing socially, emotionally, and intellectually thanks to the thoughtful care and engaging activities provided. The environment is warm, safe, and beautifully set up for learning through play. What I appreciate most is the open communication from the team I always feel in the loop and reassured that my son is in the best hands. Magic Sparks truly lives up to its name it’s a place full of magic, joy, and the spark of learning. Highly recommend to any parent looking for a daycare where their child will thrive. -Amber mother of son 15months whose been with magic sparks for last year”
“My Family has been part of the Magic Sparks family for over 5 years continuously with 1 daughter a graduate and 1 still attending. It has the perfect balance of indoor and outdoor play areas, special cultural or themed days throughout the year and is just an all round great centre. I felt so supported with my transition back to work when my youngest started at the centre and both mine and my daughters needs were well accommodated.”
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