Merryland Childcare Centre
About Merryland Childcare Centre
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 Merryland Childcare Centre, it is best to ask the centre directly how they apply 20 Hours ECE.
Community Profile
Roll & age distribution
Merryland Childcare Centre currently has a roll of 42 children tamariki , with most children enrolled in the 0–5 years age band.
Ethnicity profile
European tamariki are the largest group (38% 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
“The best childcare center I’ve ever seen — the teachers genuinely play with the kids and help them grow. The staff are amazing: professional, caring, and truly dedicated. Absolutely recommend!”
“We are very happy with this daycare. The teachers are caring, attentive, and genuinely look after each child. Our baby adapted very well and always comes home happy. The environment is safe, clean, and you can really see the dedication and patience in everything they do. They always keep us updated about his activities, and every time we go to pick him up, he doesn’t want to leave 😄. We highly recommend it!”
“I am very happy with Merryland Childcare. My boy had a good experience there. He enjoyed the activities and made new friends. The teachers are very kind and helpful. They made him feel welcome and comfortable. The study environment was stimulating and fun. The childcare was also clean and safe. I would recommend Merryland Childcare to anyone looking for a quality childcare service.”
“We have had an incredible experience with Merryland. The staff is not only professional and experienced, but also warm, caring, and attentive to the needs of each child. They create a nurturing and stimulating environment that has helped my daughter thrive both academically and socially. The facilities are impressive and well-maintained, providing a safe and inviting space for the children to learn and play. We truly appreciate the dedication and passion of the educators at Merryland Kindergarten, and we couldn't be happier with our decision enrolling our daughter there. It is a wonderful place filled with love, care, and learning, and we highly recommend it to any parent seeking a quality kindergarten experience for their child.”
“My daughter attended Merryland for just over two years before leaving for school. The best part about the centre is the teachers who are caring and very respectful of the kids. They are always looking for new ways to stimulate them and celebrate the cultural diversity within the community. The centre is purpose built with lots of opportunities for play based learning inside and out. Merryland provide all the meals which are healthy and an effective way to get more vegetables into them. I always felt safe leaving my daughter at Merryland.”
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