Nature Preschool New Zealand
About Nature Preschool New Zealand
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 Nature Preschool New Zealand, it is best to ask the centre directly how they apply 20 Hours ECE.
Community Profile
Roll & age distribution
Nature Preschool New Zealand currently has a roll of 27 children tamariki , with most children enrolled in the 1–5 years age band.
Ethnicity profile
European tamariki are the largest group (70% 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
“Our daughter has thrived at Nature Preschool under the care and teaching of Kim and the staff. Highlights for us are the extensive outside area and regular nature walks for the children. We have seen our daughter's creativity blossom in this space!”
“Our son attended Nature Preschool for two years, and we couldn't have asked for a better experience. Kim and the entire team are absolutely fantastic—caring, patient, and truly dedicated to creating a nurturing environment for every child. As parents of a child with a disability, we were especially grateful for the extra care and consideration they provided. They took the time to understand his needs, made thoughtful accommodations, and always ensured he was included and supported. It meant the world to us to see him thrive, make friends, and genuinely love his time at preschool. Nature Preschool fosters a warm, inclusive, and engaging atmosphere where kids can explore, learn, and grow. We highly recommend them to any parent looking for a place where their child will be valued and supported every step of the way. Thank you, Kim and team, for everything! 🌿💛”
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