New Shoots Children's Centre - Hamilton Central
About New Shoots Children's Centre - Hamilton Central
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 New Shoots Children's Centre - Hamilton Central, it is best to ask the centre directly how they apply 20 Hours ECE.
Community Profile
Roll & age distribution
New Shoots Children's Centre - Hamilton Central currently has a roll of 114 children tamariki , with most children enrolled in the 0–5 years age band.
Ethnicity profile
European tamariki are the largest group (67% 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
“We had such a wonderful experience at New Shoots Hamilton. The team is warm, friendly, and genuinely caring. From the very first day, we felt completely confident leaving our daughter in their care. The environment is safe, nurturing, and thoughtfully set up to support learning and play. We’re very grateful for the love and attention she received and would highly recommend this daycare to any family looking for a supportive and welcoming place for their child.”
“Our family loves New Shoots! They are our children's second family. Every interaction with a team member at NS leaves you knowing your child is in good hands and that they truly have people invested in their wellbeing. In fact, sometimes I'm convinced our children love their teachers more than us! When it comes to the day to day stuff, I am forever grateful that the New Shoots team look after my children as though they are their own and I never have to worry about how they're being looked after. Five stars always and we will be singing praises about New Shoots long after our journey finishes here that is for sure.”
“First of all the teachers are amazing, environment is friendly and welcoming. My children are very happy, they have great stories to share each day and have made great friends. I can't recommend enough. It is a lovely place for children to learn and play. Wonderful, kind, understanding, passionate, caring teachers and staff. Our family loves New Shoots!”
“New Shoots is the best kindergarten that we could choose. The place is beautiful, safe and full of toys, books and different activities to help the kids develop themselves. Each day, there is something new and my son loves enjoying some hours there with their friends. The model adopted by them gives more confidence and autonomy for the kids. The team is wonderful! Everyone is really kind, attentive and affectionate with children and family. We are totally satisfied with New Shoots.”
“New Shoots is a great daycare. My kids have allergies and this has never been an issue for the staff. My kids love going to daycare, always have a great day. The fact they have days off site is fantastic. My son loves Explorers. So good for them.”
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