Education & Care Service 20 Hours ECE

New Shoots Children's Centre - Ramarama

Ramarama
5|
Ages
0–5 years
Roll Size
96 children
Subsidies
20 Hours
Rating
5/5

About New Shoots Children's Centre - Ramarama

New Shoots Children's Centre - Ramarama is a education & care service in Ramarama, with children currently enrolled aged 0–5 years. It’s well suited for families needing flexible full-day or part-day childcare with a balanced, mainstream early learning programme. This centre offers 20 Hours ECE funding.

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 - Ramarama, it is best to ask the centre directly how they apply 20 Hours ECE.

Community Profile

Roll & age distribution

New Shoots Children's Centre - Ramarama currently has a roll of 96 children tamariki , with most children enrolled in the 0–5 years age band.

Ethnicity profile

European tamariki are the largest group (61% 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

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Leasha J
March 2025

“I would highly recommend New Shoots Ramarama to all parents and caregivers!! This day care is not only filled with safe, fun activities for young ages up. The staff there genuinely care for each child's individual needs. Helping achieve many goals and sharing progress along the way. Communicating superstars, always friendly and professional. They are exceptional and we are so so lucky to have them in the community 💖”

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Alyssa Garratt
July 2023

“We couldn't be happier with New Shoots Ramarama as a childcare centre for our daughter. The kaiako are so warm and loving and take the time to tell us about our daughter's experiences and preferences. We love seeing her learning stories and photos from her days. The rooms and resources are beautiful and the center has such a calm and nurturing vibe. Clare, the Center Director has been incredibly supportive of our family, frequently going above and beyond to support us with nutrition and other needs. The menu is fantastic and we love that we can continue to use our reuseable nappies and that the center has strong values around sustainability. We always feel like our feedback is heard and appreciated and we love being a part of this beautiful community. Thank you to all the lovely staff at New Shoots for creating such a wonderful environment for the little person we love most in the whole world.”

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Aaron and Sheridan Wrightson
April 2023

“Absolutely love New Shoots Ramarama. The teachers are amazing and make an effort to know every child on site along with parents. The facilities are great for all children to learn, grow and explore. I was so nervous about being away from my son but the teachers at New Shoots are so transparent about how Asher is going it makes leaving him so much easier. Can’t recommend New Shoots Ramarama enough! Thank you team! You’re the best! 🤍”

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Katarina Mokaraka
April 2023

“I rate this place as a 5 star and will recommend them to everyone I know. My twin girls were two of the very first babies here starting off in the infants room when Ramarama New Shoots opened its doors. From our visits at 5months old to starting full time at 6months I have never been to a daycare where the transition was so easy! The staff here have been amazing to my babies and myself right from the day we stood foot in the doors. Beautiful bunch of ladies who made my babies feel so at home. Communication has been so open at all times and my children's needs are always met. I cant thank these ladies enough for the hard work they do on a day to day basis with my girls. They are always happy when i pick them up. Thanks Ramarama New Shoots staff for providing such a beautiful safe place for my girls. You all are amazing, great work Clare!!”

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Sonia Mehana
November 2022

“Ramarama New Shoots is an amazing daycare. We are onto Baby number 3 now so we’ve definitely had experience with childcare. New Shoots is beautiful with so many resources. Our baby has flourished so quickly. My son is always so happy to see his kaiako and Lynn and Claire are always so welcoming. They keep us up to date on Milestones and Goals and we are regularly updated via Storypark and in his daily book. Highly recommend!”

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Contact Details

10 Talus Drive, Ramarama

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