Education & Care Service 20 Hours ECE

New Shoots Children's Centre - Sandhurst

Tauranga, Papamoa
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Ages
0–5 years
Roll Size
93 children
Subsidies
20 Hours
Rating
5/5

About New Shoots Children's Centre - Sandhurst

New Shoots Children's Centre - Sandhurst is a education & care service in Papamoa, Tauranga, 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 - Sandhurst, it is best to ask the centre directly how they apply 20 Hours ECE.

Community Profile

Roll & age distribution

New Shoots Children's Centre - Sandhurst currently has a roll of 93 children tamariki , with most children enrolled in the 0–5 years age band.

Ethnicity profile

European tamariki are the largest group (74% 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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Sim Flanagan
June 2025

“New shoots Sandhurst is simply the best . As a kaiako that has worked there for 5+ years and have had my own children through the centre during their learning journeys . I would not want them anywhere else. Not only do they get amazing kai everyday they also get to spend their day with kaiako that teach from the heart and full of passion and are always providing great opportunities for learning for the tamariki.My youngest daughter absolutely loves her kaiako and the space they provide.”

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David McMeeken
May 2024

“We were recommended New Shoots through family friends whose kids attend the Matamata franchise. New Shoots Papamoa, did not disappoint and exceeded our expectations. From the moment you walk in through the door, the smell of delicious home cooked meals greet you! From front of house to each classroom, all of the staff make you feel welcomed and that our kids will be well catered for. Our kids have had the opportunity to experience New Shoots from the Pipi to the Paua room; now entering their second year at New Shoots it is amazing to see them both demonstrate with confidence their learnings from New Shoots. The staff are incredible and our two feel at home surrounded with their peers. Thank you!”

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Sarah Schilt
May 2024

“What a fantastic centre! I could not recommend New Shoots Sandhurst more. The friendly, kind, caring and energetic team make such a warm and inviting place for our kids to learn and enjoy themselves. The entire team are super accommodating and adaptable! The large outdoor space is great for the kids to explore and get grubby everyday, we love it!”

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Micha Palmer
May 2024

“New Shoots welcomed my son into their centre after our move to Papamoa at the end of last year, and he loves it. Currently in Taniwha, he loves his teachers, talking about them all the time, and has built solid relationships with them as well as his peers. My daughter will also be joining New Shoots this year, and I feel at ease that she will be well cared for and thrive just like him. I also love that the outdoor area is one big space so my daughter and son will be able to see each other during the day 😌. Shout out to the admin team, too, as everything is organised and well communicated.”

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Tracey Gibson
April 2024

“My experience with New Shoots Papamoa has been fantastic. My eldest daughter is thriving and loves her days here. My son is starting this week! The team really care about the kids and whanau.”

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Contact Details

520 Gloucester Road, Papamoa, Tauranga

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