Playcentre 20 Hours ECE

Papakura Playcentre

Papakura

Ages

0–5 years

Roll Size

21 children

Subsidies

20 Hours

Rating

5/5

About Papakura Playcentre

Papakura Playcentre is a playcentre in Papakura, with children currently enrolled aged 0–5 years. It’s well suited for families who want a parent-led, community-based early learning model where adults actively participate in their child’s education. This centre offers 20 Hours ECE funding.

About Playcentre

Playcentres are parent-led early childhood services where families work alongside trained educators to support children’s learning through play, offering a warm, community-driven environment. These centres cater to parents who want to be actively involved in their child’s early education, enjoying a supportive, cooperative model that values whānau participation and mixed-age play.

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

Community Profile

Roll & age distribution

Papakura Playcentre currently has a roll of 21 children tamariki , with most children enrolled in the 0–5 years age band.

Ethnicity profile

European tamariki are the largest group (43% 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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Nicola Posthuma

May 2024

“We love Papakura Playcentre! We have attended for the last 2 years and have loved meeting other families in the area. My kiddies especially love the sandpit and outdoor areas.”

Eva Rehu

September 2023

“My son has the best time at Papakura Playcentre - definitely the highlight of his week! Warm and friendly with something new to experience every session. Highly recommend checking it out :)”

Anika Kerehoma

August 2019

“Loved our visit here. My husband came in with our son and was welcomed by all the other parents. A very friendly place and my son had a great time! Will definitely look at joining”

Debbie-lee Hamilton

July 2019

“Best place for children an parents”

Rosemary Cox

April 2019

“Fun place for kids 0-5”