Penguins School of Early Learning 2
About Penguins School of Early Learning 2
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 Penguins School of Early Learning 2, it is best to ask the centre directly how they apply 20 Hours ECE.
Community Profile
Roll & age distribution
Penguins School of Early Learning 2 currently has a roll of 38 children tamariki , with most children enrolled in the 3–5 years age band.
Ethnicity profile
Asian tamariki are the largest group (83% of the roll), alongside european, māori, 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
“Best daycare in Auckland by far. Massive indoor and outdoor areas for each room and teachers who care for each individual child based on their specific needs. Highly recommended.”
“Incredible daycare. The teachers are so kind & nurturing. The outside play areas are very good sized and clean. They have a great selection of healthy/ hearty food and my son loves going.”
“A great centre that both of our girls have grown up in. Solid and supportive relationships built with teachers and other children, with plenty of opportunity for play and learning. An amazing team who we will miss when both have moved on to school.”
“It is a welcoming environment with many passionate, caring and outstanding teachers. Both of my children went to ACG Penguins in Howick. My older child is at primary now, and the school teacher has been informing us how well prepared he is before starting primary. I have to say this is credit from the teaching team at ACG Penguins (Howick). AND my children love the food there!!! Amazing nutrient menu that is different every day.”
“Our little girl has been at Penguins for nearly 3 years now and we have been so impressed with the professionalism, care and communication we have had over those years. The teachers are so passionate about what they do and we have really felt at ease with our little girl in their care. She always comes home with a big smile on her face talking about all the fun activities she did and the interactions she had during her day. The ladies who manage the day to day running and admin are so accomodating and approachable. Thank you Penguins for being a safe and happy place for our little girl!!”
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