Pukeko Preschool Mangere East
About Pukeko Preschool Mangere East
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 Pukeko Preschool Mangere East, it is best to ask the centre directly how they apply 20 Hours ECE.
Community Profile
Roll & age distribution
Pukeko Preschool Mangere East currently has a roll of 40 children tamariki , with most children enrolled in the 0–5 years age band.
Ethnicity profile
Pacific tamariki are the largest group (53% of the roll), alongside european, māori, 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
“The staff are very lovely, open-hearted and happy bubbly people. It is very easy to communicate with them. They take so much pride in their job teaching our babies but mostly showing love to our tamariki's. You may judge it's look from the outside, thinking it's not a place for your child because it's not modern looking like other daycare centres, but i can definitely assure you it is just perfect as it is. Its safe, its fun for our kids and its just like you've never left home. What I love most about this preschool is that there are no judgements at all. If you are a parent who feels like your child may be judge for whatever reasons, Pukeko Preschool Mangere East is the place to be. As a mama who has an autistic boy, you could understand the feelings and anxiety when finding a daycare who would accept your child. But In saying this, I am happy with my decision in bringing him here to pukeko preschool, im also happy that my son is happy in this environment.”
“I love this daycare center ! From my sister, to my niece and now my daughter, each experience better than the last ! My daughter who is a very active, energetic and often times easily distracted child, is constantly learning new things and retaining so much information since starting here. They have a great daily routine that helps us keep her on schedule. Their indoor as well as outdoor setup is amazing, mostly handmade and crafted out of recycled goods. Last but not least the phenomenal teachers that make up this school ! They are incredibly welcoming, friendly and caring ! My daughter is safe, so loved and has absolutely flourished since being here ! I would highly recommend this location to anyone !”
“Pukeko preschool Mangere East has been an absolute delight for my daughter. The teachers are all very welcoming and caring which made me feel at ease with leaving my daughter in their care. They were all very helpful with settling my daughter in to preschool. The kids engage in many fun activities in which they learn a lot from. I highly recommend Pukeko Preschool Mangere East!”
“We are very happy with the care that Pukeko Preschool Mangere East provides. Our son loves going there each day and has made a lot of new friends. It is obvious to us that he feels safe and stimulated. He is very active and they keep him busy throughout the day in their amazing outdoor space. I highly recommend this preschool!”
“The teachers at Pukeko Preschool Mangere East are the best! They are so lovely, caring and friendly. I feel at ease leaving my daughter in their care as I know she is well looked after. It has a really lovely feel to it as soon as you walk in, it's very family friendly and open so the teachers have full visibility of all of the children, all the time. It's a great learning environment and there are so many fun activities and things for your children to do. It also has an awesome outdoor area! But I think what really makes this a great preschool is the teachers, every single one of them has had a helping hand in settling my daughter as she transitions into her first preschool. They are always so positive and happy and really want the best for your child/children. I highly recommend Pukeko Preschool Mangere East to anyone looking for an excellent preschool for their children.”
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