Welly Explorers
About Welly Explorers
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 Welly Explorers, it is best to ask the centre directly how they apply 20 Hours ECE.
Community Profile
Roll & age distribution
Welly Explorers currently has a roll of 60 children tamariki , with most children enrolled in the Unknown age band.
Roll and demographic figures are based on data supplied by the Ministry of Education
Parent Reviews
“We couldn’t be happier with our experience at Welly’s. From the very first day, the teachers have shown such genuine care, warmth, and enthusiasm. It’s clear they understand early childhood development and make learning fun, engaging, and meaningful. Our daughter has grown in confidence, made great friends, and comes home excited to share what she’s learned and/or her crafts/art work. The environment is nurturing, safe, and full of creativity. Thank you to Vanessa and the wonderful team at Welly’s for creating such a special place for our child!”
“We feel so lucky to have found this incredible place for our daughter, she absolutely loves it here! The teachers are truly amazing; they are warm, caring, and clearly pour so much love into everything they do. The centre itself is beautiful, filled with a huge range thoughtfully chosen resources for inside and outside play, that inspire learning, creativity, and play. They’ve done a wonderful job nurturing my daughter’s passion for art — she comes home beaming with excitement about her creations. She’s built strong, trusting relationships with every teacher, and it’s so clear how much they genuinely care for the children. I appreciate how they celebrate each child’s individuality and all the different cultures and special days throughout the year. It creates such a joyful and inclusive atmosphere. The excursions they go on are a fantastic addition, giving the kids great experiences outside the classroom. And the food — my daughter raves about it! It’s such a lovely feeling knowing she’s so well cared for in every way. We’re so grateful to be part of this beautiful community, thank you for all that you do!”
“Highly recommend Wellys!! Both my children attended/Attends here and they absolutely love it! Teachers/Kaiakos are so supportive of our children and Help them reach their goals you have set for your children. They will make sure your child has fun, Eats well and mostly learn! Wellys is an amazing Childcare and I wouldn't recommend anywhere else but Wellys ☺️”
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