Cost of daycare in Chartwell
21 licensed centres in Chartwell, Waikato — modelled weekly fees by age band, with 20 Hours ECE (0% of centres participate) and FamilyBoost net pricing.
Modelled weekly cost in Chartwell, by service type + age band
Per the OECE 2026 NZ funding rates. Net column shows out-of-pocket after FamilyBoost rebate (25% capped at $75/week).
| Service type | Under 2 | 2-3 yrs | 3-5 yrs (w/ 20 Hrs) | 3-5 yrs (net w/ FB) | In Chartwell |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Home-based | $320 | $260 | $80 | $60 | 12 |
| Education & Care | $360 | $280 | $65 | $48.75 | 6 |
| Kindergarten | — | $180 | $0 | $0 | 2 |
| Te Kōhanga Reo | $200 | $150 | $30 | $22.5 | 1 |
Modelled weekly cost assumes 25 hours/week of care. Real fees vary by centre, family circumstance, and term — confirm with each centre directly. Per-centre fee scraping is a Phase B item; this page shows national medians until live per-centre fees are ingested.
How to reduce your weekly cost in Chartwell
NZ families can stack three forms of government support — all available at every centre in Chartwell.
For 3-5 year olds at participating centres. Up to 20 hours/week funded directly to the centre. 0 of 21 centres in Chartwell participate.
Means-tested. From MSD. Hourly subsidy based on household income, hours of work or study, and number of children. Apply via Work and Income.
25% rebate on weekly fees, capped at $75/week per family. From IRD. Phases out from household income $140k to $180k. Claim quarterly via myIR.
All 21 centres in Chartwell
Listed by service type. 20-Hrs pill indicates participation in 20 Hours ECE.
Home-based (12)
Nurtured at Home - Taranaki 2
ERO assessed this home-based service as not well placed in its 2019 review. Our analysis of the ERO report identified B grades across curriculum and learning, children's wellbeing, whānau partnership, bicultural practice, health and safety, and leadership and governance, with notes that assessment practices and internal evaluation require further development.
Nurtured at Home Waikato 2
ERO assessed this home-based service as Not well placed in April 2018. Our analysis of the ERO report identified strengths in children's wellbeing, health and safety, and leadership, but found that curriculum planning and assessment need strengthening, and bicultural practice implementation requires further development.
Nurtured at Home - Wellington 6
ERO assessed this home-based service as Not well placed in February 2021. Our analysis of the ERO report found sound performance across curriculum and learning, children's wellbeing, whānau partnership, and health and safety, with all dimensions graded B.
Nurtured At Home (Gisborne) 1
ERO assessed this home-based service as Not well placed in its 2018 review. Our analysis of the ERO report found Curriculum & learning graded as B, noting sound professional knowledge and recording practices with some educators responding well to children's interests.
Nurtured at Home Waikato 1
ERO assessed this home-based service as Not well placed in April 2018. Our analysis of the ERO report identified strengths in health and safety practices, while curriculum planning, whānau partnership, and bicultural practice all require further development and intentionality.
Nurtured at Home Waikato 5
ERO assessed this home-based service as Not well placed in its 2018 review. Our analysis of the ERO report identified sound practices in curriculum and learning, children's wellbeing, and health and safety, but noted bicultural practice as an area for development.
Nurtured at Home Waikato 3
Nurtured at Home Waikato 3 is a home-based service in Chartwell. Our analysis of the ERO report from May 2021 found B grades across whānau partnership, bicultural practice, health and safety, and leadership and governance.
Nurtured at Home Waikato 4
Nurtured at Home Waikato 4 is a home-based service in Chartwell with a current roll of 80 children. Our analysis of the ERO report (May 2021) shows B grades across whānau partnership, bicultural practice, and leadership & governance, indicating the service actively respects whānau aspirations, supports children's cultural identity, and demonstrates sound leadership aligned with its philosophy.
Nurtured at Home - Wellington 2
ERO assessed this home-based service as Not well placed in March 2020. Our analysis of the ERO report identified strengths in curriculum and learning (B grade) and whānau partnership (B grade), while bicultural practice (C grade) was identified as an area still developing.
Nurtured at Home - Wellington 3
This home-based service operates with a current roll of 80 children. Our analysis of the ERO report from May 2021 indicates a B grade for health and safety, reflecting regular monitoring of requirements and compliance with regulatory standards.
Nurtured at Home - Wellington 4
Nurtured at Home - Wellington 5
Education & Care (6)
BestStart Puketaha Road
ERO assessed BestStart Puketaha Road as Not well placed in its 2020 review. Our analysis of the ERO report identified strengths in children's wellbeing, whānau partnership, and leadership, with B grades across these areas. Areas for development include bicultural practice (C grade) and curriculum consistency.
Kindy Bubz
Kindy Bubz is an education and care service in Chartwell with 25 children on roll. Our analysis of the ERO report from February 2022 found B grades across all dimensions: play-based Te Whāriki implementation is evident, whānau partnerships are learning-focused, health and safety systems are compliant, and leadership shows strong collaboration though strategic direction is still developing.
Kindy Totz
Montessori House of Children - Hamilton
House of Wonder Chartwell by Busy Bees
ERO assessed this service as Not well placed in their 2018 review. Our analysis of the ERO report found the curriculum and learning dimension graded as B, indicating a balanced approach with intentional teaching, though with areas for development noted.
Growing Wings Early Learning Centre
Kindergarten (2)
Chartwell Kindergarten
ERO assessed the service as Not well placed in their 2017 review. Our analysis of the ERO report identified Children's wellbeing as a strength, with strong relationships and a positive inclusive culture for learning established.
Hukanui Kindergarten
ERO assessed the service as Not well placed in 2017. Our analysis of the ERO report identified whānau partnership as an area requiring development, with opportunities to formalise parent engagement. Bicultural practice was graded as competent, with te reo and tikanga naturally integrated.
Frequently asked about daycare costs in Chartwell
- How much does daycare cost in Chartwell?
- Daycare costs in Chartwell vary by service type and the age of your child. Modelled national medians: education & care centres charge around $320-$360/week for under-2s and $0-$65/week for 2-5 year olds depending on 20 Hours ECE participation. Free Kindergartens charge little or nothing for 3-5 year olds due to 20 Hours funding. Of 21 centres in Chartwell, 0 (0%) participate in 20 Hours ECE.
- Which centres in Chartwell offer 20 Hours ECE?
- 0 of 21 centres in Chartwell participate in 20 Hours ECE, which subsidises up to 20 hours/week for 3-5 year olds. See the per-centre listing below for participation status.
- Can I get FamilyBoost for daycare in Chartwell?
- Yes. FamilyBoost is a 25% IRD rebate on weekly fees, capped at $75/week per family. Available at every licensed ECE service in NZ (including all 21 centres in Chartwell). Phases out from household income $140k to $180k. Claim quarterly via IRD myIR.
- What's the cheapest daycare option in Chartwell?
- In NZ, the lowest-cost ECE options are typically Free Kindergartens (3-5 year olds, ~$0/week with 20 Hours ECE) and Playcentres (parent-led, ~$20/week). For under-2s, all centre-based options charge fees — Childcare Subsidy from MSD plus FamilyBoost from IRD can substantially reduce out-of-pocket cost depending on household income.
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Service type, address, roll, ethnicity, Equity Index, 20 Hours, Takiwā, lat/lng
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Per-centre review reports + 6-dimension letter grades (curriculum / wellbeing / whānau / bicultural / health & safety / leadership)
Safety score, crime/1k, 2023 Census demographics
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