Cost of daycare in Eden Terrace
2 licensed centres in Eden Terrace, Auckland — modelled weekly fees by age band, with 20 Hours ECE (0% of centres participate) and FamilyBoost net pricing.
Modelled weekly cost in Eden Terrace, 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 Eden Terrace |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education & Care | $360 | $280 | $65 | $48.75 | 2 |
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 Eden Terrace
NZ families can stack three forms of government support — all available at every centre in Eden Terrace.
For 3-5 year olds at participating centres. Up to 20 hours/week funded directly to the centre. 0 of 2 centres in Eden Terrace 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 2 centres in Eden Terrace
Listed by service type. 20-Hrs pill indicates participation in 20 Hours ECE.
Education & Care (2)
BestStart Newton
ERO assessed BestStart Newton as Not well placed in May 2020. Our analysis of the ERO report found strengths in whānau partnership, bicultural practice, and leadership and governance (all grade A), while curriculum and learning was graded B, with assessment and planning noted as developing.
Lollipops Eden Terrace
ERO assessed Lollipops Eden Terrace as Not well placed in its 2019 review. Our analysis of the ERO report found the service achieved a Grade A for Children's wellbeing, with a strong supportive environment and effective strategies for emotional wellbeing and transitions. Curriculum and learning was graded B, with assessment processes improving though planning could be more specific for extending learning.
Frequently asked about daycare costs in Eden Terrace
- How much does daycare cost in Eden Terrace?
- Daycare costs in Eden Terrace 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 2 centres in Eden Terrace, 0 (0%) participate in 20 Hours ECE.
- Which centres in Eden Terrace offer 20 Hours ECE?
- 0 of 2 centres in Eden Terrace 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 Eden Terrace?
- 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 2 centres in Eden Terrace). Phases out from household income $140k to $180k. Claim quarterly via IRD myIR.
- What's the cheapest daycare option in Eden Terrace?
- 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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Per-centre review reports + 6-dimension letter grades (curriculum / wellbeing / whānau / bicultural / health & safety / leadership)
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