Cost of daycare in Grey Lynn
10 licensed centres in Grey Lynn, Auckland — modelled weekly fees by age band, with 20 Hours ECE (0% of centres participate) and FamilyBoost net pricing.
Modelled weekly cost in Grey Lynn, 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 Grey Lynn |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education & Care | $360 | $280 | $65 | $48.75 | 9 |
| Kindergarten | — | $180 | $0 | $0 | 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 Grey Lynn
NZ families can stack three forms of government support — all available at every centre in Grey Lynn.
For 3-5 year olds at participating centres. Up to 20 hours/week funded directly to the centre. 0 of 10 centres in Grey Lynn 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 10 centres in Grey Lynn
Listed by service type. 20-Hrs pill indicates participation in 20 Hours ECE.
Education & Care (9)
Mata'aga A'oga Amata
Mata'aga A'oga Amata is an education and care service in Grey Lynn with 22 children on roll. Our analysis of the ERO report from September 2024 found the service demonstrates bicultural practice with Te Tiriti principles embedded in the curriculum. However, significant concerns were identified in health and safety (including critical non-compliances in emergency planning, excursions, medication records, and police vetting) and leadership and governance (with systemic failures noted across three consecutive reviews).
BestStart Grey Lynn
ERO assessed BestStart Grey Lynn as Not well placed in April 2017. Our analysis of the ERO report found strengths in curriculum alignment, children's wellbeing, whānau partnership, health and safety, and leadership (all grade B), with bicultural practice identified as a developing area (grade C).
Christopher Robin Childcare
Christopher Robin Childcare is an education and care service in Grey Lynn with 26 children on roll. Our analysis of the ERO report identifies strengths in curriculum and learning (B grade) and whānau partnership (B grade), with Te Whāriki visible in practice. Leadership and governance (C grade) is an area requiring further development, particularly in internal evaluation and monitoring of impact.
Kindercare Learning Centres - Grey Lynn
ERO assessed this service as Not well placed in its 2018 review. Our analysis of the ERO report found the curriculum and learning dimension graded B, with developing Te Whāriki implementation identified as a next step, and leadership and governance also graded B with internal evaluation occurring and effective organisational support systems noted.
Lollipops Grey Lynn
ERO assessed Lollipops Grey Lynn as Not well placed in 2017. Our analysis of the ERO report identified strengths in children's wellbeing, whānau partnership, and health and safety (all grade B), but identified areas requiring development in curriculum and learning, bicultural practice, and leadership and governance (all grade C).
Ponsonby Montessori Kindergarten
Our analysis of the ERO report from September 2023 found the service achieved grade B across all six dimensions: curriculum and learning, children's wellbeing, whānau partnership, bicultural practice, health and safety, and leadership and governance. The service demonstrates strong emotional support for children, good family collaboration, and integrated te reo and tikanga, though the report notes assessment practices could benefit from deeper cultural reflection.
Grey Lynn Montessori by Busy Bees
ERO assessed Grey Lynn Montessori by Busy Bees as Not well placed in its 2016 review. Our analysis of the ERO report identified strengths in curriculum and learning, children's wellbeing, whānau partnership, and leadership and governance. Bicultural practice was graded as good with scope for deeper integration.
The Toy Maker's Cottage Preschool
The Toy Maker's Cottage Preschool is an education and care service in Grey Lynn for 35 children. Our analysis of the ERO report identified non-compliances in health and safety that have been addressed, though ongoing monitoring of regulatory standards is needed.
Ponsonby Montessori Kindergarten II
Frequently asked about daycare costs in Grey Lynn
- How much does daycare cost in Grey Lynn?
- Daycare costs in Grey Lynn 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 10 centres in Grey Lynn, 0 (0%) participate in 20 Hours ECE.
- Which centres in Grey Lynn offer 20 Hours ECE?
- 0 of 10 centres in Grey Lynn 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 Grey Lynn?
- 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 10 centres in Grey Lynn). Phases out from household income $140k to $180k. Claim quarterly via IRD myIR.
- What's the cheapest daycare option in Grey Lynn?
- 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
Annual financial returns (community-based + umbrella orgs)
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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