Cost of daycare in Howick
19 licensed centres in Howick, Auckland — modelled weekly fees by age band, with 20 Hours ECE (0% of centres participate) and FamilyBoost net pricing.
Modelled weekly cost in Howick, 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 Howick |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education & Care | $360 | $280 | $65 | $48.75 | 13 |
| Kindergarten | — | $180 | $0 | $0 | 4 |
| Playcentre | $20 | $20 | $20 | $15 | 1 |
| Home-based | $320 | $260 | $80 | $60 | 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 Howick
NZ families can stack three forms of government support — all available at every centre in Howick.
For 3-5 year olds at participating centres. Up to 20 hours/week funded directly to the centre. 0 of 19 centres in Howick 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 19 centres in Howick
Listed by service type. 20-Hrs pill indicates participation in 20 Hours ECE.
Education & Care (13)
Kids Crafty Clubs Learning Centre
Kids Crafty Clubs Learning Centre is an education and care service in Howick with a current roll of 100 children. Our analysis of the ERO report from August 2022 identifies health and safety as a B-grade area, with non-compliances addressed after the review and regulatory standards being met, though monitoring is required.
The Childrens Corner Howick
The Childrens Corner Howick is an education and care service in Howick with a current roll of 34 children. Our analysis of the ERO report indicates the service demonstrates bicultural practice through integration of te reo and tikanga, with cultural learning opportunities provided.
St Andrews Chilton Kindergarten
St Andrews Chilton Kindergarten is an education and care service in Howick with a current roll of 35 children. Our analysis of the June 2022 ERO report found Sound grades across Curriculum & learning, Whānau partnership, and Health & safety, with noted strengths in play-based pedagogy, te ao Māori integration, and responsive whānau engagement.
Howick Baptist Church Kindergarten
Howick Baptist Church Kindergarten is an education and care service in Howick, Auckland, with a current roll of 50 children. Our analysis of the ERO report from June 2021 identifies children's wellbeing as a strength, with evidence of a strong sense of belonging, confident children, and positive social-emotional outcomes.
Howick KIDS Early Learning Centre
ERO assessed Howick KIDS Early Learning Centre as Not well placed in April 2020. Our analysis of the ERO report found strong performance in children's wellbeing, but identified areas for development in bicultural practice, whānau partnership communication, and health and safety procedures.
Uxbridge Early Learning Centre
Uxbridge Early Learning Centre is an education and care service in Howick with a current roll of 24 children. Our analysis of the ERO report indicates confident bicultural practice, with te reo Māori used regularly in routines and participation in karakia and waiata.
BestStart Howick
ERO assessed BestStart Howick as Not well placed in 2017. Our analysis of the ERO report found the service received B grades across curriculum and learning, children's wellbeing, whānau partnership, and leadership and governance, with observations noting sound practices in place alongside areas for development including strengthened assessment and enhanced infant provision responsiveness.
Small Steps ECE Centre
The Learning Ladder
The Learning Ladder is an education and care service in Howick with a roll of 50 children. Our analysis of the ERO report identifies strengths in curriculum and health & safety (both grade B), though curriculum assessment documentation could be strengthened and health & safety non-compliances from a previous review have been addressed. Leadership & governance was graded C, with ERO noting the need for improved monitoring of operational systems.
Li'l Champs Montessori Early Learning Centre
Li'l Champs Montessori Early Learning Centre is an education and care service in Howick with a roll of 70. Our analysis of the ERO report identifies curriculum and learning as intentional and interest-based, with recognition of individual learning styles. Health and safety compliance concerns previously identified have been addressed, and leadership and governance show strong relationships and internal evaluation, though leadership capability was identified as an area to strengthen.
The Secret Garden Preschool
Penguins School of Early Learning 2
An Akanuku review in July 2023 found Penguins School of Early Learning 2 operating with effective curriculum delivery and embedded bicultural practice, both graded B in our analysis of the ERO report. Health and safety standards were met following earlier improvements. Our analysis identified leadership and governance as an area requiring attention, with a C grade reflecting the need for stronger monitoring of regulatory compliance.
Bright Beginnings Early Learning Centre - Howick
Kindergarten (4)
Somerville Kindergarten
ERO assessed Somerville Kindergarten as Not well placed in May 2020. Our analysis of the ERO report found strong performance in children's wellbeing, with a positive sense of belonging and good support for emotional and care needs. Curriculum planning and leadership were graded as competent, though the service was not assessed as well placed overall.
Botany Downs Kindergarten
ERO assessed Botany Downs Kindergarten as Not well placed in 2016. Our analysis of the ERO report found the service received an A grade for whānau partnership, demonstrating strong family communication and collaborative support, and a B grade for bicultural practice, with te reo Māori use identified as an area for strengthening.
Highland Park Kindergarten
ERO assessed Highland Park Kindergarten as Not well placed in its 2018 review. Our analysis of the ERO report identified strengths in curriculum and learning (A grade), and sound bicultural practice (B grade).
Howick Kindergarten
ERO assessed Howick Kindergarten as Not well placed in its 2016 review. Our analysis of the ERO report identified strengths in curriculum and learning (Grade B) and leadership and governance (Grade B), while whānau partnership (Grade C) and bicultural practice (Grade C) were noted as areas for development.
Frequently asked about daycare costs in Howick
- How much does daycare cost in Howick?
- Daycare costs in Howick 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 19 centres in Howick, 0 (0%) participate in 20 Hours ECE.
- Which centres in Howick offer 20 Hours ECE?
- 0 of 19 centres in Howick 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 Howick?
- 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 19 centres in Howick). Phases out from household income $140k to $180k. Claim quarterly via IRD myIR.
- What's the cheapest daycare option in Howick?
- 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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