Cost of daycare in Naenae
9 licensed centres in Naenae, Wellington — modelled weekly fees by age band, with 20 Hours ECE (0% of centres participate) and FamilyBoost net pricing.
Modelled weekly cost in Naenae, 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 Naenae |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education & Care | $360 | $280 | $65 | $48.75 | 5 |
| Te Kōhanga Reo | $200 | $150 | $30 | $22.5 | 2 |
| Kindergarten | — | $180 | $0 | $0 | 1 |
| Playcentre | $20 | $20 | $20 | $15 | 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 Naenae
NZ families can stack three forms of government support — all available at every centre in Naenae.
For 3-5 year olds at participating centres. Up to 20 hours/week funded directly to the centre. 0 of 9 centres in Naenae 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 9 centres in Naenae
Listed by service type. 20-Hrs pill indicates participation in 20 Hours ECE.
Education & Care (5)
BestStart Naenae
BestStart Naenae is an education and care service with a roll of 80 children. Our analysis of the ERO report identified concerns in bicultural practice and health and safety, with both areas graded as requiring significant improvement. The service's curriculum was noted as not adequately reflecting and respecting diverse cultures including Māori families, and deficiencies were identified in health and safety compliance, excursion procedures, and hazard checks.
All About Children - Lower Hutt
All About Children - Lower Hutt is an education and care service in Naenae with a current roll of 60 children. Our analysis of the ERO report identifies B grades across children's wellbeing, health and safety, and leadership and governance, with children supported in cultural confidence and cross-cultural learning.
AoKids|Naenae
AoKids|Naenae is an education and care service with a current roll of 27 children. Our analysis of the ERO report indicates B grades across bicultural practice, health and safety, and leadership and governance. The service has addressed previous health and safety non-compliances and demonstrates Te Tiriti acknowledgment.
Conductive Education Wellington
Conductive Education Wellington provides education and care for 20 children in Naenae. Our analysis of the ERO report identifies strengths in curriculum design with responsive teaching, and in children's wellbeing through strong relationships. Areas identified for development include expanding te reo Māori and tikanga integration, and formalising governance and internal evaluation processes.
Wa Ora Montessori Preschool
Wa Ora Montessori Preschool is an education and care service in Naenae with a current roll of 120 children. Our analysis of the ERO report identified curriculum and learning as a strength (grade B), with an inclusive and responsive approach. Areas for development include bicultural practice, health and safety compliance, and leadership and governance, all graded C.
Te Kōhanga Reo (2)
Te Kōhanga Reo o Paparākau Tuarua
Te Kōhanga Reo o Paparākau Tuarua is a kōhanga reo serving 62 children in Naenae. Our analysis of the 2016 ERO report shows strengths in children's wellbeing, whānau partnership, and health and safety (all grade A), with sound curriculum and teaching (grade B) and clear leadership direction (grade B). The service would benefit from refining assessment practices, programme evaluation, and strategic implementation consistency.
Te Kōhanga Reo o Awhina Te Kaahui Nohinohi
Frequently asked about daycare costs in Naenae
- How much does daycare cost in Naenae?
- Daycare costs in Naenae 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 9 centres in Naenae, 0 (0%) participate in 20 Hours ECE.
- Which centres in Naenae offer 20 Hours ECE?
- 0 of 9 centres in Naenae 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 Naenae?
- 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 9 centres in Naenae). Phases out from household income $140k to $180k. Claim quarterly via IRD myIR.
- What's the cheapest daycare option in Naenae?
- 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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Data sources & freshness (4 sources · last refresh 12 July 2026)
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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