How much does daycare cost in Pyes Pa?

Daycare costs in Pyes Pa 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 5 centres in Pyes Pa, 0 (0%) participate in 20 Hours ECE.

Which centres in Pyes Pa offer 20 Hours ECE?

0 of 5 centres in Pyes Pa 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 Pyes Pa?

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 5 centres in Pyes Pa). Phases out from household income $140k to $180k. Claim quarterly via IRD myIR.

What's the cheapest daycare option in Pyes Pa?

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.

Cost of daycare in Pyes Pa

5 licensed centres in Pyes Pa, Bay of Plenty — modelled weekly fees by age band, with 20 Hours ECE (0% of centres participate) and FamilyBoost net pricing.

Modelled weekly cost in Pyes Pa, 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 Pyes Pa
Education & Care	$360	$280	$65	$48.75	5

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 Pyes Pa

NZ families can stack three forms of government support — all available at every centre in Pyes Pa.

20 Hours ECE

For 3-5 year olds at participating centres. Up to 20 hours/week funded directly to the centre. 0 of 5 centres in Pyes Pa participate.

Childcare Subsidy

Means-tested. From MSD. Hourly subsidy based on household income, hours of work or study, and number of children. Apply via Work and Income.

FamilyBoost

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.

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All 5 centres in Pyes Pa

Listed by service type. 20-Hrs pill indicates participation in 20 Hours ECE.

Education & Care (5)

Country Kids Pre-School Ltd

Education & Care · Pyes Pa

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BestStart Pyes Pa

Education & Care · Pyes Pa

BestStart Educare

ERO assessed BestStart Pyes Pa as Not well placed in 2018. Our analysis of the ERO report found the curriculum offered effective learning opportunities (B grade), though assessment practices were identified for improvement. Children's wellbeing was supported through positive interactions and nurturing relationships (B grade), with transitions noted as an area for further development.

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Busy Bees The Lakes

Education & Care · Pyes Pa

Busy Bees

An education and care service for 72 children in Pyes Pa. Our analysis of the 2023 ERO report found the curriculum offers variety, though child agency in older group areas could be stronger (grade B for curriculum and learning).

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ACG Tauranga Preschool

Education & Care · Pyes Pa

ACG Tauranga Preschool is an education and care service in Pyes Pa with a current roll of 70 children. In an Akarangi review (June 2024), our analysis of the ERO report found the service graded B across all five dimensions: curriculum and learning, whānau partnership, bicultural practice, health and safety, and leadership and governance. Te Whāriki integration, whānau engagement, and bicultural practice are all developing areas.

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New Shoots Childrens Centre - The Lakes

Education & Care · Pyes Pa

New Shoots Children's Centres

New Shoots Childrens Centre - The Lakes is an education and care service in Pyes Pa with a current roll of 90 children. Our analysis of the ERO report (March 2024) found the service graded B across Curriculum & learning, Children's wellbeing, and Whānau partnership. The centre provides effective learning opportunities with some te reo Māori integration, maintains strong relationships and calm routines, and works intentionally with families on individual goals.

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Frequently asked about daycare costs in Pyes Pa

How much does daycare cost in Pyes Pa?: Daycare costs in Pyes Pa 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 5 centres in Pyes Pa, 0 (0%) participate in 20 Hours ECE.
Which centres in Pyes Pa offer 20 Hours ECE?: 0 of 5 centres in Pyes Pa 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 Pyes Pa?: 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 5 centres in Pyes Pa). Phases out from household income $140k to $180k. Claim quarterly via IRD myIR.
What's the cheapest daycare option in Pyes Pa?: 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.