Cost of daycare in Raumanga
6 licensed centres in Raumanga, Northland — modelled weekly fees by age band, with 20 Hours ECE (0% of centres participate) and FamilyBoost net pricing.
Modelled weekly cost in Raumanga, 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 Raumanga |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education & Care | $360 | $280 | $65 | $48.75 | 2 |
| Te Kōhanga Reo | $200 | $150 | $30 | $22.5 | 2 |
| Kindergarten | — | $180 | $0 | $0 | 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 Raumanga
NZ families can stack three forms of government support — all available at every centre in Raumanga.
For 3-5 year olds at participating centres. Up to 20 hours/week funded directly to the centre. 0 of 6 centres in Raumanga 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 6 centres in Raumanga
Listed by service type. 20-Hrs pill indicates participation in 20 Hours ECE.
Education & Care (2)
He Kaakano Early Learning Centre
Christopher and Robin Early Childhood Centre
Christopher and Robin Early Childhood Centre is an education and care service in Raumanga with a current roll of 75 children. In our analysis of the February 2024 ERO report, whānau partnership was graded C, with ERO noting that while the centre gathers aspirations informally, there is opportunity to deepen learning-focused partnerships with families.
Te Kōhanga Reo (2)
Te Kōhanga Reo o Raumanga Kōhungahunga
Te Kōhanga Reo o Raumanga Kōhungahunga is a kōhanga reo in Raumanga. Our analysis of the ERO report (June 2022) found strong curriculum and learning practices with intentional, varied teaching strategies and kaupapa-based learning. Whānau partnership and health and safety systems were assessed as effective, though these areas showed room for strengthening.
Te Kōhanga Reo o Rewarewa
Te Kōhanga Reo o Rewarewa is a kōhanga reo (Māori language immersion service) in Raumanga with 23 children on roll. Our analysis of the ERO report from October 2025 found the service graded A across curriculum and learning, bicultural practice, and health and safety, with intentional planning aligned to Te Whāriki and te reo Māori and tikanga deeply embedded throughout the service.
Kindergarten (2)
Manaia View Kindergarten
ERO assessed Manaia View Kindergarten as Not well placed in 2017. Our analysis of the ERO report found strong bicultural practice and effective curriculum delivery, though health and safety supervision presented challenges in the centre's split environment layout.
Raumanga Kindergarten
ERO assessed Raumanga Kindergarten as Not well placed in its 2015 review. Our analysis of the ERO report graded Health & safety as B; the report noted compliance was documented but recommended strengthening systems in this area.
Frequently asked about daycare costs in Raumanga
- How much does daycare cost in Raumanga?
- Daycare costs in Raumanga 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 6 centres in Raumanga, 0 (0%) participate in 20 Hours ECE.
- Which centres in Raumanga offer 20 Hours ECE?
- 0 of 6 centres in Raumanga 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 Raumanga?
- 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 6 centres in Raumanga). Phases out from household income $140k to $180k. Claim quarterly via IRD myIR.
- What's the cheapest daycare option in Raumanga?
- 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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