Cost of daycare in Takapuna
11 licensed centres in Takapuna, Auckland — modelled weekly fees by age band, with 20 Hours ECE (0% of centres participate) and FamilyBoost net pricing.
Modelled weekly cost in Takapuna, 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 Takapuna |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education & Care | $360 | $280 | $65 | $48.75 | 8 |
| Playcentre | $20 | $20 | $20 | $15 | 1 |
| Home-based | $320 | $260 | $80 | $60 | 1 |
| 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 Takapuna
NZ families can stack three forms of government support — all available at every centre in Takapuna.
For 3-5 year olds at participating centres. Up to 20 hours/week funded directly to the centre. 0 of 11 centres in Takapuna 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 11 centres in Takapuna
Listed by service type. 20-Hrs pill indicates participation in 20 Hours ECE.
Education & Care (8)
Kiddos Childcare Takapuna
Takapuna Kids Early Childhood Centre
Takapuna Kids Early Childhood Centre is an education and care service in Takapuna with a current roll of 50 children. Our analysis of the ERO report identifies B grades across curriculum and learning, children's wellbeing, and health and safety. The centre provides inclusive curriculum with effective wellbeing support, fosters a strong sense of belonging, and maintains documented health and safety compliance.
PeekabooTakapuna Limited
Peekaboo Takapuna Limited is an education and care service in Takapuna with a current roll of 45 children. Our analysis of the ERO report (reviewed November 2023) found that Children's wellbeing was graded B, with strong relationships, belonging, and child agency evident across the service.
Kindercare Learning Centres - Takapuna
Kindercare Learning Centres - Takapuna is an education and care service in Takapuna with a roll of 70 children. Our analysis of the ERO report indicates that whānau partnerships are developing but not yet fully learning-focused, health and safety systems are adequate, and leadership is relational and supportive although strategic planning lacks clear alignment to impact.
Kiwi Kids Early Learning Centre
Kiwi Kids Early Learning Centre in Takapuna is an education and care service reviewed by ERO in October 2023. Our analysis of the ERO report found the service performing at B level in whānau partnership, health and safety, and leadership and governance, with C-level bicultural practice including emerging te reo Māori integration and identified opportunities for expansion.
The No 1 Kindy Limited
The No 1 Kindy Limited is an education and care service in Takapuna with 34 children on roll. Our analysis of the ERO report from July 2023 shows the service graded B across bicultural practice, health and safety, and leadership and governance. The service acknowledges Māori as tangata whenua and Te Tiriti principles in its curriculum, has addressed previous health and safety concerns, and is led by qualified staff with strong team composition.
Child Pre-School Education Ltd
Child Pre-School Education Ltd is an education and care service in Takapuna with 128 children. Our analysis of the ERO report identifies opportunity to strengthen bicultural practice. Health and safety regulatory standards are met, and leadership has a clear philosophy guiding operations.
Killarney Kids Preschool
Home-based (1)
Frequently asked about daycare costs in Takapuna
- How much does daycare cost in Takapuna?
- Daycare costs in Takapuna 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 11 centres in Takapuna, 0 (0%) participate in 20 Hours ECE.
- Which centres in Takapuna offer 20 Hours ECE?
- 0 of 11 centres in Takapuna 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 Takapuna?
- 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 11 centres in Takapuna). Phases out from household income $140k to $180k. Claim quarterly via IRD myIR.
- What's the cheapest daycare option in Takapuna?
- 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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