How much does daycare cost in Tamatea?

Daycare costs in Tamatea 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 Tamatea, 0 (0%) participate in 20 Hours ECE.

Which centres in Tamatea offer 20 Hours ECE?

0 of 5 centres in Tamatea 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 Tamatea?

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 Tamatea). Phases out from household income $140k to $180k. Claim quarterly via IRD myIR.

What's the cheapest daycare option in Tamatea?

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 Tamatea

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

Modelled weekly cost in Tamatea, 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 Tamatea
Education & Care	$360	$280	$65	$48.75	2
Kindergarten	—	$180	$0	$0	2
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 Tamatea

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

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 Tamatea 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 Tamatea

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

Education & Care (2)

The DEN: Discover Education in Nature

Education & Care · Tamatea

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Nurture and Grow Early Learning Centre

Education & Care · Tamatea

Nurture and Grow Early Learning Centre is an education and care service in Tamatea, Napier, currently caring for 27 children. Our analysis of the ERO report identifies responsive care for infants and toddlers as a strength, with good support for children with additional needs. Te reo and tikanga are emerging in routines, though culturally responsive strategies are not yet implemented.

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Kindergarten (2)

Tamatea Kindergarten

Kindergarten · Tamatea

Napier Kindergartens

Tamatea Kindergarten received an Akarangi review in December 2023. Our analysis of the ERO report found strengths in whānau partnership and health and safety practices, with purposeful family relationships evident in curriculum planning and regulatory systems now in place. Leadership and governance is an emerging area, with strategic evaluation and data use for equity outcomes still developing.

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Wharerangi Kindergarten

Kindergarten · Tamatea

Napier Kindergartens

Wharerangi Kindergarten is a kindergarten in Tamatea, Napier City serving 41 children. Our analysis of the ERO report identified bicultural practice and leadership & governance as areas for development, with some te reo Māori and tikanga present and emerging evaluation systems at association level.

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Playcentre (1)

Tamatea Playcentre

Playcentre · Tamatea

Playcentre Aotearoa

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Frequently asked about daycare costs in Tamatea

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