Cost of daycare in Te Teko Lakes
3 licensed centres in Te Teko Lakes, 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 Te Teko Lakes, 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 Te Teko Lakes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Te Kōhanga Reo | $200 | $150 | $30 | $22.5 | 3 |
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 Te Teko Lakes
NZ families can stack three forms of government support — all available at every centre in Te Teko Lakes.
For 3-5 year olds at participating centres. Up to 20 hours/week funded directly to the centre. 0 of 3 centres in Te Teko Lakes 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 3 centres in Te Teko Lakes
Listed by service type. 20-Hrs pill indicates participation in 20 Hours ECE.
Te Kōhanga Reo (3)
Te Kōhanga Reo o Taahuna
Te Kōhanga Reo o Taahuna received an Education Review in June 2024. Our analysis of the ERO report found A grades for curriculum and learning, children's wellbeing, and bicultural practice, with systematic Te Whāriki alignment and strong Te reo Māori immersion. Health and safety systems are compliant (B grade), though whānau awareness of child protection responsibilities could be strengthened.
Te Kōhanga Reo o Te Teko
Te Kōhanga Reo o Te Teko is a kōhanga reo serving 40 children in Te Teko Lakes. Our analysis of the ERO report from October 2022 found A grades across curriculum and learning, children's wellbeing, and health and safety, indicating intentional teaching practices, strong relationships, and full compliance with legal requirements.
Te Kōhanga Reo o Te Kiriwera Hana
Our analysis of the ERO report identifies strong performance in children's wellbeing and bicultural practice (both A grades), with effective curriculum support and language strategies (B grade). Health and safety systems are in place (B grade), and leadership demonstrates established evaluation processes for ongoing improvement (B grade).
Frequently asked about daycare costs in Te Teko Lakes
- How much does daycare cost in Te Teko Lakes?
- Daycare costs in Te Teko Lakes 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 3 centres in Te Teko Lakes, 0 (0%) participate in 20 Hours ECE.
- Which centres in Te Teko Lakes offer 20 Hours ECE?
- 0 of 3 centres in Te Teko Lakes 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 Te Teko Lakes?
- 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 3 centres in Te Teko Lakes). Phases out from household income $140k to $180k. Claim quarterly via IRD myIR.
- What's the cheapest daycare option in Te Teko Lakes?
- 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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