Cost of daycare in Tūrangi
7 licensed centres in Tūrangi, Waikato — modelled weekly fees by age band, with 20 Hours ECE (0% of centres participate) and FamilyBoost net pricing.
Modelled weekly cost in Tūrangi, 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 Tūrangi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Te Kōhanga Reo | $200 | $150 | $30 | $22.5 | 4 |
| Education & Care | $360 | $280 | $65 | $48.75 | 2 |
| 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 Tūrangi
NZ families can stack three forms of government support — all available at every centre in Tūrangi.
For 3-5 year olds at participating centres. Up to 20 hours/week funded directly to the centre. 0 of 7 centres in Tūrangi 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 7 centres in Tūrangi
Listed by service type. 20-Hrs pill indicates participation in 20 Hours ECE.
Te Kōhanga Reo (4)
Te Kōhanga Reo o Papakai
Te Kōhanga Reo o Papakai is a kōhanga reo serving 18 children in Tūrangi. Our analysis of the ERO report identifies exemplary performance in curriculum and learning, children's wellbeing, and whānau partnership. Health and safety practices require systematic review and attention to compliance gaps in hazard checks and emergency procedures.
Te Kōhanga Reo o Waihī
Te Kōhanga Reo o Waihī is a kōhanga reo in Tūrangi with a current roll of 20 children. Our analysis of the ERO report rates curriculum and learning as B: the service has sound planning and intentional teaching, though programme evaluation needs strengthening.
Te Kōhanga Reo o Mawake
Te Kōhanga Reo o Mawake is a kōhanga reo serving 20 children in Tūrangi. Our analysis of the ERO report identified strengths across curriculum and learning, children's wellbeing, and bicultural practice, with thorough planning, strong assessment practices, positive interactions, and seamless integration of te reo Māori and tikanga throughout the service.
Te Kōhanga Reo o Ākina Te Reo
Te Kōhanga Reo o Ākina Te Reo is a kōhanga reo with 18 children on roll in Tūrangi. Our analysis of the ERO report identifies strengths in curriculum design linked to Te Whāriki and children's wellbeing, along with positive whānau partnerships. Leadership and governance requires development, with self-review systems not yet established and operational improvements needed.
Education & Care (2)
Turangi Kindy
Turangi Kindy is an education and care centre with a current roll of 50 children. Our analysis of the March 2023 ERO report shows the service received a B grade for bicultural practice, with curriculum reflecting dual cultural heritage. However, grades of D were assigned for health and safety (with multiple non-compliances identified as unacceptable risk) and leadership and governance (with previous non-compliances unresolved and standards not being met).
Purerehua Early Learning Centre
Purerehua Early Learning Centre received an Akanuku review in October 2023. Our analysis of the ERO report identified strong bicultural practice (grade A), with grades of B across curriculum and learning, children's wellbeing, whānau partnership, health and safety, and leadership and governance. The centre has addressed previous health and safety non-compliances.
Frequently asked about daycare costs in Tūrangi
- How much does daycare cost in Tūrangi?
- Daycare costs in Tūrangi 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 7 centres in Tūrangi, 0 (0%) participate in 20 Hours ECE.
- Which centres in Tūrangi offer 20 Hours ECE?
- 0 of 7 centres in Tūrangi 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 Tūrangi?
- 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 7 centres in Tūrangi). Phases out from household income $140k to $180k. Claim quarterly via IRD myIR.
- What's the cheapest daycare option in Tūrangi?
- 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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