Cost of daycare in Warkworth East
10 licensed centres in Warkworth East, Auckland — modelled weekly fees by age band, with 20 Hours ECE (0% of centres participate) and FamilyBoost net pricing.
Modelled weekly cost in Warkworth East, 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 Warkworth East |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education & Care | $360 | $280 | $65 | $48.75 | 9 |
| 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 Warkworth East
NZ families can stack three forms of government support — all available at every centre in Warkworth East.
For 3-5 year olds at participating centres. Up to 20 hours/week funded directly to the centre. 0 of 10 centres in Warkworth East 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 10 centres in Warkworth East
Listed by service type. 20-Hrs pill indicates participation in 20 Hours ECE.
Education & Care (9)
Oak Tree The Early Childhood Learning Centre
Oak Tree The Early Childhood Learning Centre is an education and care service in Warkworth East with 25 children on roll. Our analysis of the ERO report from July 2022 identifies bicultural practice and leadership & governance as areas requiring development, with grades of C in both dimensions. Health & safety was graded B, with no compliance concerns noted.
Bunny Childcare Warkworth
Bunny Childcare Warkworth is an education and care service in Warkworth East with a current roll of 50 children. Our analysis of the ERO report from February 2021 found the service graded B across curriculum and learning, health and safety, and leadership and governance. The centre has a clear management structure and provides inclusive, responsive learning experiences.
Muddy Toes ELC Warkworth
Muddy Toes ELC Warkworth is an education and care service with a current roll of 50 children in Warkworth East. Our analysis of the ERO report from March 2023 found the service achieved grade B across all five dimensions: curriculum and learning, whānau partnership, bicultural practice, health and safety, and leadership and governance. The service met regulatory standards overall, though a non-compliance issue with medicines record-keeping was identified and addressed post-visit.
Natures Nest Early Learning Centre
Natures Nest Early Learning Centre is an education and care service in Warkworth East with a current roll of 80 children. Our analysis of the ERO report finds the service demonstrates strong practice in children's wellbeing with responsive nurturing relationships, meets legal health and safety requirements, and has strong team relationships with professional development access for staff.
Educare Warkworth
Tiny Explorers Early Learning Centre
Reach Forward Early Learning Centre - Warkworth
Kindercare Learning Centres - Warkworth
Happy Kiddy Warkworth Early Learning Centre
Frequently asked about daycare costs in Warkworth East
- How much does daycare cost in Warkworth East?
- Daycare costs in Warkworth East 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 10 centres in Warkworth East, 0 (0%) participate in 20 Hours ECE.
- Which centres in Warkworth East offer 20 Hours ECE?
- 0 of 10 centres in Warkworth East 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 Warkworth East?
- 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 10 centres in Warkworth East). Phases out from household income $140k to $180k. Claim quarterly via IRD myIR.
- What's the cheapest daycare option in Warkworth East?
- 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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