Daycare & ECE in Akina Park

Services in Akina Park, by type

Frequently asked

How many daycare and ECE centres are in Akina Park?

There are 2 licensed early childhood services in Akina Park, Hawke's Bay: 1 education & care, 1 kindergarten. Combined enrolment 140 children.

What's the largest daycare in Akina Park?

Central Hastings Early Learning Centre is the largest licensed centre in Akina Park with 100 children enrolled (education & care). See the per-centre listing below for size details on every centre.

Which centres in Akina Park offer 20 Hours ECE?

0 of 2 centres (0%) in Akina Park participate in 20 Hours ECE, which subsidises up to 20 hours/week of care for 3-5 year olds. The 20-Hrs pill on each centre card below shows participation.

Are there kindergartens in Akina Park?

Yes — 1 kindergarten in Akina Park. Free Kindergartens typically charge little or nothing for 3-5 year olds because of 20 Hours ECE.

How much does daycare cost in Akina Park?

Costs in Akina Park follow the NZ national pattern: education & care centres typically $280-$360/week for under-2s, dropping to $0-$100/week for 3-5 year olds at 20-Hours-participating centres. Free Kindergartens charge little or nothing for 3-5 year olds. FamilyBoost (25% IRD rebate, $75/week cap) applies on top. See our /cost-of-daycare/akina-park/ page for the per-age × per-type breakdown.

What government support is available for childcare in Akina Park?

All 2 licensed centres in Akina Park are eligible for the three stackable supports: 20 Hours ECE (universal for 3-5yr olds at 0 participating Akina Park centres), the means-tested Childcare Subsidy from MSD, and FamilyBoost (25% rebate up to $75/week from IRD, phased out from $140k-$180k household income). Use our /familyboost-calculator for your specific net weekly cost.