Daycare & ECE in Castlecliff

Services in Castlecliff, by type

Kindergarten — 1

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Barsanti Kindergarten

Kindergarten · Castlecliff

Whānau Manaaki Kindergartens

Barsanti Kindergarten is a kindergarten service in Castlecliff, Whanganui, operating with a current roll of 40 children. Our analysis of the ERO report (2021) identified strengths in bicultural practice and health and safety, with kaiako supporting cultural confidence and respect, and health and safety systems in place following resolution of previous non-compliances. Leadership and governance received a lower grade, with the report noting that records require improved alignment with actual practices and monitoring needs strengthening.

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Te Kōhanga Reo — 1

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Te Heti Te Kohanga Reo

Te Kōhanga Reo · Castlecliff

Te Kōhanga Reo National Trust

Te Heti Te Kohanga Reo is a kōhanga reo serving 100 children in Castlecliff. Our analysis of the ERO report shows the service received an A grade for whānau partnership, reflecting consistent, valued whānau engagement in decision-making and operations.

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Frequently asked

How many daycare and ECE centres are in Castlecliff?

There are 3 licensed early childhood services in Castlecliff, Manawatū-Whanganui: 1 education & care, 1 kindergarten, 1 te kōhanga reo. Combined enrolment 170 children.

Is there childcare near me in Castlecliff?

Yes — Castlecliff has 3 licensed early childhood services, every one of them listed below with its address, service type and 20 Hours ECE status. To rank them by walking or driving distance from your exact address, use our find-by-address radius search.

What's the largest daycare in Castlecliff?

Te Heti Te Kohanga Reo is the largest licensed centre in Castlecliff with 100 children enrolled (te kōhanga reo). See the per-centre listing below for size details on every centre.

Which centres in Castlecliff offer 20 Hours ECE?

0 of 3 centres (0%) in Castlecliff 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 Castlecliff?

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

Is there a kōhanga reo in Castlecliff?

Yes — 1 kōhanga reo (te reo Māori medium of instruction) in Castlecliff. Look for the "Kōhanga reo" service type in the listing below.

Which operator chains have centres in Castlecliff?

2 operator chains with centres in Castlecliff: Te Kōhanga Reo National Trust (1), Whānau Manaaki Kindergartens (1). Plus 1 independent centres.

How much does daycare cost in Castlecliff?

Costs in Castlecliff 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/castlecliff/ page for the per-age × per-type breakdown.

What government support is available for childcare in Castlecliff?

All 3 licensed centres in Castlecliff are eligible for the three stackable supports: 20 Hours ECE (universal for 3-5yr olds at 0 participating Castlecliff 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.