How many daycare and ECE centres are in Upper Hutt CBD?

There are 16 licensed early childhood services in Upper Hutt CBD: 8 education & care, 5 kindergarten, 2 playcentre.

Are kindergartens free in Upper Hutt CBD?

Free Kindergartens in Upper Hutt CBD (and across NZ) participate in 20 Hours ECE for 3-5 year olds, meaning the first 20 hours per week are funded by the government. Optional charges may apply.

What government support is available for childcare in Upper Hutt CBD?

NZ families can stack three forms of support: 20 Hours ECE (universal for 3-5yr olds at participating centres), the means-tested Childcare Subsidy from MSD, and FamilyBoost (25% rebate up to $75/week from IRD, phased out from $140k household income).

Daycare & ECE in Upper Hutt CBD

16 licensed early childhood services across 4 service types in Upper Hutt CBD, Wellington.

Licensed services

Children enrolled

736

Service types

Region

Wellington

Estimate your costs: our FamilyBoost + Childcare Subsidy calculator stacks 20 Hours ECE, the means-tested Childcare Subsidy, and the IRD FamilyBoost rebate to show net weekly cost.

Services in Upper Hutt CBD, by type

Frequently asked

How many daycare and ECE centres are in Upper Hutt CBD?: There are 16 licensed early childhood services in Upper Hutt CBD: 8 education & care, 5 kindergarten, 2 playcentre.
Are kindergartens free in Upper Hutt CBD?: Free Kindergartens in Upper Hutt CBD (and across NZ) participate in 20 Hours ECE for 3-5 year olds, meaning the first 20 hours per week are funded by the government. Optional charges may apply.
What government support is available for childcare in Upper Hutt CBD?: NZ families can stack three forms of support: 20 Hours ECE (universal for 3-5yr olds at participating centres), the means-tested Childcare Subsidy from MSD, and FamilyBoost (25% rebate up to $75/week from IRD, phased out from $140k household income).

Data sources: MOE ECE Directory · Charities Services · crimestats.co.nz · Page generated 24 May 2026

Daycare & ECE in Upper Hutt CBD

Services in Upper Hutt CBD, by type

Education & Care — 8

Kindergarten — 5

Playcentre — 2

Te Kōhanga Reo — 1

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