Daycare & ECE in Waitara West

Services in Waitara West, by type

Kindergarten — 2

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Waitara Central Kindergarten

Kindergarten · Waitara West

Kindergartens Taranaki

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Orapa Kindergarten

Kindergarten · Waitara West

Kindergartens Taranaki

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Frequently asked

How many daycare and ECE centres are in Waitara West?

There are 2 licensed early childhood services in Waitara West, Taranaki: 2 kindergarten. Combined enrolment 80 children.

What's the largest daycare in Waitara West?

Waitara Central Kindergarten is the largest licensed centre in Waitara West with 40 children enrolled (kindergarten). See the per-centre listing below for size details on every centre.

Which centres in Waitara West offer 20 Hours ECE?

0 of 2 centres (0%) in Waitara West 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 Waitara West?

Yes — 2 kindergartens in Waitara West. Free Kindergartens typically charge little or nothing for 3-5 year olds because of 20 Hours ECE.

Which operator chains have centres in Waitara West?

Only one chain operates in Waitara West: Kindergartens Taranaki (2 centres). The other 0 centres are independent.

How much does daycare cost in Waitara West?

Costs in Waitara West 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/waitara-west/ page for the per-age × per-type breakdown.

What government support is available for childcare in Waitara West?

All 2 licensed centres in Waitara West are eligible for the three stackable supports: 20 Hours ECE (universal for 3-5yr olds at 0 participating Waitara West 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.