At Maungatapu Preschool, we know that every whānau has unique needs. That’s why we offer flexible childcare options, nutritious meals, family discounts, and quality early learning in a safe and nurturing environment.
🌟 Flexible Childcare Options – Short & Long Days
Families can choose the hours that work best for them:
- Short Day Care – Up to 7 hours, finishing at 3:30pm
- Long Day Care – Extended care until 5:30pm
To ensure smooth operations, we allow a 5-minute grace period after your booked pick-up time. After this, a late fee of $2 per minute will apply.
🥦 High-Quality Care & Early Learning
Our fees reflect the exceptional teaching and learning environment your child experiences every day. What makes us different?
- Teacher-to-child ratios above Ministry of Education standards
- Nutritious meals provided daily, fueling energy, concentration, and growth
- A caring and fun preschool where children feel confident to explore, discover, and thrive
💚 Family-Friendly Discounts
We love supporting families and making preschool more affordable:
- 10% sibling discount for the oldest child’s fees
- Annual fee reviews each March, with updates shared well in advance
🌿 Holiday Policy & Extras
We want preschool to fit around your whānau’s needs.
- Optional seasonal programmes offered throughout the year (extra cost)
- Public holidays – Full fees apply
- Family holidays – With two weeks’ notice, enjoy a 50% fee reduction for one two-week period each year
⏰ Centre Opening Hours
Monday – Friday, 7:30am – 5:30pm
We are proud to partner with families to provide caring, inspiring, and flexible childcare in Maungatapu. Our goal is to create a preschool where tamariki feel happy, supported, and ready for lifelong learning
