Fees
What it costs, in plain sight
Most preschools make you ask. We would rather you knew before you call: session prices for both centres, how 20 Hours ECE works, and what is included.
These are our 2025 fees while we confirm this year's rates. Please check with us before you book.
Ages 0 to 5
Woodlands Huntsbury
2 year olds
Age 2Extra hours $8.50 an hour
| Session | Per day |
|---|---|
| Morning8.30am to 12.30pm | $34 |
| Afternoon12.30pm to 4.30pm | $34 |
| Six hoursTimes by arrangement | $51 |
| Full day7.30am to 5.30pm | $85 |
Full-time: $382.50 a week for 5 full days, with the first hour free each day
3 years and over
Ages 3 to 520 Hours ECE applies. Extra hours $8.50 an hour
| Session | Per day |
|---|---|
| Morning8.30am to 12.30pm | Free with 20 Hours ECE |
| Afternoon12.30pm to 4.30pm | Free with 20 Hours ECE |
| Mid-day9am to 3pm | Free with 20 Hours ECE |
| Full day8am to 5pm | $25.50 (3 hours after the 6 funded) |
Full-time: $212.50 a week for 5 full days, using all 20 ECE hours
Minimum enrolment: 2 sessions a week. Session times can be adjusted to suit your family where places allow.
Ages 0 to 5
Woodlands Dallington
Nursery
Under 2Extra hours $7.50 an hour
| Session | Per day |
|---|---|
| Morning8.30am to 12.30pm | $30 |
| Afternoon12.30pm to 4.30pm | $30 |
| Six hoursTimes by arrangement | $45 |
| Full day7.30am to 5.30pm | $67.50 |
Full-time: $337.50 a week for 5 full days, with the first hour free each day
2 year olds
Age 2Extra hours $7.50 an hour
| Session | Per day |
|---|---|
| Morning8.30am to 12.30pm | $7.50 an hour |
| Afternoon12.30pm to 4.30pm | $7.50 an hour |
| Six hoursTimes by arrangement | $45 |
| Full day7.30am to 5.30pm | $75 |
Full-time: $337.50 a week for 5 full days, with the first hour free each day
3 years and over
Ages 3 to 520 Hours ECE applies. Extra hours $7.50 an hour
| Session | Per day |
|---|---|
| Morning8.30am to 12.30pm | Free with 20 Hours ECE |
| Afternoon12.30pm to 4.30pm | Free with 20 Hours ECE |
| Mid-day9am to 3pm, up to 3 days | Free with 20 Hours ECE |
| Full day7.30am to 5.30pm | $30 (4 hours after the 6 funded) |
Full-time: $187.50 a week for 5 full days, using all 20 ECE hours
Minimum enrolment: 2 sessions a week for under 3s, 3 sessions a week for 3s and over. Session times can be adjusted to suit your family where places allow.
20 Hours ECE
How the funding works
Every child aged 3, 4 and 5 can get up to 20 hours of government-funded early learning a week, at up to 6 hours a day. We apply it straight to your invoice, so you only ever see what is left to pay.
When you enrol you sign an attestation form telling the Ministry which service holds your child's funded hours. Because funding is capped at 6 hours a day, the 20 hours usually falls as three 6 hour days plus 2 hours on a fourth day. Hours beyond 6 in a day are charged at the hourly rate.
You may also be able to claim FamilyBoost, up to 40% of what you pay back from IRD each quarter, and Work and Income's Childcare Subsidy if you are working or studying. We prepare the paperwork for both.
The fine print, kept short
Included, discounts and notice
Included
- Morning and afternoon kai, freshly prepared at Woodlands. Tamariki bring their own lunch.
- A key teacher for every child, and complimentary settling visits before you start
- Not included: field trips and special events, which are charged separately
Discounts
- Full-time: the first hour each day is free when your child attends 5 full days a week
- Siblings: 10% off for a second child attending full-time
- Referrals: a $25 credit on your invoice when a family you refer enrols and stays at least 4 weeks
Notice and late pick-up
- 2 weeks' written notice to change hours
- 2 weeks' written notice to finish your enrolment
- Late pick-up: $10 per 15 minutes after your booked session ends
Common questions
Questions about fees
Do I pay anything with 20 Hours ECE?+
For children aged 3 and over, sessions of up to 6 hours a day are covered by 20 Hours ECE, up to 20 hours a week. You pay only for hours beyond that, at the hourly rate.
Can I change my child's days later?+
Yes, as places allow. We just ask for 2 weeks' written notice to change hours.
Is food included?+
Morning and afternoon kai is prepared at Woodlands and included. Tamariki bring their own lunchbox.
Can you help with FamilyBoost or the Childcare Subsidy?+
Yes. We provide invoices formatted for FamilyBoost claims through myIR, and we complete the provider section of Work and Income forms for you.
Talk to us about your situation
Every family's week looks different. Tell us the days you need and we will work out exactly what you would pay, subsidies included.
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