What parents say about us
"I've never been somewhere where I feel so comfortable. I enjoy being able to hang around and spend time with my kids, get help with the things I want to achieve and make new friends."
- Trace -
Ratios
Our kaiako-to-tamariki ratios are 1:4 in the nursery and 1:10 in the preschool. To ensure the highest quality of preschool education, every Aratupu kaiako is a fully qualified professional educator.
Fees
We offer 20 hours ECE. This means that if your tamaiti is aged 3+ they can attend Aratupu three days a week for free care and education. Our daily rate is $38.28 If you would like to apply for a WINZ subsidy just let us know – your dedicated whānau support, Deb, is available to help find the correct form, fill out our part, and even walk alongside you throughout the process.
Hours
- Preschool Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 2:30pm
- Nursery Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 2:30pm
- Holidays: Aratupu closes for public holidays and two weeks over Christmas
Meals
Nutrition and full bellies are top priorities at Aratupu. With the support of Kids Can, food is delivered to the centre and prepared by our cook.
All meals are freshly made with love in our onsite kitchen and each day includes morning tea, lunch, and afters.
These free lunches are not included in the centre fee.
Nursery tamariki provide their own kai while young due to differing nutritional needs. Once your tamaiti is ready, they can transition to the free lunches.
What parents say about us
"Aratupu is like my second home. I feel valued for being me; my children and I are not judged. We all feel safe here. My kids learn so much coming here. Everyone is so kind and caring."
- Tarsh -
What parents say about us
"The information she [whānau support worker] has access to and the ways in which she can provide support is just amazing. From help with appointments to food, or just anything."
- Sarah -
What parents say about us
"Teachers/Kaiako combine their big hearts with their knowledge and experience to provide a responsive environment where tamariki are empowered to grow and develop in their own way and at their own pace."
- Marcia -
