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Cost of Kindergarten
The Cost Of Attending Kindergarten
Most parents and caregivers will find they are able to access kindergarten free of cost for their children. If however your child's attendance is not covered by 20 Hours ECE or Napier Kindergarten Association subsidies you will be required to pay a fee.
We receive reduced funding from the Ministry of Education if your child’s full attendance is not covered by 20 hours ECE because you have attested hours with another provider.
Reduced funding impacts on our ability to continue providing high quality services and facilities at our kindergartens so…
Fees Only Apply If:
* Your child is 3, 4 or 5 and their full attendance is not covered by ECE hours because you have attested hours with another provider
Our Fees From 1 July 2007 Are:
$ 4.00 per hour.
(* note our fees have been reviewed but not increased since 1 July 2007)
Paying Fees - Terms and Conditions
Absences - When at least 5 working days advance notice of an absence is given, fees will be reduced by 50%, otherwise the normal fee rate applies. This includes absences due to illness. A credit against future fees or a refund will be given if the fee has already been paid in full before the fee reduction was applied.
Family Discount - A 10% discount applies when you have 2 or more children attending.
Fee Rate Changes - At least 8 weeks notice will be given of any intention to change fee rates.
Fee Reviews - Fees and fee policies will be reviewed at least once per year.
Invoices - Invoices will be issued at the beginning of each term or when your child begins attending. Invoices will show the expected term fee and weekly fee.
Payment Methods - Preferred method of payment is by AP, Direct Debit or Internet banking but cheque or cash payments also accepted.
Payment Frequency - Payments can be made weekly, fortnightly, monthly or termly. Payment should be made in advance of sessions attended.
Problems with Payments - Please phone (06) 835 7890 for a confidential discussion about payment options.
Prompt Payment Discount - A 10% discount applies when you pay the full amount of your invoice within 2 weeks of the date on your invoice.
Statutory Holidays - Fee payment is required for any statutory holiday that falls during normal term time.
Getting Help With Your Fees
Your Kindergarten fees may be covered by a WINZ Childcare Subsidy.
Subsidies are available for families with incomes below $66,248.00 per year (as at April 2009). This income level is regularly reviewed so please ask your teaching team for the current information.
Eligibility is dependent on the number of children in the family.
To find out if your family qualifies for this subsidy:
* Ask your teaching team for a WINZ brochure or
* Call WINZ on 0800 774 004 or
* Access the WINZ website.
You may also be able to claim the Childcare /Housekeeper tax rebate for fees paid.
Download Napier Kindergarten Assn 20 Hours Free brochure here |
Phone: 06 835 7890 Fax: 06 835 7886 Email: info@napierkindergartens.co.nz 66 Kennedy Road, Napier PO Box 4298, Marewa, Napier New Zealand |
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Providing a quality foundation education that is professional, accessible and excellent. |
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