How much will it cost?
How much can I expect to pay for Home Based Education?
Our educators have all set their own independent fees, please contact us 0800 250 052 extn 3 or homebased@ikindergartens.nz to find out more information on fees.
Other useful cost information
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Need transport?
In instances where you arrange with your educator to provide transportation for your child/ren, you may also be asked to pay a contribution towards travel expenses. The standard base transport rate per km is set at the IRD rate for travel.
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Working For Families / WINZ subsidies
We recommend letting us know if you think your family might be eligible for a Working For Families child care subsidy as this can significantly reduce your fortnightly child care invoice! This applies to whānau/ families with:
- 0 - 2 year olds who pay a fortnightly invoice
- 2 - 4 year olds who pay a fortnightly invoice for additional hours over and above the free 20 hours per week
- 5+ olds who have arranged with their educator to provide before and/or after school care, known as OSCAR (Out of School Care and Recreation)
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Looking after a whānau / family member?
If you have a whānau / family member providing care for your child of 3 - 4 years, they may be eligible for government funding. Contact us on 0800 250 052 extn 3 to find out more!