New Enrolments

Bella Montessori Preschool welcomes new families. Please call in and visit us anytime during our opening hours. 

Opening Hours

7.00am-4.00pm 
9.00-12.00 session one
1.00-4.00  session two
9.00-3.00pm extended day

What to do when enrolling

• Fill in your enrolment form, bring it with you on your visit.
• Bring in your deposit of $50.00
• Choose your days or sessions (minimum of two sessions per week).
• Bring with you a copy of your child’s Birth Certificate or similar proof of identity and your child’s immunization record.
• Don't forget to tell us about any allergies your child may have.
• Download the enrolment form here.

Fees

• No optional fees at Bella Montessori for 3-4 year olds. There are no additional fees with 20 hours ECE 
• 2 year olds - 9 hours FREE ECE   3-6 year olds 20 hours FREE ECE
• Please pay on the 20th of each month. Outstanding fees will be subject to penalties.
• Sickness – your child’s booking is confirmed – all sick days are charged at full rates.
• Bella Montessori does not charge for statutory holidays or anniversary days There will be no charge for the annual Christmas close down period of three weeks.
• Approved WINZ Childcare Subsidy will be deducted on the monthly invoice.
• Please ask for a fee schedule.

20 hours ECE - No optional fees at Bella Montessori 

• Bella Montessori offers parents 20 Hours FREE ECE  to all children aged 2 years  (maximum of 6 hours per day)
• Children aged between 3 and 6 years 30 hours FREE ECE  (Max of 6 hours per day)
• Please complete the 20 Hours ECE Attestation Form section in your enrolment form. Fees are charged for the hours used outside the attested hours, No optional fees apply.
• Please discuss with us your enrolment requirements and we can assist you with the allocation and cost of your child’s booking using 20 Hours ECE.
• Please note that this subsidy ceases after 3 weeks of continuous absence and full fees will be payable.
• More information about the MOE 20 Hours ECE can be found at www.minedu.govt.nz.

WINZ

• An income tested subsidy is provided by Work and Income New Zealand for children attending Bella Montessori Preschool.
• Please either contact WINZ www.workingforfamilies.govt.nz for more information.
• Please note that full fees are payable until such time as Work and Income New Zealand approve your subsidy.