Preschool children being looked after through informal care in New Zealand
By care provider, 2009 & 2017, % of children
| Year | Arrangement type | % of children |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Another family member | 11.8% |
| 2009 | Another parent living elsewhere | 4.9% |
| 2009 | Friend or neighbour | 5.7% |
| 2009 | Grandparent | 31.3% |
| 2009 | Nanny / babysitter | 1.6% |
| 2017 | Another family member | 6.8% |
| 2017 | Another parent living elsewhere | 4.5% |
| 2017 | Friend or neighbour | 2.7% |
| 2017 | Grandparent | 29.1% |
| 2017 | Nanny / babysitter | 2.2% |