The Story Behind Our Name.We wanted a name that made the children feel like it was their place their sanctuary their 2nd home - KIDS DOMAIN KIDS DOMAIN has been operating as an OSCAR Approved Level 3 accredited out of school care and recreation provider since 2002. We have 2 locations Stokes Valley and Lower Hutt. Both centres provide before school care, after school care and school holiday programmes Our staff are police vetted, have experience with managing children with special needs;... Read more

Come and try a FREE introductory class at GKR Karate Khandallah and see why GKR Karate is New Zealand's largest martial arts club! GKR Karate promotes Karate for everyone, including children from 5 yrs old through to men, women and families of all ages. Apart from the obvious development of self-defence skills, Karate training builds confidence, positive attitude, determination, focus, and of course fitness. Our karate classes at Khandallah, Wellington, are taught by passionate instructors... Read more

Come and try a FREE introductory class at GKR Karate Johnsonville Prime and see why GKR Karate is New Zealand's largest martial arts club! GKR Karate promotes Karate for everyone, including children, men, women and families of all ages. Apart from the obvious development of self-defence skills, Karate training builds confidence, positive attitude, determination, focus, and of course fitness. Our karate classes at Johnsonville, Wellington, are taught by passionate instructors who are... Read more

Kids 4 Drama provides quality community based drama classes in Lower Hutt, Johnsonville and Newtown, as well as offering in school drama classes. We focus on teaching practical performance skills. We write our own lessons and ensure we build skills and confidence in a fun and safe environment. We also offer touring theatre in education productions, local performances, full scale productions and more! Get in touch with us today to find out more Read more

Aquazone Swim School in Wellington provides quality swimming lessons all year round, 7 days a week in heated indoor swimming pools located in Miramar, Newtown, Kilbirnie & Freyberg. We offer lessons for all abilities and ages from Babies (9 months) , pre-schoolers (3 - 5 yrs) , to school age (5 - 13 yrs) swimmers. Our squads focus on stroke technique for all competitive strokes, and also offer endurance training for surf, waterpolo and triathlon. Read more

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Wellington Ballet Studio (WBS), is a private ballet school run by former Royal New Zealand Ballet dancer Hannah Scott-McNeill ARAD RTS. Based in Miramar we offer classes for children from the age of 2 upwards. The globally recognised Royal Academy of Dance syllabus (RAD) is followed from age 5. We also offer Junior Contemporary and an evening adult class. WBS provides a holistic learning environment to nurture students and we would love you to dance with us! ‘I’m delighted to be Patron of... Read more

Hutt Art has groups of rangeing from Painting, Pottery, Printmaking, Weaving, Bookmaking etc. We are have tutored classes - see our website for full details Read more

Established in 2004, Evolve Tennis Coaching (formerly Trans Tasman Tennis) is Wellington's premier Club based tennis coaching business. Throughout its years of operation, Evolve Tennis Coaching has developed successful Junior and Adult Development Programmes designed to help clients achieve playing goals and support Club development plans. Evolve Tennis Coaching has a team of up to 14 coaches in peak season, servicing 7 tennis clubs and various primary and secondary schools in the Wellington... Read more

Wellington Basketball is the primary provider of basketball leagues (adult, youth and child), basketball training, coach and referee training and holiday programmes in Wellington. With our affiliation with Basketball New Zealand (BBNZ), we have representative teams in regional and national tournaments - Under 13 to Under 23, girls and boys. We are based at the ASB Sports Centre in Kilbirnie which is regarded by many as one of the best facilities for basketball in New Zealand. If you or your child... Read more

Gateway Kids was establised in 2013 and is owned by James & Jane Time. They both have a wide range of experience, are very passionate about impacting young lives and are of Samoan decent. Gateway Kids is dedicated and enthusiastic about making a diffference in the community and have a focus on children between the age of 5 - 13 years. They also provide an affordable service for families who want to enable stability and comfortable living by encouraging and providing employment opportunities.... Read more

We love to celebrate the natural inquisitiveness, curiosity and imagination of children. By working alongside children, encouraging independent learning through the following of their own curiosity, helping them to gather knowledge and information along the way, we empower them to become independent lifelong learners, full of potential and unlimited possibilities. We continuously strive to celebrate and be the best childcare centre in Wellington by providing: -Superb child to teacher ratio for... Read more

Long-established, active and friendly aikido club located on level 1 in the big yellow Animates building. During term times we hold children's classes at 5:30pm Mondays and teenagers classes at 5:30pm Wednesdays. All details on our website - come and check us out: first three lessons free. Read more

Taita Cricket is a large successful senior club in the Wellington region with eight teams playing for the club this season, we have also instigated a junior coaching program in the local primary and intermediate schools to provide have a go coaching to students not normally exposed to cricket. This season coming, we will have three Premier teams, two twenty twenty teams, including one ladies team and three one day teams plus 2 junior teams In 2022/23 Taita Premiers won the T20, One Day Ewen... Read more

The Face Painters of Wellington and the Kapiti Coast. Our friendly team of professional painters are some of the best in New Zealand. We have many years of experience and are able to create beautiful, unique designs, fast! We use professional, top quality paint and products, designed to be safe on the skin. Locally owned and operated, we aim to provide the best face painting service around. Customer satisfaction is a top priority. From our Fast and Fabulous painting for busy events to one... Read more

Creators at Home is the home- based childcare programme under the not-for-profit Creators Educational Trust. We are a nation wide educational support service for children 0-5 who are cared for by private educators, family members or a nanny. We have experienced and highly trained visiting teachers who support new and experienced educators and we also offer weekly playgroups and gymnastics in different areas. For more in-depth information please visit our website Read more

Pil Sung Taekwon-Do was established by instructors Graham and Suzanne Patterson in Petone, Lower Hutt, on the 6th of February 2012. Class times and venue: Mondays and Wednesdays, 7-12 years 6:00pm - 6:50pm Over 12's & Adults 7:00pm - 8:30pm Petone Central School Hall 16 Britannia Street Petone, Lower Hutt "Pil Sung" literally translates as "certain victory". In a martial arts sense, its meaning does not necessarily refer to confrontation or violence, rather it is a philosophy of rising to challenges,... Read more

Come and try a FREE introductory class at GKR Karate Karori and see why GKR Karate is New Zealand's largest martial arts club! GKR Karate promotes Karate for everyone, including children from 5 yrs old through to men, women and families of all ages. Apart from the obvious development of self-defence skills, Karate training builds confidence, positive attitude, determination, focus, and of course fitness. Our karate classes at Karori, Wellington, are taught by passionate instructors who are... Read more

Nick Lee & Shannon Ryan are both 4th Dan Instructors jointly running the North Wellington ITF Taekwon-Do Club. The club is inclusive, family oriented and Taekwon-Do training is a great way of building fitness, self confidence and developing healthy habits for life. Read more

Dancepointe Academy is an established Classical Ballet school in Johnsonville and Khandallah covering the areas of Churton Park, Newlands, Johnsonville, Khandallah, Ngaio and Crofton Downs teaching children from Pre-schoolers through to Adults the love of dance and movement through Ballet and Tap. We have a family enviroment which is inclusive and children learn ballet and Tap for fun and recreation, exams and competitions if they wish. There is a yearly concert which also gives children the... Read more

YMCA OSCAR programmes are much more than a child-minding service. They are recreation based, and the aim is to meet the needs of children in their out of school hours in a fun, safe and learning environment. Each child is a different, unique person in their own right. While they have commonalities, their uniqueness should be embraced and fostered. Each programme offers a variety of activities that includes arts and crafts, sports and games and incorporates homework activities. We provide a safe... Read more

Waterside Karori is one of the largest clubs in the Wellington region. With nearly 700 players and 90 teams, Waterside Karori Juniors offers winter football to kids aged 5 to 17. Our Summer Skills Programme and Holiday Programmes provide the opportunity to remain involved in football throughout the year. Our Swifts Talent Centre aims to ensure Karori players set the benchmark in talent, skill and ability. Waterside Karori has an ever growing number of girls choosing to play football with us, and... Read more

Wellington City Libraries provides a wide range of services for children of all ages, including baby music sessions, preschool storytimes, online bookclubs and holiday activities. We support children's development and learning by providing print and digital collections, and expert librarians to help children find reading materials and expertly navigate the information environment. Head into your local library to hang out, use the wifi, play with Lego, read a book, do your homework, or attend a programme... Read more

If your child is neurodivergent, has special needs or a disability we may be able to help you. Our staff are trained and experienced Objectives FOUR DIAMONDS Charitable Trust is established as an after school and holiday care programme to provide an inclusive, enriching, fun experience and to give a sense of belonging in a mainstream facility to children who are neurodivergent, have special needs, need extra support with dedicated staff who are trained to cater for all their needs. Our Mission The... Read more

Parent Help are helping parents build resilient and positive families/whanau through our free Helpline (0800 568 856), affordable parenting courses, counselling and mediation services. For more information visit our website. Read more

School holiday programmes lower hutt for 5-14year old children Kids Domain has been operating since 2002 when the Lower Hutt centre opened. The Stokes Valley centre has been operating since 2006. Check out our holiday programmes on our website and secure your spots now EARLYBIRD SPECIALS PAYMENT PLAN OPTIONS WORK AND INCOME SUBSIDIES Kids Domain have 6 programmes operating: Stokes Valley Before School Care Stokes Valley After School Care Stokes Valley Holiday Programme Lower Hutt... Read more