We are a parent-led early childhood service from birth to school age, where parents stay and play alongside their child. Playcentre offers: A unique early childhood experience, from birth to school age Parents as educators; family involvement Child-initiated play, learning through play Developing relationships between children and adults Making lasting friendships; supportive environment High adult to child ratio 1:3 Close connection with our local community Playcentre... Read more

Papatoetoe North Kindergarten (previously known as Kotiri Kindergarten) is a part of the Auckland Kindergarten Association. Our kindergartens provide a safe, nurturing and enriching learning environment for children, our future leaders. The education we provide supports and encourages children to become competent and confident learners. All teaching staff are qualified in early childhood education. They hold a current teacher registration and first aid certificates. We believe a partnership between... Read more

Awesome Early Education Centre in a family-like environment. Regular trips out into the local and wider community. Nature Kindergarten Programme where children learn important life skills such as negotiation, teamwork, problem solving, persistence. Swimming Lessons. Low Ratios. Excellent ERO report. Caring teachers Read more

Allan Brewster Leisure Centre is a large leisure complex in Papatoetoe. Its facilities include a double-court stadium, a fitness centre, squash courts, Kauri Kids childcare and venue hire. Read more

A Step Ahead Early Learning Centre is a small homely childcare and education centre for children aged from 2 years until they go to school. With a maximum of 20 children at any one time, children get the support and guidance to support their learning and development. Here at A Step Ahead children will have opportunities to develop - Respect for themselves, others and the environment - An understanding of their own and others emotions - A positive attitude towards learning - Self help... Read more

A Christian Preschool for 2.5 to 5 year olds, located in central Manurewa behind St Andrews Presbyterian Church and next to Manurewa Central School. Children are nurtured and taught within a distinctively biblical framework, in a loving, caring environment. We are privileged to have highly qualified, experienced, multicultural staff. You're welcome to pop in anytime, or feel free to book a visit for a time that suits you best. Read more

Creative Garden Childcare Centre, Dawson Otara, nurtures imagination in the next generation. Innovative programs as well as a supportive environment make the trip for kids full of exploration and adventure. The curriculum at the center involves playing coupled with structured tasks, which aids in the growth of cognitive, social, and emotional development. With their big inside and outside spaces, children actively participate in real life, for example, gardening or imaginary play. Qualified teachers... Read more

Hay Park is a free playgroup that is situated in the grounds of Hay Park Primary School and we would love for any new families and whānau to join us. The playgroup provides a fun and friendly atmosphere where children and their families can learn and play alongside others, make new friends, support each other and be involved in the running of playgroup. Hay Park Playgroup celebrates all cultures and ethnicities, we believe it enhances and nurtures the teaching, sharing and learning that takes place... Read more

“EMPOWERING CHILDREN TO BE CONFIDENT LEARNERS” At Little Scholars Learning Centre, we value the importance of families. We encourage parents and whanau to share in their child’s day and engage in setting their child’s individual development plan with our staff. Our qualified and caring staff ensure that children’s needs are always put first, and that a fun, interactive environment is maintained for your child. Why choose our Centre? Little Scholars has been part of the community for... Read more

Beachcomber Kindergarten is a small private Early Childhood Centre, offering childcare and education in a home like setting at 95 Hutchinsons Road, Howick. A team of qualified and experienced educators provide a high quality programme that enhances and extends children's learning. Our lower ratio of 1:7 allows teachers to work with individual children supporting their interests and holistic development. Our early childhood centre is licensed for 30 children from 2 to 5 years of age. We are... Read more

Weymouth Playcentre is more than a playgroup, it is where you can find your 'village'. Nau mai, haere mai. Come, stay, play and learn alongside your child/ren (0 - 6 years) here. At Weymouth Playcentre it is FREE to attend. Children get the opportunity to learn and explore in a fun and safe environment. The curiosity and creativity of our tamariki is nurtured in a way that allows them to learn about themselves and their world. Your child will be given a chance to explore, create, climb,... Read more

Edukids BaverstockEduKids Baverstock education and care Centre is located in the centre of East Auckland, operating right next door to Baverstock Oaks School. We pride ourselves on positive working relationships with families. Families are involved in various events throughout the year including the Centre programme, annual celebrations of cultures and community events. EduKids Baverstock promotes, enhances and supports children’s learning and development. We have four dedicated rooms caring for... Read more

Our kindergartens provide a safe, nurturing and enriching learning environment for children, our future leaders. The education we provide supports and encourages children to become competent and confident learners. All teaching staff are qualified in early childhood education. They hold a current teacher registration and first aid certificates. We believe a partnership between children, teachers, family/whanau and the community is fundamental to a positive quality learning environment. Established... Read more

We are a purpose built, quality childcare facility providing care and education for children aged between 0 and 5. We have fabulous spacious environments including an indoor gym an outdoor soccer field. We offer a ready for school programme and a phonics based literacy programme. Our mission- To enable children to enjoy and meet their full potential by creating a fun and positive learning environment for them to prosper and succeed as individuals. We offer full time, part time and sessional care.... Read more

Built in 1897, Ponsonby Community Centre was initially a school. It was purchased by Auckland City Council in 1958 for use as a hall. The Centre has been rebuilt and completely refurbished since a fire in August 1999. Since 1990, the Centre has offered expanded services including children's and adult education, events and programmes, community group meetings, as well as being a venue for hire. We offer: Yoga classes, AA and NA meetings, Toastmaster, Essentially men groups, kids Baking classes,... Read more

Pakuranga Learning Centre is a preschool daycare offering early childhood education and care for babies and preschoolers from 3 months to 5 years. We provide all day or part day services for these children. Play areas for the under 2 year olds and for the over 2’s are safe, spacious and well resourced. Children are able to engage in activities and experiences that extend their creativity, challenge them physically, promote friendships and enable them to develop thinking and reasoning skills. At... Read more

Learn shapes and colors from Pukekohe Daycare. Colors can be introduced throughout the course of your normal day. A trip to the grocery store produce aisle can give you lots of colors to choose from something as simple as holding up a tomato and asking your child to identify the color can help cement this knowledge. Practice with pencils and crayons. Your preschooler will love making art with crayons, markers, and pencils, and in addition to expressing his creativity, he will be learning how to hold... Read more

Jump Start Kids is a Mt Albert all day childcare centre with an equal emphasis on care and education. It is privately owned by Roger and Glenda Carter who share the management. We cater for all children from birth to school. There are many different cultures represented in the children and staff and we welcome that diversity. All our full time teachers are qualified early childhood education graduates and most of them are also mothers. We have a chef who prepares delicious meals and snacks... Read more

Lil champs a family-owned and operated group of licensed early childhood centres, committed to giving your child a fantastic start in life. The early learning programme across all our centres is based on the Government-approved National Early Childhood Education Framework – Te Whariki. We aim to provide the best early childhood care, day care child development, infant and toddler care services. Children are at the heart of everything we do. Our three centres (Blockhouse Bay, Papatoetoe and Mission... Read more

Farm Friends is located on a 10-acre lifestyle block in Swanson, only 5 minutes from Henderson. We have been open since 1997 and cater for a mixed age group of thirty+ children, 2-5years old. Our setting is very unique, allowing for the appreciation and care of our natural forest environment, hand rearing and hands on care of our pet animals – with the opportunity to learn about life cycles, active outdoor play and to experience the spacious country grounds. We strive in supporting our families... Read more

We run ultimate messy play sessions and classes for kids under 5. Exploring goop, foam, rice, ice and more in a jam packed hour of fun exploration and creativity. Developmentally vital for growing young minds :) best of all mums you don't need to clean up the mess after Read more