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

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

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

Award-winning babyballet is New Zealand's favourite dance school for boys and girls from 6 months to 6 years. Pre-school dance and music-to-movement ballet classes. With a real focus on learning through play, the unique babyballet syllabus offers four key stages of ballet and tap classes where every child can build their confidence and social skills, learning manners, discipline and respect while developing their basic ballet technique, coordination, musicality, balance, posture and rhythm. All... Read more

Welcome to Rise & Shine Childcare, Mangere Rise & Shine childcare centre is conveniently situated near the airport at 77 Aintree Ave, Airport Oaks, Mangere. Our childcare centre is housed in an up-to-date, modern building incorporating all the features you would expect in a new educational facility for your childs preschool development and mental wellbeing. The centre is architecturally designed and user friendly in all aspects of parking, walk-in accessibility, childcare facilities and teaching... 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

The Good Seeds Children Centre has 80 places 6mths – school. It prides itself on being a family friendly environment for children and their whānau, to develop a strong foundation for their futures. Learning philosophy:  Including Christian principles and teaching in the programme  Children learn through play, children learn best when they are engaged in experiences that they are interested in.  Parents as child’s first teachers, we value the contribution they can make to their child’s learning. ... Read more

Marhaba is a non profit organization currentlyand based in Auckland that focuses on delivering a fun learning playgroup environment in an Islamik atmosphere. We teach Arabic and Islamic education ( in English) using an informal approach that not only gets quick and effective results but also guarantees a heap of fun and laughter for our Muslim community 's kids. We currently offer one distinct stream for our kids Learning Centre for 6-12 years old. Read more

YAELS GUITAR LESSONS FOR KIDS We offer fun, one-on-one, in-home tailored guitar lessons for kids. They can learn at their own pace, with music of their own taste. We have enthusiastic tutors in the Auckland area who will teach your kids how to play, sing and even write their own songs. They can learn with a friend, a sibling or on their own, and have a hobby where they can express themselves all from the comforts of your own home. We have been teaching in-home guitar lessons for over 15 years... Read more

Before & After School Care Creative Kids is owned and managed by Simone Shervell. Simone qualified with an Early Childhood Diploma in 1988. Simone is experienced with the ages from birth to 12 years. Simone has managed Early Childhood Centres, after-school programmes and holiday care programs over the past 20 years. Simone and her staff hold current first-aid certificates. Philosophy Children are cared for in a safe, healthy and stimulating environment where their needs are met and their... 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

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

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

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

At Anchorage Park Kindergarten we believe in recognising and valuing the journey of learning for children and their whānau in our community through a collaborative, inclusive and reflective approach. Partnerships are nurtured and respected for children and adults to experience a sense of belonging and well-being. 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

“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