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

Fun n Play Childcare Centre is a privately owned, offering a nurturing home like environment for children from 2 to 5 years. The Management and Educators of Fun n Play childcare centre aim to provide high quality care and education for young children. Children deserve the best and we strive to provide this by employing trained and nurturing teachers. Within the Centre programme we incorporate the principles, Strands and Goals of Te Whariki- The NZ Early Childhood Curriculum, which reflects the holistic... 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

Established by Eve Gordon and Mike Edward in 2009, The Dust Palace is New Zealand's pre-eminent circus theatre company. Our aim is to create tour-able circus theatre, taking stories from Aotearoa around the world; and to foster circus and physical performance and practitioners in Auckland and Aotearoa New Zealand. First gaining attention for provocative and political burlesque shows the Dust Palace has progressed toward creating more integrated narrative based works as our company and audience... 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

Little Kiwis Early Learning Centre offers a rich educational programme for children aged 0—5 years old. “Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it.” (Proverbs 22:6) Little Kiwis is Christian-based and we believe that growing up with God’s love builds and prepares our children for their future. Our school is located in the central of Manukau City, is architecturally designed and purpose-built for providing a safe, caring and secure environment for... Read more

At Creative Garden, every day is a new adventure a new day to learn, to play, to grow, and to connect with people, nature, and the world around us. Our purpose-built centre is dedicated to nurturing and nourishing children in a natural, sustainable environment. We are committed to sustainability, not only by respecting the environment, but by respecting all cultures, all ethnicities, family structures, values, socio-economic status, and religion. A truly sustainable world is one where we show respect... Read more

*We are offering 40 hours FREE ECE to children aged 3-6 years *We are offering 50% off fees for ages 0-2 years - FREE MEALS - FREE NAPPIES (ages 0-2yrs) Read more

After School Care and Holiday Programmes based at the school. 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

Te Tuhi's name was gifted by local tangata whenua Ngāi Tai and is in reference to their ancestor Manawatere a great explorer who signalled his arrival in Aotearoa New Zealand by making his tuhi, or mark, on a pohutukawa tree using karamea, a red ochre. Te Tuhi, strives to live up to this legacy of exploration by being one of New Zealand’s foremost contemporary art spaces known for its core function of commissioning ambitious new artworks by a diverse selection of artists. The organisation is also... Read more

We are a "Home away from Home" childcare centre based in East Tamaki offering FREE CHILDCARE for up to 40 hours per week: Ages 0-3 years: Two Years Free Childcare Ages 3-6 years: One Year Free Childcare We know that times are tough because of covid-19 and we understand that parents need care for their children so, we are here to help! We have limited spaces so call now or call in and see us. We are open from 6.30am until 6.00pm, Monday to Friday. Read more

Just Kidz Flatbush is a new, purpose built centre licensed for 73 children. It is a beautiful, light and modern environment, extremely well equipped with new and exciting resources. We aim to create a welcoming and nurturing environment that provides stimulating and safe learning spaces, where children can become confident and competent learners. Our dynamic teaching team are skilled professionals who are passionate about the care and education of young children. We promote responsive, reciprocal... Read more

We encourage an interest in the history of the Otahuhu area and preserve items and photographs of historical importance. Our rooms contain a collection of household items, memorabilia, photos and archives relating to the history of the Otahuhu area and how its people used to live. The rooms are open 10am-12pm every Wednesday, from February to November or by appointment. 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

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

One Tree Hill Community Kindergarten offers quality education morning and all day sessions for 2 to 5 year old children during school term. One Tree Hill Community Kindergarten cater for a large local area: Greenlane, One Tree Hill, Onehunga, Oranga, Ellerslie, Epsom and Royal Oak. Read more

Early Education Centre - Monday to Friday 7.30am - 5.30pm At ABC Ascot Avenue, a BestStart centre, we welcome children from 3 months to 5 years and pride ourselves on our positive relationships with our whanau. We are a child care centre located close to Remuera Primary School and we seek to complement the important role whanau have in children’s learning and development and see ourselves as working alongside their aspirations. In our Infant & Toddler room, teachers ensure they have established... 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

If you are looking for quality care and education in a Catholic environment, come and see us. We are an apostolate of the Auckland Diocese. Our teachers are NZ registered & graduates of the Catholic Early Childhood Education Certificate. Better than MOE required ratio of Adult to Children. Great outdoor environment offering a variety of challenges. We explore, play, laugh and develop friendships and faith. Operating hours: Mornings: 8:30am – 12:30pm (Mon - Fri) Afternoons: 1:00pm – 4:00pm... 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

We are an Onehunga based puppet theatre that also happens to run unique and dynamic drama classes for children 5-9 and 10-14. Our approach to the performing arts is based in community and in exploring theatre with all of our senses. We endeavor to impart to children basic “acting” skills as well as encourage them to develop as artists who are open to inspiration and have the tools to tell their own stories. We want the children to learn to express themselves through drama by creating a safe and nurturing... 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