Our mission as a community based non-for-profit is to "build strong kids, strong families and strong communities". Our After School Care programmes serve fifteen schools around Tauranga Primary Schools: Welcome Bay Selwyn Ridge Maungatapu Tauranga Primary Gate Pa Greerton Village Greenpark Merivale Oropi Kaimai Bethlehem Bellevue Otumoetai Primary Intermediate Schools: Tauranga Intermediate Otumoetai Intermediate We are a provider of educational and developmental programmes... Read more

At Home Grown Kids, we have been providing home based childcare to New Zealand families since 1997. We love that we have had thousands of NZ families become a part of our family, and vice versa, over the years. Home Grown Kids gives your precious little one warm, caring home-based care and you some much needed peace of mind – with a loving Educator and support from Visiting Teachers. Home Grown Kids get to do everything that tamariki should do: climbing, baking, painting and building; laughing,... Read more

DayBreak Preschool provides Montessori inspired preschool education. It is a unique preschool where your child’s potential is developed and nurtured with loving guidance. What makes DayBreak Preschool unique is our Montessori inspired programme and our teaching team’s experience and enthusiasm. Their gifted insight into early childhood education along with their personal and professional accomplishments ensures DayBreak Preschool develops a progressive philosophy and culture of continuous improvement.... Read more

Welcome to Little Big Shots, where our classes offer children an opportunity to learn fundamental movements while exploring a wide range of sports. Through engaging activities, children will develop essential skills in balance, locomotion, and ball handling. We understand that nurturing these skills not only enhances physical abilities but also promotes the mental and emotional development of young minds. Research has shown that the development of these movement skills helps connect neural pathways,... Read more

PLEASE NOTE: ALWAYS contact us by EMAIL or phone for ALL information regarding classes offered from the studio. ALL INFO is on the WEBSITE. (WE DO NOT OFFER ACTIVITIES FOR UNDER 8 YEARS) Read more

Inspired Kindergartens and Home Based Education offers quality preschool education to over 900 children through its network of 21 kindergartens and home based education services. We have kindergartens between Whangamata in the north and Murupara in the south-east while our home based services operate between Whitianga and Taupō. Formerly known as Tauranga Region Kindergartens Inc – Ngā Kōhungahunga Manawanui - we are one of New Zealand's largest and longest serving early childhood education... Read more

Precision Dance offers classes in Twinkle Star Dance (Specialised preschool program), Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Acrodance and Contemporary. We offer competition work and private lessons. Classes are held in our purpose built studio in Chadwick Road, Greerton, Tauranga, the St John's Anglican Church Hall in Waihi and the Waihi Scout Hall. Precision Dance has qualified and experienced teachers who inspire and encourage the children to excel. Our passions are dance and children, we love to work alongside... Read more

Catering to Taurangas ever-growing community at The Lakes, children feel at home the minute they enter New Shoots. Down the road from the local school, and with many parks and walking trails on our doorstep, our early childhood centre is the perfect choice for the many young families at The Lakes. Winner of the 2020 Waikato / Bay of Plenty Architectural Awards, our purpose-built centre boasts high ceilings, exposed timber beams and a translucent roof strip. Within our walls, the rooms are filled... Read more

Fun, safe & affordable Before school, After school & Holiday Programmes We are on site at Brookfield Primary school & also have a drop off service to Bethlehem Primary school every morning after the Before school session, and a pickup service every afternoon from Bethlehem & Otumoetai Primary schools. Being on a school site means we have the use of the school pool over summer for our After school care & Holiday Programmes. Plus use of playgrounds, fields & play areas all year round. We are a well... Read more

Learn to swim at a Quality Swim School in central Tauranga. Lessons for all people, children aged from toddlers to teens, adults learn to swim or hydrotherapy classes, sessions for people living with a disability. Operating for over 25 years, our thermal heated outdoor pool runs all year around in school terms with some holiday programs also available. All instructors are aligned to Swimming NZ qualifications and a family friendly personal approach, contact us for more information for bookings. Read more

From social dancing to competitions, from school age to seniors, there are opportunities for everyone to enjoy dancing as a sport or recreation. Hugh and Sonia of the Supreme Dance Centre endeavour to provide a relaxed, friendly environment, with an emphasis on making dance easy. As Specialists in the field of Ballroom, Latin American, New Vogue and Rock & Roll Dancing, Hugh and Sonia Hodson have had much success in their dancing career - 9 times NZ Ballroom & Latin American, competed internationally... Read more

Play Time After School and Holiday Fun is an OSCAR programme that offers children the opportunity to spend time doing what they'd like to do, in a friendly, nurturing and structured environment, with a variety of age appropriate activities. We have programmes at Fairhaven School, Te Puke, and Matua Community Hall, Matua, and we also have a Holiday Programme only at Golden Sands School, Papamoa. Children from all schools are welcome at our programmes. Read more

The Rugbytots programme has been designed to develop a childs physical, psychological and social attributes, as well as gently encouraging rugby specific skills such as running with the ball, finding space, kicking, catching, scoring a try and much much more. Rugbytots is New Zealands first rugby specific play programme for 2 to 7 year old boys and girls. (Yes we start them young, very young, mostly still in nappies) Offering weekly play sessions for boys and girls in 3 basic age groups, 2 to 3.5;... Read more

After school and holiday art classes for kids! Here at Twinkle Studios, we are all about fun, creativity and the freedom to explore! We provide children aged 7+ with the resources and encouragement to experiment with different techniques, so they can create their own awesome artworks! Our emphasis is on building confidence and inclusiveness for all; providing an environment for all children to thrive in, no matter what their skill level. Courses start from only $22.50 per session including... Read more

New Shoots Children's Centre, a life-long love of learning. At New Shoots Children's Centre Sandhurst Papamoa, we believe that every person is unique, with something valuable to offer, whether theyre young or old. We guide children in uncovering their own unique strengths, and in turn, theyre constantly teaching us. Theres something wonderfully different about a New Shoots Sandhurst Daycare Papamoa. You notice it the moment you walk in the door. Weve long moved away from the traditional model of... Read more

Public Library. Free borrowing of children's books, DVDs, CDs, magazines. Free school holiday activities and reading incentive programmes. Family friendly space for study and learning activities. Read more

Watch & Swim with wild dolphins in The crystal clear waters of the Bay of Plenty. Get closer to dolphins, Orca, whales and Seals on board our luxury 50ft power Cat ' Guardian'. Trips depart daily from Tauranga & Mt Maunganui. Our expert crew of Marine Biologists and Dive masters will ensure your trip with us is a great experience for your visit to our region.We supply all gear, wetsuits, snorkels, masks & fins etc, give a briefing to our swimmers, and also include all drinks, Continental breakfast... Read more

Bethlehem School is a Tauranga contributing school for Yr 0-6 students. The school opened in 1883 as a native school and has a strong link with its Maori community. In 2008 it celebrated its 125th Jubilee. For most of its history the school has been a small semi rural school but as Tauranga has grown so to has the school especially over the last 15 years. From a school of 120 students in 1995 to a roll of 500 in 2016 much has happened in this time. Read more

GROWING AWESOME KIWI KIDS! We are a family of families dedicated to growing awesome kiwi kids. We offer affordable out of school care to primary school children (ages 5 13) at our centres across New Zealand. Read more

Wanderlust Dance Company offers unique dance & fitness classes across Mount Maunganui, Papamoa & Rotorua! Mums & Bubs, Pre school dance, Yoga & Pilates, Barre and Pregnancy yoga are some of the classes on offer in 2017! Get in touch for further information or check out our website for further information! Read more

Horse Haven Riding Academy: Dedicated to the teaching and sharing the love of horses to all ages in the community since 2001. # Coaching # Learn to ride #Horsemanship Clinics #Facility Hire # Pony Stud. We love to help young people who love horses develop greater confidence, understanding and knowledge about horses, to teach them new skills with horsemanship, horse riding and handling and also much of the aspects of the care of the horse. These new skills they will take with them into their everyday... Read more

A stones throw from both Bayfair Shopping Centre and the local beach, New Shoots early childhood centre is well placed for the many families living or working in Mount Maunganui. Five years of planning has gone into designing and building the centre to ensure its a perfect fit for this fast-growing neighbourhood. The architecturally-designed building was inspired by the Mounts famously laidback, coastal lifestyle. It features a stunning canopy that reflects the nearby waves while providing outdoor... Read more