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

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

Come and try a FREE introductory class at GKR Karate Ormiston 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-defense skills, Karate training builds confidence, a positive attitude, determination, focus, and of course fitness. Our karate classes at Ormiston, Auckland, are taught by passionate instructors who... Read more

The New Zealand Stunt School (NZSS) provides stunt training to new and existing stunt performers of all ages, as well as actors/actresses to sharpen up their physical performance skills. The NZSS also provides stunt rigging for commercial shows and live theatre, private tuition, regular training workshops, youth camps, horse riding workshops and stunt equipment hire. The school not only delivers world class training in many of the various stunt essentials and specialities, but we also provide... Read more

Stepz Dance Studio is a social and professional dance studio catering for all levels and ambitions. Are you ready to put on YOUR dancing shoes?! > Learning to dance starts with STEPZ! > And those first steps are FREE! > Whether its the cha cha, Rumba, Foxtrot, Salsa, or Rock n Roll! > Stepz has dance classes from beginner to professional > With your first lesson free! > Brush up on ya moves, get fit and meet new people! > Two left feet? No worries! All... 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

Established in 1959, Papakura City Football Club has grown to be the largest football club in South Auckland attracting players from a diverse demographic and ethnic community as well as from overseas, ranging in age from 4 - 60+. The success of the club continues as Football has become the most popular junior and youth sport in New Zealand. The goal is to provide the physical facilities and resources that will consistently develop players to the highest echelons of the sport. But just as importantly,... Read more

Welcome to the Original Adventure Golf of New Zealand where Miniature Golf is at its finest. Our courses are based on a pirate theme, beautifully landscaped and give players the opportunity to putt over pirate ships, past cascading waterfalls, through haunted treasure caves and past shark infested waters. So get your family and friends together and come down for a golfing adventure, it's fun for the young and young at heart! Read more

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

First Steps Maich education & childcare centre is recognized for its cultural diversity setting, surrounded by passionate and dedicated staff. Located in a quiet residential area in the heart of Manurewa & very close to many utilities, we cater for children from 3 months to 5 years in 4 rooms suitable for different age groups with spacious indoor and outdoor play areas. Our unique Be School Ready initiative has been developed to ensure that children leave the centre as confident, capable learners... 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

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

Ocare Health & Beauty is a company that sells baby products and toys. They have been in business for over 30 years and are based out of Auckland, New Zealand. The company's goal is to help parents with children under the age of 2 by providing them with products such as teething rings, soothers, and jellycat toys. We are your friends who care about your health and well-being even more than yourself. We provide customers with the highest quality brands, treatments, service, information and advice.... Read more

Our babyballet dance classes give every child from 1 years old to 6 years old the chance to dance and have fun! By learning through play, our qualified and welcoming teachers give toddlers, preschoolers & young children the chance to dance in their own unique way, having fun and making friends along the way, making this the perfect activity choice. Our award winning dance programme and syllabus has been carefully designed by leading international preschool dance and ballet experts. Our dance... Read more

The Howick Gymnastic Club is a non-profit organisation and has been in existence since 1976. We have classes in babygym, playgym, recreation gymnastics, disability gymnastics, competitive gymnastics, trampolining, and tumbling. We run classes for both boys and girls from the age of six months to young adults. We pride ourselves on being a friendly and family-orientated club that promotes fun, friendship and fitness. Read more

Come and try a FREE introductory class at GKR Karate Three Kings 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 Three Kings, Auckland, are taught by passionate instructors who are committed... Read more

Howick Softball Club (Fencibles) Inc was founded over 40 years ago. The Club prides itself on being a large family club that feature members, who not only grew up playing at the Club, but now have their own children also playing. Many senior players are currently coaching juniors within the club. Our home ground is situated at 41 Meadowlands Reserve, Howick with 5 Senior Size Diamonds, including two Skin Diamonds. We have a large presence within our community and enjoy providing a great... 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

Hillsborough Junior Athletics Club is a junior athletics club for kids aged 2-14. We have been running continuously since 1956. We pride ourselves on promoting a range of athletics activities in a fun, safe and inclusive environment. Come along to make friends and have fun with your family. We meet on Wednesday evenings at 5:45pm during term 4 and term 1. Read more

After School Care and Holiday Programmes based at the school. 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

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

Calling all family detectives! If you love doing challenging things as a family, solving puzzles and mysteries or you just love to try new experiences, then Escape HQ is just what you're after! Escape HQ is Auckland's most premium and immersive real live interactive escape room experience. Teams of up to six people are locked in a room for 60 minutes and must find clues, crack puzzles and solve the crime before time runs out! It's non-stop, adrenalin pumping, brain activity at its best! Current... Read more

We run Messy Play Events for preschoolers around Auckland, currently in Meadowbank and Takapuna. You can book and pay online for as many or as few as you like. Mess it up is developmental messy play, where your child can explore, discover, think, learn and problem solve using all their senses. Messy or sensory play helps connect neural pathways to aid brain development in early childhood. We use many different sensory and messy mediums in each session such as edible finger paint, tempera... 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