Art Galleries for Kids

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 renowned for supporting curatorial research resulting in exhibitions that are locally engaged, regionally responsive and internationally ambitious with a strong awareness of social, political and environmental issues. Te Tuhi’s annual programmes include four seasons of major group and solo exhibitions and a series of live events and offsite projects. These are supported by a range of education and public programs that actively engage school students, local artists and makers, community ...

Hutt Art has groups of rangeing from Painting, Pottery, Printmaking, Weaving, Bookmaking etc. We are have tutored classes - see our website for full details

Contemporary art gallery. Free entry.

The City Gallery is dedicated to developing and promoting artists by fostering a dynamic and supportive environment for the arts in the Southland region. Located in one of Invercargill heritage buildings, this former Public Trust building is now a retail space and contemporary gallery. The City Gallery is regularly updated with the best in local and national exhibitions enriching the art culture in the South. The City Gallery Coordinator is appointed by the Southland Art Society Inc. with ... Read more a mandate of fostering a creative environment to challenge and inspire members in the pursuit of the excellence in Art. Membership to the Southland Art Society is open to all Art enthusiasts. Members of the public wanting to find out more about the benefits of joining should contact the Gallery Co-ordinator. Entry to the City Gallery's three exhibition spaces is by donation/koha.

A specialist art gallery and promote the arts through education with classes, seminars , workshops and exhibitions. and provide seminars & journeys also on the history of global art

Hopscotch Childcare and Hopscotch Preschool are two privately owned centres in the rural town of Otorohanga. They’re managed by the owner and Licensee, Charlotte Clapcott. Both Centres are open from 8am to 5.15pm. Our centres are family-based with strong ties to the community. Our children are able to experience many out of centre activities such as: We take regular walking trips to the park, Kiwi House, library and Beattie Rest Home. Our local fire station and ambulance officers visit us ... Read more at the centre. We get to watch the College school performance and Kapa Haka groups. In the summer, our Preschool children visit the local swimming pools every week to have fun and gain some water confidence. We visit the local primary school for their annual pet day. Every year we go on a bus trip to the theatre in Hamilton where we watch a production designed for preschool children. We have a great outside space with lots of challenges, a huge sandpit and a vegetable garden for the children ...

affordable school holiday programme, child care and activities during the holidays. work and income subsidies are available to qualifying families. your fees may even be fully paid for - no charge to you! check Kids Domain out now! Servicing Maungaraki School, Waterloo School, Our Lady of the Rosary School Waiwhetu, Gracefield School, Hutt Central School, Petone Central School, Wilford School, Randwick School, SS Peter and Paul School, Arakura School, Wainuiomata Primary School, Avalon Intermediate, ... Read more Avalon Primary School, Belmont School, Boulcott School, Dyer Street School, Epuni School, Fernlea School, Konini Primary School, Koraunui School, Maranantha Christian School, Naenae Intermediate, Naenae School, Normandale School, Pomare School, Pukeatua Primary School Wainuiomata, Raphael House Rudolf Steiner, Rata Street School, Sacred Heart School Petone, San Antonio School, St Bernadettes School Naenae, St Bernards College, St Claudine Thevenet School, St Michaels School Taita, Taita Central ...

Chans Martial Arts is one of the largest and most reputable martial arts school in New Zealand. Established since 1975, we have a strong network of centres throughout the country, internationally and has links with many top martial arts masters world-wide. We specialise in Tai Chi Chuan & Shao Chi Chuan Kung Fu. Shao Chi Chuan deploys biomechanically sound self defence techniques and psychologically positive teaching methods. This results in the elimination of excessive physical and mental stress ... Read more which is omnipresent in many conventional martial arts. It is quick to learn and is very effective for self defence. We have a special children class for the younger ones and it is great for developing concentration and confidence as well as self defence awareness. The Tai Chi Chuan we teach is the classical Yang Style under the direction of Prof. Yek who is one of the top students of the legendary Prof. Huang Shing Shyan. Tai Chi Chuan has great benefits for physical and mental health besides ...

The Otago Museum shares the natural, cultural and scientific stories of Otago, Aotearoa New Zealand and the world. The Museum is 150 years old in 2018, although many of the items in our collection are far older. Our collection includes over 1.5 million objects, which come from around the globe. We use these objects to tell our visitors more about the world – from here in Dunedin to deep space, from millions of years ago to envelope-pushing research – through galleries, exhibitions, displays, ... Read more tours and talks. After four years of planning and five months of construction, Tūhura Otago Community Trust Science Centre opened on 16 December 2017. The $2.5 million redevelopment of Otago Museum’s former Discovery World Tropical Forest was supported with $500 000 in funding from the Otago Community Trust. Now home to over 45 hands-on science interactives and a refreshed Tropical Forest butterfly house, Tūhura also encompasses the digitally interactive Beautiful Science gallery ...

The Kawai Purapura Retreat Centre centre has grown steadily over the past five years, becoming one of New Zealand’s most popular destinations for retreats, conferences and seminars in natural health, environmental awareness and personal development. Our name: Kawai Purapura’s name signifies the nexus point between the past and the future. Kawai is the memory, the ancestry, the tracing of the lineage from the past. Purapura is the seed of the future. Our vision: Our vision is to create a healing ... Read more space wherein people can find their own potential for being well. This vision will develop into focused healing programmes that not only serve those who lack privilege, but contribute to natural health taking a significant place in overall health care delivery. The retreat: The call to retreat is the call to spirit, authenticity, and joy. It is the call to step away from the many forms of busyness in our everyday lives, to find sanctuary, time for deep reflection and to nourish the body, mind ...

A wild day out. Bring your family along to Rainbow Springs, to meet ours. Get up close and personal with the wonderful birds, bugs and beasts that call New Zealand home. The Under the Sun day pass offers an action-packed, fun-filled, and (whisper it) educational day out. Make sure you take a ride on the Big Splash, and don't forget to head to the crowd-pleasing free-flight Bird Show. We've also got 10+ daily animal encounters for you to enjoy. Kiwi. Kiwi are shy, ground dwelling creatures who ... Read more only come out under the cover of darkness. However, don't worry about missing them during your daytime visit to Rainbow Springs as entry to our nocturnal kiwi enclosure is included in your day pass! For an additional $10pp you can join our Kiwi Encounter Behind the Scenes Tour to see exactly how we're helping kiwi at the biggest kiwi hatchery in the world. What's even better is that proceeds from this tour go directly to our kiwi conservation program. Family pass $99 (2 adults + 3 children) ...

DISCOVER YOUR VOICE, GROW IN CONFIDENCE, EXCEED YOUR EXPECTATIONS The Ella Thomas Vocal Studio is a singing, music, and theatre school for children and teenagers of all ages and abilities. We specialise in Musical Theatre, Classical, and Contemporary styles. Students learn in a supportive and confidence building environment. Lessons are tailored to each individual's ability, age, and interests. ​ Students Learn: HEALTHY SINGING TECHNIQUE PERFORMANCE SKILLS MUSIC THEORY AURAL & SIGHT SINGING ... Read more SKILLS A RANGE OF REPERTOIRE ​ Student Opportunities: END OF YEAR RECITAL​ PERFORMANCES SINGING EXAMS MUSIC THEORY EXAMS SINGING COMPETITIONS The Ella Thomas Vocal Studio offers singing and music theatre training to ages four and over. We aim to foster a life-long love of music and performing and instill healthy singing habits and technique in students to ensure their voices stay strong and fit. Our youngest singers will find a bright and exciting studio to learn in a fun and ...

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 ... Read more learning.  Having a homelike atmosphere within a caring and stimulating environment where children can feel safe and secure. We will nurture an atmosphere of respect.  In encouraging children to learn and develop at their own level and pace, which will give them a sense of self-worth and gain confidence of self-importance. We embrace the diversity and cultures of all children  Strive to nurture children who can build relationships with children and adults, are secure in who ...

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 ... Read more for children of different ages and developmental stages: Acorns (Infants and early Toddlers), Budding Branches (Toddlers), Tall Oaks (early Preschoolers), Baverstock Kindy (late Preschoolers). Each room has their specially designed indoor and outdoor play areas, and the teaching team in each room implements teaching methods and strategies that best suit children of different interests and needs, and incorporate daily activities and experiences that are fun and engaging for all children which is ...

Bright Sparks Childcare is conveniently situated in the heart of Henderson's light industrial and retail sector, at 40 Paramount Drive, opposite the WDHB. Architecturally designed and user friendly in all aspects of parking, walk-in accessibility, and childcare facilities, the centre caters for 100 children and their families. The building has four dedicated rooms for ages 3 months to 5+ year olds, with well-designed areas that ensure secure play engagements, on-going opportunities for indoor-outdoor ... Read more flow, as well as clearly defined spaces for restful sleeps. A well equipped kitchen, positioned in the heart of the building guarantees the daily preparation of fresh, healthy meals. Bright Sparks values children's uniqueness, their ability to learn in meaningful ways, their curiosity and sense of wonder, their cultural heritage and Christian beliefs. Bright Sparks respects and values parents for their unique and traditions, for the aspirations they have for their children, for their commitment ...

Our child-initiated and semi-structured programme recognises the learning and developmental needs, strengths and interests of the individual children. We believe children are unique, with God-given potential to grow as confident and competent learners, healthy in body, mind and spirit. All children are treated with respect and no appropriate learning opportunity will be withheld from them no matter what their background or language is. We believe children’s holistic development and learning ... Read more is nurtured through modelling, instruction, repetition, communication, interaction and exploration with our environment. Programme planning is guided by Te Whāriki and then based on teachers’ observation of each child to develop a curriculum, which covers all developmental areas. Our Rocket programme specifically emphasises early literacy and numeracy skills. Our well-presented learning materials are not only inviting but also challenging. Our Teachers are passionate, qualified and well informed ...

I studied violin at the Lübeck Academy of Music (Germany) with Professor Klaus-Dieter Dassow (violinist at the Symphony Orchestra of the Northern Germany Radio Station). I have profound orchestral experience as a violinist. I played with various orchestras and I was a member of the Cologne Orchestra Society. I worked with children at the age of 5 with no background in music as well as with experienced musicians. I enjoy making music and working with children and adults that range from beginners ... Read more to advanced students. I teach the practical technique of violin playing and the accompanying music theory. I tailor the choice of music and the way of teaching to the needs and interests of my students. I introduce my students to musical interaction at an early stage and let them play musical pieces together. I think that apart from professional teaching and learning, playing an instrument must be fun and my students definitely enjoy playing the violin. I have been living on Auckland's ...

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 Pakuranga Learning Centre, your child will participate in developmentally appropriate activities throughout the day. Our environment and learning experiences presented to the children are reflected in the research and knowledge of emergent curriculum. Our programme is based on the New Zealand Early Years Learning framework of Te Whâriki. We believe in the potential of each child to participate in, and work towards his or her own development and growth within a warm, caring and rich ...

We are a small family owned home-based childcare company with an excellent reputation for caring for and educating children aged 0-5 years of age. We provide two well attended weekly Playgroups where children socialise and learn in safe well resourced environments. We take the time to familiarise families with prospective Educarers by using a well planned settling process to make the transition less stressful for the child and her/his parents. At Home from Home we believe in teamwork this philosophy ... Read more is across the board we believe that children learn through play and also from observing how adults relate to one another. When surrounded by good role models children learn how to behave and socialise well in group situations. Children's Health and Safety is a priority. Taking advantage of all the wonderful activities, parks and beaches in our community is encouraged so good safety practices are essential. We believe in play-based learning in the early years there is nothing quite like being ...

Qualifications: BA, MusB, DipArts, LTCL, LRSM, AIRMT, APSNZ As a teacher I’m extremely mindful of being a facilitator of my students’ musical growth, encouraging them to develop technically, musically and personally with confidence, pleasure and at their own pace. My piano lessons are not just about learning to play the piano. I believe in developing the whole musician and provide a holistic approach to teaching, enhancing and extending all facets of music-making and appreciation. I ... Read more provide personalised tuition from my home studio in Waverley, Dunedin. • Individual tuition tailored to students’ needs and abilities • Students learn in a relaxed, supportive and friendly environment • Play music that’s enjoyable and fun • Experience a wide range of styles from Classical to Jazz and Contemporary music • Instruction and preparation for practical and theory examinations offered • Students of all ages and abilities are welcome, including adult students If ...

Childcare available in Auckland, Waikato region, Tauranga region, Whakatane, Rotorua, Taupo and Gisborne. At Nurtured at Home children are our first priority. We offer children and families high quality learning environments in a safe and nurturing home. Our in-home Educators provide full and part day education and childcare in their own homes for up to 4 children at any one time, and of these children only 2 under two’s. Small ratios mean your child receives individualised care in a nurturing, ... Read more educational and fun home environment. Regular outings and playgroups offered by Nurtured at Home provide your child the opportunity to experience larger group interactions while having the security of their familiar Educator. Our Educators are guided and supported by experienced Visiting Teachers who are qualified and registered Early Childhood teachers. Our service is licensed by the Ministry of Education and is reviewed by the Education Review Office. We believe it is important that you ...

Situated in Harding Park overlooking the town with magnificent views of the surrounding district the Dargaville Museum tell the maritime history of the Northern Wairoa river and has an absorbing display of shipwrecks and relics from the West Coast. Exhibits range from the unique 16 metre long pre European hand adzed Maori canoe to the masts of the Greenpeace ship Rainbow Warrior. Our Pioneer history is also told along with a fascinating insight into the life of the Dalmatian Gumdigger complete with ... Read more lifelike models and operational gum washing machine. We also have an extensive collection of piano accordions. We offer research facilities and gift shop. The Museum has been operating for over 30 years and is well established in the community. Allow at least one hour to tour our facility. Special rate for tour groups and we can arrange morning teas and light lunches. Just contact our helpful staff. The Lighthouse Function Centre adjoining the Museum is available for hire with its fully ...

We know Hamilton has many a childcare, daycare, kindergarten, playcentre – whatever you want to call it – it’s all a bit scary! The Waikato Kindergarten Association offers 29 Kindergartens Waikato, 7 Early Education Waikato childcare centres and Homebased Education in several locations around the Waikato. Where do you start? Find a centre or Homebased Educator near you, see what we offer, meet the staff and enrol. You are welcome to visit anytime; every day is an open day. Your child ... Read more will become a part of our Waikato Kindergarten Association family, where we truly value each individual child. We are passionate about teaching and thrive seeing your child extend their learning and social skills. Trained and experienced teachers provide positive relationships in secure and happy environments where cultural differences and family values are acknowledged. You can be a part of it Proud to be the chosen Early Childhood Education providers in the Waikato involved in the following ...

Tram Rides and Tramway Museum. Take a journey into the Past. Ride the genuine ex-Wellington City trams which last ran in the City in 1964. 4 km return ride through Queen Elizabeth Park to the Beach takes about 20 minutes. Then browse the tram museum with photographs, momentoes and video of the historic days of Wellington trams. Suitable for all ages. All day tickets (as many tram rides on the day as you like) Adult $10, Child 5-15 $5, Family (2 Ad, 2Ch) $24. Under 5's no charge. Open ... Read more every Saturday, Sunday, and Public Holiday (except Christmas Day) 11am to 4.30pm Also open daily from 26th December (Boxing Day) to late in January, and on weekdays in selected school holidays - see our website for details. Souvenir kiosk with ice-creams, confectionary etc. Other attractions nearby include picnic areas, swimming beach, walking paths and tracks, US Marines Memorial (commemorating the US Marines presence here in WW2), and horse riding (Stables on the Park). So much more to experience ...

Lake House Arts Centre is located on Fred Thomas Drive in Takapuna and is housed in a beautiful 19th Century Edwardian/Victorian heritage building that once stood on Takapuna Beach as well as barrack buildings from WWII previously situated on Fort Takapuna. The Lake House has a constantly changing exhibition programme, a café with delicious homemade fare, artists studio’s and a vibrant and varied arts education programme with something for every member of the family, including weekend workshops, ... Read more after school classes, holiday programmes and adult daytime classes. Lake House is open 9:30am – 4pm Monday to Friday and 10am – 3pm Saturday and Sunday. Closed on public holidays. For more information on any of our classes, exhibitions or activities please check our website, email or phone.

West End Scout Group is the oldest surviving Scout Group in Palmerston North. Come join in the fun and adventure! Scouts is for all girls and boys and offers fun and challenging activities, unique experiences, the chance to help others and have a positive impact in their communities and beyond. Young people develop skills including teamwork, leadership, self-motivation and resilience, cultural awareness and commitment. A great place to make new life long friends. For Girls and Boys, ages ... Read more 5-15 Keas: ages 5-7 (year 1-3) Mondays 5.30- 6.30pm Cubs: ages 8-10 (year 4-6) Wednesdays 6.30 -8pm Scouts: ages 11-15 (year 7-10) Thursdays 6.30 -8.30pm

Tikipunga Kindergarten is a purpose built facility with areas for both indoor and outdoor play. Children enjoy the freedom and space of our large, flat outdoor area, most of which is either grass or soft fall. There is a covered verandah area and numerous shade sails. We provide opportunities for children to investigate nature through our Swan plants and vegetable gardens. Children enjoy being able to take the produce from the garden home to share with their families. We are located ... Read more next to Tikipunga Primary School and the children and teachers love to see the school children through the fence. Indoors is a large open plan area with a quiet nook for reading or resting. The walls in this area demonstrate the importance of the children and their families/whanau through photos and shared information. We are well resourced and our programme focuses on developing the children’s strengths and abilities. This is documented in each child’s portfolio where the teachers ...

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 families to create and grow awesome kids. We do not have huge classes as we like to get to know every child individually. Come along and try a class - the first class is free to try! Check out our website or facebook page (Precision Dance) to find out more! Our facebook is updated regularly with photos and news.

Kia Ora, Welcome to Secret Garden ELC, Albany Secret Garden ELC is a high-quality childcare centre, where our highly qualified teachers provide an age-appropriate educational program for all our children We are conveniently located at 428 Albany Highway, very close to Albany Primary School and Massey University, making it easy for you to drop off and pick up your child on the way to and from dropping your other children at school, or work. At Secret Garden ELC we believe that care and education ... Read more coincide together to create a great learning environment that stimulates children. The curriculum areas of science, Math’s, English, Art and Social Studies are integrated into all areas of centre life, with our programme carefully designed to ensure that all our activities provide a positive educational outcome for the children. Call us now to make an appointment, or drop in to visit us, spend some time to observe and experience the children learning in our friendly family centre. 428 ...

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

Gumdiggers Park is an authentic Kauri gum digging site over 100 years old. Go back in time when Maori, European and Dalmatian people formed the gum digging culture and see the basis for one of the biggest industrial booms in New Zealand's history. With an audio visual presentation and information spots along the way, you'll learn about the cataclysmic events which could have caused kauri forest destruction. Explore ancient buried Kauri forests where you can touch and feel logs that are over 100,000 ... Read more years old! See a gumdiggers’ village, equipment and recreated shelters. The park also has a unique Northland gecko enclosure where our rare Northland green geckos can be viewed up close. Explore the eco trail, learn about unique flora and fauna, see some real NZ wildlife or relax in the picnic area. THE WALKS: GUMDIGGERS DISCOVERY TRAIL: Takes around 20 - 30 minutes and includes the Gumdiggers’ Village, The Gumstore, Hoggard Hut Info Display, Gumdigging Equipment, Giant Gum ...

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!

We operate a Cadet Drum Corp at the TMC Upper Hutt. We have snare, tenor and bass drum lessons, with marching involved too. Ages 12 1/2 to 18 years Open to all genders. Meet 6.30pm to 8.30pm on Mondays ( school term only ).

Packed to the rafters with historic vehicles, tractors and machinery - Feilding's Coach House Museum is home to an outstanding collection of rural New Zealand Heritage that will entertain young and old alike for between 1-3 hours. Over 140 years of Manawatu settlement, vehicle and farming history are presented in informative and highly visual displays. There are a number of vehicles that little visitors can 'have-a-go' on such as cracking a whip on a horse-drawn gig, or climbing aboard an authentic ... Read more stage coach, pumping water with a whim and pressing buttons to make things go. Pack a family ploughman's picnic to enjoy with a tea/coffee in our sunny foyer area before exploring the gallery. Or alternatively take the short walk into town and visit the many local cafe's, bakeries or the award-winning Feilding Farmers market on a Friday. Our all-weather Museum is open 7 days 10 am - 4 pm and is a great opportunity to introduce your children to the way things were back in the 'olden days.' Visiting ...