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

Come and try a FREE introductory class at GKR Karate Petone 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 Petone, Wellington, are taught by passionate instructors who are... Read more

If your child is neurodivergent, has special needs or a disability we may be able to help you. Our staff are trained and experienced Objectives FOUR DIAMONDS Charitable Trust is established as an after school and holiday care programme to provide an inclusive, enriching, fun experience and to give a sense of belonging in a mainstream facility to children who are neurodivergent, have special needs, need extra support with dedicated staff who are trained to cater for all their needs. Our Mission The... Read more

Encore School of Music is a vibrant music school offering lessons in various Wellington locations - Mt Victoria, Johnsonville and Churton Park. Let our fantastic team help you achieve your musical goals whatever they may be! We have a wide variety of individual and group music classes for ALL AGES both kids and adults (from 1 to 99 years old!) Bring us your kids from 1 year old and we'll cultivate a love of music in them. When they are old enough to pick up an instrument, our excellent teachers... Read more

Offering children aged 2 - 6 years a Montessori preschool education. Our 2 classroom school with children of all ages in each classroom has a ratio of 1:9. We have 4 fully qualified and registered teachers, which means 2 teachers per classroom, and offer quality care and education with extensive individual programme planning and evaluations. Our hours are 8.30 - 4.30. Open all year apart from statuary holidays. Formally known as Rangimarie Montessori Children's House, we have been operating... Read more

The Duke of Edinburgh's Hillary Award is a programme for 14 - 25 year olds that is open to all young people in NZ regardless of your background or ability. Read more

We offer a fun, safe and stimulating school holiday program. We are fully Oscar approved so if you are entitled to a subsidy through Work and Income we can fill out the forms for you. Our staff are experienced, trained and enthusiastic. Safety is a priority, we have ratios of 1:10 and always have a minimum of 2 staff rostered on. Our daily activities are child orientated, with fun in mind. We are open 5 days a week from 8am until 6pm. There are different options such as casual, part time, full time,... Read more

Taita Cricket is a large successful senior club in the Wellington region with eight teams playing for the club this season, we have also instigated a junior coaching program in the local primary and intermediate schools to provide have a go coaching to students not normally exposed to cricket. This season coming, we will have three Premier teams, two twenty twenty teams, including one ladies team and three one day teams plus 2 junior teams In 2022/23 Taita Premiers won the T20, One Day Ewen... Read more

The Upper Hutt Toy Library is a non-profit community organisation, established in May 1991, with the aim of providing a wide range of educational toys, games and puzzles designed to aid the mental, physical and social development of children. The current annual subscription is $60 for General or $40 for Community Service Card Holder membership. We offer a 6 month membership for $40 and a 5 trip membership for $32 (this is valid for 1 year). The Toy Library is managed by a Committee consisting of... Read more

SPACE NZ Trust works in collaboration with community organisations across New Zealand to offer the Supporting Parents Alongside Childrens Education (SPACE) programme. SPACE is a programme mainly for first time parents and their babies. Sessions run weekly for 3 – 4 terms extending through the first year of your child’s life. SPACE offers parents the opportunity to meet and get to know other new parents; discussions on relevant child development and parenting topics; play sessions with equipment... Read more

Dancepointe Academy is an established Classical Ballet school in Johnsonville and Khandallah covering the areas of Churton Park, Newlands, Johnsonville, Khandallah, Ngaio and Crofton Downs teaching children from Pre-schoolers through to Adults the love of dance and movement through Ballet and Tap. We have a family enviroment which is inclusive and children learn ballet and Tap for fun and recreation, exams and competitions if they wish. There is a yearly concert which also gives children the... Read more

Melling Kindergarten is open from 8.00am until 5.00pm Monday to Friday and we have children from 2 - 5 years of age. We offer 5 free 4 hour sessions a week for 3 - 5 year olds. This means your child will have access to quality education and care for up to 4 hours a day, every day of the week, for free. We are open all year round and only close for statutory holidays. We are very fortunate to have an enormous outdoor environment, an ideal back drop for children's learning and development where... Read more

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

Shine Montessori Educare offers a unique educational opportunity for toddlers and preschoolers aged 6months -5 years. Our curriculum blends Montessori ideology, fundamental Christian values, and child interest activities. We are committed to providing high-quality learning experiences that enable children to develop independence, confidence and high levels of competency. Our qualified and experienced ECE and Montessori teachers act as the dynamic link between the child and the prepared environment.... Read more

Laughalots Playland is giant indoor playground providing all year round protection from the elements of our Wellington Climate. We have heaters in the Winter and Air Con in the summer (the only playland in the region to provide this) There is a café on site so that you can sit back and relax while the young ones wear themselves out playing. The best place in Wellington to have your childs Birthday Party CHILDREN'S BIRTHDAY PARTIES ARE OUR SPECIALTY FREE amusement rides Giant indoor... Read more

Non-Competitive and Competitive swimming instruction for children who have completed learn to swim programs Read more

Hutt Valley GymSports (HVGS) is a gymnastics club. We teach and deliver children’s and young adults’ gymnastics programmes. We also offer holiday programmes, preschool classes, group bookings and birthday parties. Our programmes suit gymnasts of all ages and abilities – from pre-schoolers and recreational gymnasts to national and international competitors. Gymnastics is a great way to build fitness, agility and co-ordination, strength, flexibility and self-discipline. It’s also social and a... Read more

Creators at Home is the home- based childcare programme under the not-for-profit Creators Educational Trust. We are a nation wide educational support service for children 0-5 who are cared for by private educators, family members or a nanny. We have experienced and highly trained visiting teachers who support new and experienced educators and we also offer weekly playgroups and gymnastics in different areas. For more in-depth information please visit our website Read more

Kids at Home provides home-based childcare in the child's home or in the home of the Educator. Childcare is available throughout the greater Wellington area, Hutt Valley and Kapiti Coast. Joining Kids at Home may mean extended family members can gain financial recognition for the childcare they are providing. Our passion is to support children to become competent, confident learners. Read more

Swimming New Zealand's State Kiwi Swim Safe is a programme designed to provide Kiwi kids with access to 'swim and survive' education at school. With the support of State Insurance, Swimming New Zealand supports primary schools in the delivery of their learn to swim and water safety programmes. The programme is designed in three sections: in the classroom, at the pool and at the beach. Read more

YMCA OSCAR programmes are much more than a child-minding service. They are recreation based, and the aim is to meet the needs of children in their out of school hours in a fun, safe and learning environment. Each child is a different, unique person in their own right. While they have commonalities, their uniqueness should be embraced and fostered. Each programme offers a variety of activities that includes arts and crafts, sports and games and incorporates homework activities. We provide a safe... Read more

An education and care centre for children aged 0-5 years located only 100m from Redwood School. We offer a variety of sessions including 4hr, 6hr or full day to suit the needs of our local community. Feel free to come and visit to see what else we could offer your family. Read more

Efil Doog Garden of Art & eco Park is NZunique Garden setting with Ponds, streams, glow worms and sculptures and forest/bush covering 268 acre (108 Ha) Featuring a large Rhododendron collection in the 11.5 arce (4.4 Ha) of Gardens and is one of the founding “Garden of Regional Significance” awarded by the New Zealand Garden Trust. The Efil Doog Gardens are at Cloustonville in the Akatarawa Valley (near Upper Hutt, Wellington – 12 km from State Highway 2 and 22 km from State Highway 1 from Waikane... Read more

Everyone loves to party, so we've teamed up your favourite go to party professionals to bring you everything you desire for your event. At the click of the mouse, we can deliver nation wide, or pop in and see us. You can even book time with one of our experienced party consultants to help you achieve the perfect event. Build a Birthday The largest range of themed and licensed party supplies in the Wellington Region, especially great for kids parties. You can click and collect, have it delivered... Read more

Cafe/restaurant set in a public park close by Wellington's best beach. Bushwalking up into East Harbour Regional Park from the carpark. Ducks to feed. Ride-on toys out for kids to play on. Seperate covered area available for use for parties. Read more

Cake & Bake Kiwi create delicious Cakes, Cupcakes, Cookies, Sweets and Treats for all occasions. Enjoy taking a walk on the sweet side through our website for inspiration. We are happy to accommodate your own ideas so please feel free to contact us so we can make your special occasion happy, memorable and stress free. Read more

Jumping Beans offers fun, child-centred, physical activity and movement to music classes for babies and pre-schoolers ages 6 weeks to 6 years. Jumping Beans goal is to nurture happy, healthy, confident children by supporting Parents/Caregivers and Early Childhood Teachers with fun, interactive physical activity programmes. Jumping Beans is evidence based and designed to develop key movement and safety skills, brain pathways, language, self-esteem and self-regulation. Custom designed, colourful... Read more

Callaghan Equestrian Centre is a fully equipped indoor riding school in the heart of Ohariu Valley offering riding lessons to beginners, experienced riders and competitive equestrian athletes no matter what your discipline. We also run School Holiday Programmes, Birthday Parties, Pony Club and more. Read more