Play Activities for Kids

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 based on the Ministry of Health recommendations for preschool age children. Some of the vegetables are grown by the children. ON our website you can read our latest ERO report for the official opinion about Jump Start Kids. Then take a look at the lovely things our parents say about us under Testimonials. If your child is over three and you book five mornings or afternoons of four hours each, it will cost you NOTHING! 20 hours ECE free will pay totally for your children's education. We ...

Looking for something different this summer? A fun sport for the whole family, all done and dusted in 2 hours? Then Lets Play Ball! The Western Bay of Plenty Softball Association has what you are looking for. We have a range of Softball grades for all ages and abilities to compete in. Starting with Junior T-ball, through to Senior Softball on Saturday and Social Slowpitch on Friday Night. What is softball? Softball is a great game played between two teams composed of 9 on-field players ... Read more in Fastpitch and 10 players in slowpitch. The goal of softball is to score more runs than your opposition by batting (i.e. hitting) a ball and running around bases that are placed out in a diamond shape. You must touch each base in succession, from 1st - 2nd - 3rd and back to Home where you started batting from. Compared to baseball, softball is played on a smaller diamond, The pitches are thrown underhand instead of overhand and runners cannot leave the bases until the pitch has been thrown. ...

Welcome to our page.Richard and Noela have been in operating holiday parks for 20 years. Since buying This park in December 2014, we have embarked on a steady programme of upgrading the facilities which were in a very sad state. The park is split in two by a road to the beach, we have a north side of the road which is more sheltered and direct views out to Sentinel rock. There are new toilet and shower block, kitchen and laundry facility. The south side is open and spacious with glorious views ... Read more of the estuary from the beach front sites, close to the boat ramp and has older facilities which will be upgraded in the next two years. Mangawhai Heads Holiday Park is a great place to start your adventure while exploring the beauty this region has to offer. Located 90kms north of Auckland or 60kms south of Whangarei on a tranquil lagoon style harbour, with adjacent all weather boat ramp and pontoon. A great place to take the kids fishing or watching the many stingrays that mooch around ...

On the banks of the beautiful Waikato River, just minutes from Taupo Towncentre, you will find the iconic and unique family playground, of Huka Prawn Park. With acres of land dedicated to the production of New Zealand fresh water prawns, and pure family fun, Huka Prawn Park offers a day of fun and excitement for all ages. Our activity pass offers all day access to the park. This includes prawn fishing, guided tours and access to the activity loop which is packed with fun attractions. Feel the ... Read more excitement of landing the feisty prawn. You can fish all day, all equipment provided, and once you’ve landed your catch, you can cook it up and sample the local delicacy right here beside the fishing ponds! Tour through the Prawn Nursery where more than a million baby prawns are raised each year. If you’re brave enough, hand feed the baby prawns. But don’t worry, if you loose an arm, we can replace it with a similar one from the lost property bin! Challenge yourself to the Gauntlet, ...

For over 165 years our place here in Te Aro, Wellington, has been a favourite meeting place for locals. We love being a part of the community and we are ready to throw in the hard yards to make sure everyone who visits us has a great experience. The Cross has something for everyone - have a look around and choose the perfect spot to suit your mood. Each area has been designed to create a different experience, a different ambience. Bring in your team from work, your mates, your kids, your grandparents, ... Read more your study group, your special someone, your laptop or your party guests – we can set you up with a space, top-notch food and drinks to suit your occasion. We like to make our guests as comfortable as they would in their own home. Our friendly staff will ensure you enjoy your time at ours. We love to play host at special occasions – we provide you with a hassle-free time with plenty of delicious food and drinks (not to mention we take care of the clean up!). The Southern Cross is also ...

Lil champs a family-owned and operated group of licensed early childhood centres, committed to giving your child a fantastic start in life. The early learning programme across all our centres is based on the Government-approved National Early Childhood Education Framework – Te Whariki. We aim to provide the best early childhood care, day care child development, infant and toddler care services. Children are at the heart of everything we do. Our three centres (Blockhouse Bay, Papatoetoe and Mission ... Read more Heights) are lovingly built, and come alive with beautiful children who make wonderful memories that last a lifetime. The Li'l Champs Infant Program is designed to meet the physical and emotional needs of children up to eighteen months. Care routines are paramount for this age group and our staff will work closely with parents to ensure home routines continue in the centre. The learning activities for this age group are geared to stimulate your child's developing physical and social skills. ...

We are situated directly opposite a sandy estuary beach, which is a perfect for launching a kayak or dinghy or taking the children to explore the estuary at low tide. With the town centre just 450 metres along the road, you can abandon your car if you wish and enjoy the stroll to cafes and shops. Our small holiday park is ideal for families. We aim to provide a safe relaxing environment in which to enjoy yourself and our lovely little town. We have a variety of budget accommodation units ... Read more and large powered and non-powered sites for camping. A few of our sites are hedged for privacy, and shade is provided by beautiful mature specimen trees. The outdoor swimming pool is very popular in summer. The park also has a new covered BBQ area, with two push-button BBQs and plenty of tables so that you can prepare and enjoy your meal outdoors. We also have a communal kitchen, laundry (with new appliances), clean toilets, and new tiled showers, a communal indoor dining area, TV room, boat ...

Whangarei Community Toy Library provides an affordable toy lending service to Whanau of Whangarei. The library makes it possible for every family to experience quality play though an up to date, extensive selection of toys, music, art and sports equipment. Situated in Bank street, with safe, off street parking especially for Toy Library visitors. Toy library is open Tuesday to Friday, 9 am to Noon and we welcome parents/caregivers to visit any time – the Library is staffed by a Librarian and ... Read more a roster of parents and others who volunteer their time to help during the busy daily sessions. WC Toy Library offers a wide range of popular and quality toys and play gear for girls and boys up to school age ... including Ride–on; Water Play, Push/Pull (trucks, etc.), Sport and Outdoors; Family (Pretend Play); Dolls and dolls gear; Baby toys; Educational toys; Construction; Art; Puzzles ; Games and DVDs. The Toy Library depends on membership fees – affordable to every whanau in our area ...

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) ...

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 paint, play dough, slime, gloop, ice, water, shredded paper, foam, sensory rainbow rice, colourful popcorn kernels, pasta, tapioca, chick peas. All ingredients are non-toxic and safe for young children to experience and explore. Messy Sensory hands on fun for under 5s. The best part is you don't have to clean up afterwards. If you're wondering why you should go to the effort of engaging in Messy Play with your child, read on. Messy or sensory play can help your child's development on ...

Open Tuesday to Friday 9:30am-12:30pm ​We are a long-established, friendly Early Childhood facility located in front of Ruamahunga Park and the Manawatu River; which both provide us with wonderful opportunities for excursions and exploration in our own community. ​ Our tamariki (children) are engaged in holistic learning experiences that enrich their understanding of the world around them. They are able to do this within a safe environment alongside their family and whanau (family/extended ... Read more family). We provide many areas to learn and play; these include but are not limited to a library, sandpit, arts and crafts, water-play, swings and climbing structures, blocks, dress ups and carpentry. Terrace End Playcentre offers 3 free introductory visits so you and your whanau can decide whether Terrace End Playcentre is the place for you. We look forward to meeting you soon!

Living Springs is a charitable trust that is based in Lyttelton Harbour, surrounded by native bush and stunning scenery. Only a 20 minute drive from Christchurch, it is the ideal location for groups to gather and enjoy the catering and accommodation while participating in a range of outdoor adventure activities. Founders Field is our new playing field offering a greater range of activities and sports to be enjoyed while at camp and includes a basketball and netball court. Activities include: Tree ... Read more Climbing Boulder Wall Crate Stack Rifles and Archery Adventure Stream Bushwalk Outdoor Living Skills Initiatives Course Low Ropes Course Orienteering Animal Survival Animal Eco-Systems Bush Ecology Swimming Pool Balanz Bikes and BMX Bikes Burma Trail Camp Fire Kahikatea Story Outdoor Ball Games Spotlight / Colours Adventure-Based Activities Carnival Games Code Cracker Rogaine Water Watch Farm Park Recreational Activities On offer are holiday camp options for school ...

Welcome to KidSprite! We are a Cooking School, After School Academy and Holiday Programme with a strong focus on health and fitness. Cooking School: Our goal is to equip kids with basic kitchen skills and healthy cooking knowledge in preparation for later years. Sessions will be geared towards filling lunch-boxes, providing snacks and dinner accompaniments. Cooking will vary from day-to-day but will be focused on ‘real food nutrition’. And yes we are food allergy friendly! Check out our online ... Read more schedule for more details. KidSprite Academy: Each afternoon your child will sweat it out in a fitness class of their choice (Dance, Box-Fit or TRX), learn to be the next MasterChef in our unique cooking class (whole-foods, organic, dairy, sugar and gluten free) and grow their strengths with either Spanish or Drama. We offer pick ups from local schools and options of short days (3pm-5:30pm and long days (3pm-6:30pm) Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Check out our website for more details and ...

Jump into the fun at BOUNCE & BEYOND’s indoor playground - Auckland’s largest indoor inflatable bounce centre dedicated to every day fun!!! Our 1800 sqm facility features 18 of the coolest inflatables that will have you and your family jumping for joy! Kids love FUN, kids need EXERCISE, so why not combine the two? BOUNCE & BEYOND offers you this opportunity! So come join us. Kids can bounce, play, slide, and bounce some more while getting that needed exercise without even realising it!! The ... Read more whole family will have a blast playing at BOUNCE & BEYOND! We have massive inflatable slides, an obstacle course, bounce houses, interactive games, toddler activities and more. Don’t let the weather keep you in the house, come to BOUNCE & BEYOND and enjoy healthy, active play like you would out-doors, but indoors!

Whangarei's only indoor go karts! We have single drift karts and tandem(2 seater) karts. We have two paintball fields, a pine field and a speedball field which we also doubles as our nerf wars field. We have food on site. Fun for the whole family. Ask about our private function hire and birthday packages.

Matthew, Tracy, Charlie and Harry de Woeps invite you to come and stay at Naseby's premier Holiday Park - The Holiday Park is set in 17 acres of Larch and native New Zealand trees adjacent to a swimming dam, just what you need after a hot day in the Otago sunshine. Nestled on the edge of the Black Forest it make it the ideal destination for mountain biking, swimming, curling and enjoying the winter sports Naseby is world famous for. Or why not take a rest day from cycling the rail trail and come ... Read more and enjoy the peace and tranquillity that Naseby provides. Since taking over the holiday Park 7 years ago we have undertaken extensive, environmentally friendly renovations while still keeping the beauty and the history of The Park intact. The majority of our hot water is now heated by solar energy and our main amenity building has been refurbished and is now a modern warm kitchen and relaxing area heated by a recessed log burner to keep you warm on those chilly Naseby evenings. Our laundry area ...

Bonjour, Face Painter/Balloon Artist Virginie is a French Face Painter and Balloon Artist with many years experience twisting balloons - modeling all sorts of creations for all events from birthday parties, to family gatherings, anniversaries, festivals, carnivals, promotional events, wedding and markets. Located in Darfield, but she able to travel to surrounding areas. Contact Virginie for more information Price on application.

These beautiful and tranquil gardens are set directly on the edge of the inner Tauranga harbour. With water-lilly ponds, mature trees from around the world, flower gardens and natural wetlands the gardens are a delight all year round. And with many varieties of birds wandering free and in aviaries scattered throughout the gardens, this special corner of New Zealand is truely unique.  The Gardens The Bird Gardens are on the outskirts of katikati and were created in 1976 when local visionary Chris ... Read more Parker set to work landscaping a little over ten acres of land running down to the harbours edge.With his English background, botanical knowledge and the sites natural attributes of fresh water springs, ponds and wetlands he transformed this once bare land into a beautiful and special garden.Sealed paths meander through spectacular golden Swamp Cypress, water trickles its way to the sea through an elaborate series of ponds.  Most of the original plantings remain to this day and year round ...

Humpridge Jet is a premier jet boating experience in South Fiordland New Zealand, crossing Lake Hauroko and negotiating the white water rapids of the Wairaurahiri River to our Wild South Coast line. We service the Humpridge Track, South Coast Track and the Waitutu Lodge. We are also the only operater on the river with a 100% safety record.

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 ...

Wellington Botanic Garden offers free access to unsurpassed views, unique landscape, exotic forests, native bush, colourful floral displays and gorgeous specialist gardens. Start your visit at the Treehouse Visitor Centre. Grab a bag of duck food and check out the children’s corner for kid friendly activities you can do in the garden. Explore new areas or visit old favourites. The Children’s Play Area has a flying fox and grassy hills for rolling competitions. Come play under our trees ... Read more and let your curiosity lead you. Gardens open daily sunrise to sunset. Free entry.

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 climbing frame Giant inflatable slide Dancing Car Merry Go Round FREE Carousels FREE Dedicated Toddler area with own carousel,climbing frame, bouncy castle and more Great Cafe serving good food and coffee Dedicated Party Rooms for the best party in town Party Supplies and novelties

Our friendly and helpful team of travel experts are genuine ‘Coasters’ with local insider knowledge of the stunning West Coast region of New Zealand's South Island. We can take care of all your West Coast travel requirements including bus, train and ferry bookings. We can advise and book your West Coast accommodation from holiday parks and motels right through to the region’s finest hotels. If it is a family adventure you’re after, we know all the top West Coast adventure activities and ... Read more thrills. Or if you prefer a quieter experience, we offer a wide range of wildlife encounters, day excursions and heritage tours. For the West Coast Wilderness Cycle Trail, we can help with bookings of bike hire, accommodation and transport and offer additional information on the surrounding area.  We offer FREE visitor information & reservation services.  We are the leading information centre on the West Coast operating for over 30 years .  Authorised Tranz Scenic / Kiwi Rail ...

Roll up, Roll up....Come to the Show.... Wellsford Country Show, an outing for all the family on 19th November 2016. The Wellsford Country Show has been a regular event now for over thirty years..come for an easy drive north of Auckland, free parking, with free shuttles in and out of the Park to save you carrying too much gear all day.... Rides, Horses, Farm animals, tractors, vintage cars, Farmers Market, The show kicks off with the annual Santa parade at 10.am lots of floats and fun and a lolly ... Read more scramble after for the kids... Music all day, local volly fire brigade with a surprise demo.... Ambos and police too.... dog handlers...and sheep shearers.... A great place to come if you are looking for a day out with the family.... this is a genuine country show..... visit our website for more info. if you are interested in having a stall or being involved, we welcome enquiries, please contact a member of the organising committee.

Flippin' Fun is simply the best place to bounce, flip and jump! Good weather or foul, we are the ultimate destination for you and your kids. Why, because trampolining is great fun for all ages and one of the best exercises you can do. Our tramps are designed and built in New Zealand with an emphasis on rebound height guaranteeing you can do all those flips and tricks and land it! So for free bouncing, parkour, b/ball slamming, dodge ball and even birthday parties, we are the place to go to ... Read more out West. Check out our website to find out about Little Flippers, Flip Fit and Flip classes. Easily accessed from the North Western m/way and the Upper Harbour h/way for our North Shore customers.

SPACE Wellington Playcentre Association SPACE (Supporting Parents Alongside Children’s Education) aims to promote the value of parenthood and offers ongoing support for new families.

Playco Playground is New Zealand's most experienced and reliable Playground Company. With thousands of Playco Playgrounds installed Nation wide, Playco Playgrounds is the go to company for design, manufacture and supply of Playground equipment.

OSCAR Care for primary school aged children/students Before school, After school and Holiday programmes.

After School Clubs in the Bay of Islands, Kerikeri and surrounding suburbs. All ages. Includes numerous sports, art, cadets, St John Youth and music. Plus holiday programs throughout the year. listings includes club timetables and contact details.

GravityNZ is a 1,000 square meter trampoline park in East Auckland. The indoor park includes trampoline dodge-ball, foam bits, basketball and a ninja course! With heaps of events on during the day, after school, on weekend and school holidays, there's something for everyone. We even host kids parties! Visit our website to make a booking today.

There are many reasons to make Wanaka Lakeview Holiday Park your base when you come to Wanaka. One of the main ones has to be the fact that we are walking distance (10 minutes) to the centre of town. We're also handy to the lake, only a couple of minutes down the road, and we're central to the various attractions available in the area. The park has served the Wanaka area for many years by offering clean and affordable accommodation that will suit all budgets. Currently the park is going through a ... Read more major upgrade which in future will make staying with us an even better experience. Be aware though, Wanaka will get under your skin and you will keep extending your stay day after day.

NZ cafe of the year 2013 and Tasman's best cafe since 1991 Bring the whole family to enjoy our fun filled cafe experience. The enchanted forest is filled with mythical animals, there are tame eels in the stream to feed and giant games to play plus great food and coffee' A Nelson icon not to be missed.

Little River Campground (formerly Birdlands) has something for everyone. Big enough to lose yourself in, but small enough for intimate gatherings. We also have standard cabins available to rent. We are also home to the Scary Slippery Slides- fun for all the family- old fashion fun- a hill, plastic slide and water = super fast wet fun. We are a family friendly campground and also dog friendly. A peaceful riverside camp with the lush beauty of the South Island’s West Coast yet less than an hour ... Read more from Christchurch makes this the perfect venue for any occasion. A natural setting, more like a DOC camp than a holiday park. Back to nature holidays, weddings, retreats, parties, birthdays and with the advantage of affordable accommodation. Plan a romantic getaway in one of our cute cabins or have a camping holiday with your family. Private camp areas for group bookings. Nostalgic Camping is what we call it. Back to basics camping like it use to be. Kids playing on the trampoline or in ...

After school art and craft classes and creative holiday workshops for children aged 5 - 14 years in the Ponsonby, Balmoral, Pukekohe, Pokeno and Drury areas. We also offer private tutoring and run home school classes during the week. MORE AREAS COMING SOON! Arty parties (messy or clean) go down a treat for a birthday party in our studio or yours! Arty parties are available Auckland wide. For more information please email / phone us or join our mailing list by emailing us your details.

Premium Family accommodation offering fully equipped kitchen and laundry and some apartments sleeping up to 6. Resort facilities include free for guest use, kids scooters, Beach cruiser bikes, spades for use at the infamous Hot Water Beach, heated swimming pool with kids pool, Childrens playground, tennis courts and the beach and trendy cafes, just a 5 minute stroll. Priced from $145NZD. Subject to season and availability. Ask for our 'Minimum 3 night stay' special rates.

Let's Celebrate Soft Play Hire provides the perfect entertainment for younger children. Our innovative mobile soft play packages have the flexibility to entertain children from 6 months to 4 years old. As mothers of most toddlers will agree, little ones love to climb up and jump off things and in doing so often hurt themselves and end up in tears. Soft Play is great for year around parties, both indoors and outdoors, providing a safe playground environment for your little ones to have fun. Many ... Read more parties have been set up with Let's Celebrate Soft Play, with excellent results, satisfied parents and very happy children.

Our programme has been designed to develop the child’s 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 more. Rugbytots is New Zealand’s first rugby specific play programme for 2 to 7 year olds. (yes we start them young, very young) Offering weekly play sessions for boys and girls. All Rugbytots lead coaches are first aiders, Police checked and trained to ... Read more a very high standard to ensure the children enjoy their time at Rugbytots in a safe and organised environment.

Top Hat Jimmy - Auckland Children's Entertainer Jimmy is an experienced kids entertainer from Chicago who has entertained in places as far away as Dubai. Trained as a magic clown, and now as a stylish magician with a tuxedo & a furry rabbit he calls Chocolate. Watch him pull a rabbit out of a hat or magically disappear and reappear. Your guests will be amazed as he makes someone float right before your very eyes. Jimmy is available for kids parties, child care centers, kindys, kindergartens, school ... Read more galas, family fun fairs, Christmas parties and much much more. Book today for Jimmy's low introductory price that's hard to match.

Motueka Playcentre offers children a place to learn through self led play. Our sessions are mixed age and run between 9.30am and 12pm Monday - Thursday with a longer 9.30am to 1.30pm session on a Friday. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to stay and be actively involved in their child's learning and become part of our Playcentre family. We also allow drop-offs (conditions do apply so ask when you visit). We have a strong community feel at Motueka Playcentre and warmly welcome visitors. The ... Read more first three sessions are free so pop in for a visit to see what we are all about.