Kids Activities - Otahuhu (2024)

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 is an internationally recognised early childhood organisation unique to New Zealand. It evolved in the 1930s & 1940s to support families and promote new developments in early childhood education. The National Federation was formed in 1948, based on the original philosophies of child initiated play and the importance of parents as educators of their own children. Today there are 489 Playcentres affiliated to the New Zealand Playcentre Federation through each of the 33 regional ...

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 children, teachers, family/whanau and the community is fundamental to a positive quality learning environment. Established in 1908, the Auckland Kindergarten Association (AKA) is a charitable trust made up of 107 kindergartens, five Playgroups, and five early learning centres across the greater Auckland region. We encourage children to participate in a wide range of learning activities to extend and develop their skills and knowledge. Papatoetoe North Kindergarten is open from 8:30am ...

Established by Eve Gordon and Mike Edward in 2009, The Dust Palace is New Zealand's pre-eminent circus theatre company. Our aim is to create tour-able circus theatre, taking stories from Aotearoa around the world; and to foster circus and physical performance and practitioners in Auckland and Aotearoa New Zealand. First gaining attention for provocative and political burlesque shows the Dust Palace has progressed toward creating more integrated narrative based works as our company and audience ... Read more profile has grown, which is at the core of what we do. Having toured extensively both nationally and internationally with our 13 full length theatre works, we have been focussed on growing an audience for circus theatre and on innovating circus as an art form. From our early cabaret-style works we have been introducing our audiences to a more sophisticated, genre-bending blend of circus and physical theatre; challenging and engaging diverse audiences as well as providing mind-blowing entertainment! We ...

Come and try a FREE introductory class at GKR Karate Onehunga and see why GKR Karate is Australia'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, positive attitude, determination, focus, and of course fitness. Our karate classes at Onehunga in Ellerslie, Auckland, New Zealand, are taught by passionate ... Read more instructors who are committed to teaching and passing on the GKR Karate style and our way of life. When you join our club, you will be joining a community of like minded people who share the same common goal of personal improvement. This will be your journey, and you will be encouraged to train at your own pace. Your instructors and peers will be there to support and provide you with a safe, inspiring and empowering environment to develop your skills and reach your maximum potential. Training ...

Lightbulb Learning Childcare is a brand new centre offering care and education for children aged 3 months to 5 years old. It is well located next to Hamlin Hill Regional Park. The centre is designed to give each age group of children their own fantastic environment. The rooms are light and airy, with glass doors that open out onto a covered deck providing direct access to the fantastic large play areas. This design ensures quality care for each child and offers them lots of exciting choices of ... Read more play both inside and out.

We encourage an interest in the history of the Otahuhu area and preserve items and photographs of historical importance. Our rooms contain a collection of household items, memorabilia, photos and archives relating to the history of the Otahuhu area and how its people used to live. The rooms are open 10am-12pm every Wednesday, from February to November or by appointment.

We offer fun and safe out-of-school programmes across New Zealand.

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.

The Cake Stall is an Auckland based boutique bakery, specialising in modern styles and old fashion cakes and treats. Our wide selection of cakes, baked items a long with sweet and savoury pastry can be taken home or enjoyed at our beautiful Royal Oak location over a cup of coffee. The Cake Stall is dedicated to bringing you only the best products and cake accessories to New Zealand made preserves and bagged goods. We bake fresh daily from the kitchen behind our shop so you can enjoy the wafting ... Read more scent of baking whilst you browse our selection of cakes and accessories. Our dedicated team of bakers make quality goods from tried and proven recipes, to bring you that taste of home you so fondly remember. The Cake Stall can provide catering for all occasion delicious breakfast, luncheons and afternoon and morning teas fare for your business meetings all your office functions *farewells *baby showers *childrens parties *open to any suggestions. Cupcake petites, slices, custard cake and loaves ...

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 ...

We are a netball club that encourages, supports and teaches netball. We exist on a volunteer basis so all our coaches, umpires and admin are all volunteers from within our community. The club provides a major home for Netball, Rugby League and other sports for the community of Mangere, supporting and encouraging excellence in all aspects of participation and achievement. The fostering and promoting sport by offering opportunities, healthy lifestyles and social skills to all participants through ... Read more organized social competition, particularly Netball and Rugby League and promoting participation through Playing, Coaching, Administration or Supporting. We also encourage community involvement with schools and families. We cater for age group starting as young as Yr 1 through to Yr 13. As we are a community based club we also take on any senior players (out of school) who wish to play at either competition or social level represented through our womens or mixed team(s). Our Club currently ...

Ballet classes and lessons for all ages. From 3 years of age to adults. Royal Academy of Dance syllabus. All grades and vocational grades offered. Exams optional but encouraged for all students 5 years and up (including adults). We teach artistry and technique hand in hand. 'Dance comes from the heart and is nurtured in the soul.' Please visit our website lilyfongballetacademy.co.nz Open day Saturday 22 July 9.30am-1.00pm. Term 3 commences on 24 July 2017.

Come and try a FREE introductory class at GKR Karate Mount Wellington and see why GKR Karate is Australia'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, positive attitude, determination, focus, and of course fitness. Our karate classes at Mount Wellington in Ellerslie, Auckland, New Zealand, are ... Read more taught by passionate instructors who are committed to teaching and passing on the GKR Karate style and our way of life. When you join our club, you will be joining a community of like minded people who share the same common goal of personal improvement. This will be your journey, and you will be encouraged to train at your own pace. Your instructors and peers will be there to support and provide you with a safe, inspiring and empowering environment to develop your skills, and reach your maximum ...

The Heart Foundation is the charity that works to stop New Zealanders dying prematurely from heart disease. We are committed to funding vital research, promoting heart healthy lifestyles and advancing cardiac care in this country.

Bay Roskill Rugby League & Sports Club is an Auckland Rugby League club based in the suburb of Blockhouse Bay in Auckland. Bay Roskill is a family orientated club administered by dedicated volunteers and enjoyed by its community and wider. Bay Roskill is a club that is rich in history and was formed in October 1979 when the Mt Roskill Red Devils and the Blockhouse Bay Cougars amalgamated. Mount Roskill itself was a 1947 amalgamation of the Eden Roskill, Wesley, Mt Roskill clubs. OUR MISSION - To ... Read more foster, promote and develop all sports within the club structure. - To encourage educational and life skills to all members which will create a positive and progressive approach to life. - To promote and develop all junior sport in conjunction with Primary and Secondary schools to implant firmly the ideas of good sportsmanship, teamwork, honesty, courage and respect for authority and others. - Building partnerships to encourage more community groups to participate in our community club activities ...

MANUKAU PARTY HIRE specialise in supplying Auckland with clean, quality hire equipment. We pride ourselves on our highly responsive delivery service and our comprehensive product range. LET'S CELEBRATE PARTY PLANNER - Inspiration for Every Occasion. We can assist you in giving your child a party they will love! We can do everything for you - we have a variety of themes to choose from and we will supply everything and set up and create the perfect party. We have packages to accommodate any ... Read more pocket. We also do Baby Showers, Kitchen Teas, Hens Parties, Engagement Parties and Anniversary Celebrations. LET'S CELEBRATE SOFT PLAY - Party Entertainment for Younger Children As most mothers of toddlers will agree, little ones love to climb up and jump off things. Our innovative, mobile soft play packages have the flexibility to entertain children from 6 months to 4 years old. Lets Celebrate's Soft Play provides a safe playground for smaller children to play in ensuring your little ...

We are located at 50 Dunkirk Rd., Panmure, on Mt. Wellington War Memorial Reserve, next to Marist Rugby. A beautiful location with great views of Tamaki River. All playing surfaces have recently been resurfaced with artificial turf. We have 5 Tennis courts, 2 full size Futsal pitches, 1 Pop Tennis court (the only one in New Zealand!!), 1 Netball court and a multi-use leisure court. All sport areas have new floodlights. There is also a well-equipped clubhouse with Table Tennis and other indoor activities. The ... Read more club has made a comprehensive change, from being just a Tennis club, we are now a multi-sport facility, focusing on family and community. The decision to include a variety of other sports received considerable support from Auckland Council and the Maungakiekie Local Board. A significant AC facility Partnership Grant, plus grants from other funding agencies, paid for all the upgrade work costing in excess of $350,000. We have various membership categories (please see the "Registration" ...

“EMPOWERING CHILDREN TO BE CONFIDENT LEARNERS” At Little Scholars Learning Centre, we value the importance of families. We encourage parents and whanau to share in their child’s day and engage in setting their child’s individual development plan with our staff. Our qualified and caring staff ensure that children’s needs are always put first, and that a fun, interactive environment is maintained for your child. Why choose our Centre? Little Scholars has been part of the community ... Read more for 15 years!! Our centre has 3 age focused rooms including a “Transition to School Room” 9/10 teachers are fully qualified and registered teachers, ensuring your child gets the best care and education around! Nutritious vegetarian meals are prepared onsite daily. Allergies and dietary requirements are catered for Diverse cultures and languages within the centre Full educational programme Separate Air Conditioned area for our Under 2 year olds WINZ subsidies and 20HrsECE funding ...

After School Care and Holiday Programmes at the school. We are based in the school hall.

Early Education Centre - Monday to Friday 7.30am - 5.30pm At ABC Ascot Avenue, a BestStart centre, we welcome children from 3 months to 5 years and pride ourselves on our positive relationships with our whanau. We are a child care centre located close to Remuera Primary School and we seek to complement the important role whanau have in children’s learning and development and see ourselves as working alongside their aspirations. In our Infant & Toddler room, teachers ensure they have established ... Read more close and reciprocal relationships with whanau which enables them to reflect each child’s home routines. Our teachers recognize the importance of relationships and ensure the room is a calm and loving place for our youngest children filled with cuddles and smiles. Our children transition to our Preschool at the age of two and we take their lead as to when they are ready to move through. Our Preschool is an exciting place for children where their learning is challenged while they are respected ...

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 children, teachers, family/whanau and the community is fundamental to a positive quality learning environment. Established ... Read more in 1908, the Auckland Kindergarten Association (AKA) is a charitable trust made up of 107 kindergartens and four early learning centers across the greater Auckland region. We encourage children to participate in a wide range of learning activities to extend and develop their skills and knowledge. Sessional hours available.

Auckland Basketball Services was established in 2012 by Basketball Auckland and Counties Manukau Basketball. Auckland Basketball Services aims to efficiently and effectively deliver the key services required to enable basketball in the Auckland region to operate, develop and grow sustainably. We offer a range of programme for young athletes that would like to learn the game of basketball. From holiday programmes to clubs to representative level.

Adventure Plus! Scouting is all about challenging and developing youth. Western Bays Sea Scouts welcomes girls and boys aged 6 to 18, and is part of the world-wide Scouting movement. All ages go camping, tramping and learn lots of practical skills while also having fun. Scouts and Venturers (ages 10+) learn to sail, and attend local, regional and national regattas and adventure camps. Setting and achieving goals is encouraged for all youth members through the award scheme. Teamwork and leadership ... Read more are experienced and lasting friendships made. Parents are encouraged to join in, creating a community, and the volunteer leaders (mostly parents of youth members) are Police vetted, trained and dedicated. More information can be found on our website. Come along and see what we do!

We are one of 14 Premier cricket clubs in Auckland and have been around since 1922. We offer options for all players from Juniors through to Women's and Men's grade cricket, along with social weeknight competitions. Our mission is to sustainably provide a high level of service to the community with ongoing growth, fostering a love of cricket. If you wish to join us in this please do get in touch to enquire.