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

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

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 learning. ... Read more

Welcome to Rise & Shine Childcare, Mangere Rise & Shine childcare centre is conveniently situated near the airport at 77 Aintree Ave, Airport Oaks, Mangere. Our childcare centre is housed in an up-to-date, modern building incorporating all the features you would expect in a new educational facility for your childs preschool development and mental wellbeing. The centre is architecturally designed and user friendly in all aspects of parking, walk-in accessibility, childcare facilities and teaching... Read more

Howick Children's and Youth Theatre run popular drama & speech classes for children and youth aged 5 - 21years in the suburb of Howick. Within our younger classes we focus on creative play, movement and storytelling. Classes are given games and exercises designed to develop concentration, sincerity and imagination. In our older classes we teach skills such as mime, movement, improvisation and storytelling, and students have the opportunity to also learn stage makeup, mask and clown. Children... 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

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

Allan Brewster Leisure Centre is a large leisure complex in Papatoetoe. Its facilities include a double-court stadium, a fitness centre, squash courts, Kauri Kids childcare and venue hire. Read more

At Creative Garden, every day is a new adventure a new day to learn, to play, to grow, and to connect with people, nature, and the world around us. Our purpose-built centre is dedicated to nurturing and nourishing children in a natural, sustainable environment. We are committed to sustainability, not only by respecting the environment, but by respecting all cultures, all ethnicities, family structures, values, socio-economic status, and religion. A truly sustainable world is one where we show respect... Read more

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

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

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. Read more

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

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

Come and try a FREE introductory class at GKR Karate Onehunga 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, positive attitude, determination, focus, and of course fitness. Our karate classes at Onehunga, Auckland, are taught by passionate instructors who are... Read more

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

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

Kia ora tatou. There are many great reasons why people keep coming back to our centre. We are at the cutting edge of New Zealand Community Education. We are a place where things happen and like minded people can experience the rich diversity of lifelong learning. Quite simply, our Adult Learning Centre does not cost you money – the enrichment you receive will make you money! 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

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

We are a Football Club for ages starting from 4 and upwards to Seniors. We are based at the Kolmar Sports Centre at the Papatoetoe Recreation Grounds off Great South Road or on Sutton Cres, Papatoetoe. Registrations for winter are now open for 2026 We start our registration process in January for our Winter Season. Need to be registered by the end of February/early March for team entries. Our 4 to 7 year olds run on a Friday night on the tennis courts 6pm to 7.15pm - during our winter... Read more

Our aim is to provide high quality innovative gymnastics and whole body movement programmes to children of all ages and abilities in a fun, safe and positive learning environment. Our programmes incorporate fundamental movement patterns and skills which will improve a child's balance, strength, flexibility, self-esteem and co-ordination. Their social skills and confidence are also developed through the exciting movement and learning opportunities provided. We offer programmes for babies 6months -... Read more

We are known as the friendly club. We offer all types of memberships catering to all levels of players. Our Juniors meet on a Saturday morning for coaching in Term 4 and Term 1. 8.00am -9.00am 5-7 years 9.00am -10.15am 8-10 years 10.15am -11.30am 11-13 years Our Intermediates (13-17 years) meet on Thursday evenings Term 4 and Term 1 from 5.30pm-7.00pm. Our Senior Social Days are: Tuesday evening 6.30pm onwards Sunday afternoons 1.30pm onwards Saturday afternoons 1.30pm... Read more

A soccer football club based in Onehunga, Central South of the Auckland district. Onehunga Sports Football Club caters for senior, youth and junior football and welcomes new members. Read more