Kids Activities - Papatoetoe (2024)

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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.

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. We start our registration process in late January/early February for our Winter Season. Need to be registered by 3rd week in February to attend Trials for team placement for ages 9 and above. Our 4 to 6 year olds run on a Friday night on the tennis courts 6pm to 7.30pm - during our winter season ... Read more - April to August. 7 and 8 year olds play on a Saturday morning, 9am to 10.30am - they rotate around 5 clubs in South Auckland. during our winter season - April to August. 9 year olds to Seniors play on a Saturday during our winter season - April to August. We run a summer soccer programme for 4 to 12 year olds, from mid October to mid December, then again from mid January to end of February. We are currently looking at a Summer League - we will advertise on our website once details ...

Hillsborough Junior Athletics Club Inc (HJAC) aims to provide a supportive environment that develops the athletics skills of children aged 2 - 14 years. Children are divided into two sections – Junior (2-6 years old) and Senior (7-14 years old). The two sections recognise the difference in the physical development and capabilities of growing children. Although the activities are different, the objectives of both sections remain the same: To ensure the children participate in athletics activities ... Read more and have fun To challenge children to do their best and reach their potential with the full support of parents/caregivers To provide skills and coaching for children (and parents) To encourage participation in both HJAC club nights and external events. HJAC holds weekly meetings throughout the season at Hillsborough Park, Carlton St, Hillsborough, from 5:45pm for a 6pm start. A variety of events are run each week including; TRACK 100m, 200m, 400m, 800m, 1500m, and walks. ...

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!

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" ...

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 ...

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.

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.

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 have a committed group of families who regularly come to playgroup and have strong links with many community organisations. Our warm and inviting place celebrates children as well as their family - including a much appreciated Pamper morning for the adults where we gave each other hand and back massages, painted nails and shared small gifts. 

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 ...

Boutique Childrens Party Hire Furniture and Accessories We make it easy. ​ Partini has been lovingly created to provide a refuge for busy Mum’s trying to plan their child’s birthday party or any children’s event. Visit our website and browse through our unique range of children’s chairs and party tables. We have fun colourful stools, neutral white bucket chairs or beautiful natural wicker chairs for that garden or beach inspired party. Indoor / Outdoor mats and rugs, beautiful ... Read more oilcloths to compliment your chosen theme or colour scheme. Let us help you find the inspiration or that centrepiece to finish your party décor off perfectly, making it the best party ever! You can collect from Pakuranga, or we have delivery options available within auckland. We aim to deliver a few days before the party to ensure no last minute running around or panic on that special day. We'd like to keep things simple and as easy as possible for you, so that all you will need to worry ...

Hello! We are a family run business based in Howick in East Auckland. We have a 3 year old boy called Jack, who I may add adores bouncy castles and who is our chef toy tester. We have so many amazing bouncy castles to choose from, as well as table and chair hire, and childrens party toys and ride on toys. We understand as parents ourselves how expensive parties can be! so that's why we believe we offer very competitive rates, check out our awesome party packages, to add the extra fun factor to your ... Read more next event. Our castle pricing starting from as little as $150, for full day hire rates. We are open 7 days a week, closed on Christmas Day, New Years Day (as this is our son’s birthday), and Easter Sunday. We do offer mid-week specials, please ask before booking as weekday hire as we need to have a driver available. We offer 15% OFF for any Early Childcare Centres Mid Week Hires. All our bouncy castles/equipment are cleaned before and after each hire with anti-bacterial solution, ...

“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 ...

Come and try a FREE introductory class at GKR Karate Manurewa 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-defence skills, Karate training builds confidence, positive attitude, determination, focus, and of course fitness. Our karate classes at Browns Road, Manurewa, Auckland, are taught by passionate instructors ... Read more 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 with ...

Hay Park is a free playgroup that is situated in the grounds of Hay Park Primary School and we would love for any new families and whānau to join us. The playgroup provides a fun and friendly atmosphere where children and their families can learn and play alongside others, make new friends, support each other and be involved in the running of playgroup. Hay Park Playgroup celebrates all cultures and ethnicities, we believe it enhances and nurtures the teaching, sharing and learning that takes place ... Read more with the tamariki.

CLASSICAL GUITAR LESSONS with John Wakelin MMus, GradDipTchg Hi, I'm a guitar teacher offering classical guitar lessons in several locations around Auckland, including One Tree Hill, Meadowbank, and Botany. I have a Masters degree with first class honours in classical guitar performance, and a Graduate Diploma in Teaching in music education. For more information visit my website

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

Welcome to the Original Adventure Golf of New Zealand where Miniature Golf is at its finest. Our courses are based on a pirate theme, beautifully landscaped and give players the opportunity to putt over pirate ships, past cascading waterfalls, through haunted treasure caves and past shark infested waters. So get your family and friends together and come down for a golfing adventure, it's fun for the young and young at heart!

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.

The New Zealand Stunt School (NZSS) provides stunt training to new and existing stunt performers of all ages, as well as actors/actresses to sharpen up their physical performance skills. The NZSS also provides stunt rigging for commercial shows and live theatre, private tuition, regular training workshops, youth camps, horse riding workshops and stunt equipment hire. The school not only delivers world class training in many of the various stunt essentials and specialities, but we also provide ... Read more mentorship to help guide dedicated and talented new students along their journey to becoming stunt performers in the industry. It's not a quick journey, and by no means guaranteed that every student who attends a workshop will get work in the industry and become a full time stunt performer. Our focus has always been to make sure that when an opportunity arrises for you to show what you are capable of at an audition, then at least you will be able to put your best foot forward and know you have ...

SwimMagic is New Zealand's largest and fastest growing swim school, introducing children to the amazing world of water and supporting them using a structured program to develop through their baby, Pre school, School age and Squad years. Choose SwimMagic because we have: - Passionate and fun teachers - Experienced and qualified teachers - Warm and friendly environments - 9 sites nationwide (4 Auckland facilities; 1 Whangarei facility, 2 Palmerston North facilities, 2 Nelson facilities) - ... Read more Step by step programme that builds confidence and safety in and around the water to make children 'safer, sooner'. Free trial lessons are available from 5 months to 3 years and free assessments for children 3 years and above.

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!