Parents are invited to explore a community-focused approach to early childhood education during Playcentre Open Week, taking place nationwide from 17-21 August 2026 at centres across New...Read More
This week, Playcentre will celebrate 85 years since it first started in the Wellington suburb of Karori. On 24 April 1941 - what would turn out to be the eve of Anzac Day - a group of mothers...Read More
Playcentre’s free Messy Play Week event for whānau with children from birth to school age is being held again this year from Monday 2 March to Friday 6 March at nearly 400 Playcentres across...Read More
Te Whānau Tupu Ngātahi o Aotearoa (Playcentre Aotearoa) is pleased to announce the appointment of Nepia Winiata (Ngāti Raukawa ki te Tonga) as Chief Executive Officer. Nepia brings more than...Read More
Ōtaki Playcentre tamariki and whānau love to connect with te taiao through our weekly nature play sessions - usually it’s the beach, bush, or park. But this time, we swapped sand for snow and...Read More
Playcentre Aotearoa is inviting whānau across the motu to step outside and experience the joy of outdoor play during Playcentre Outdoor Play Week, running from 3–7 November 2025. Outdoor play...Read More
Palmerston Playcentre in North Otago would like to extend our sincere thanks and acknowledgement to the Otago Community Trust, The Lion Foundation, Waitaki District Council, Kiwi Gaming...Read More
At Playcentre grandparents are welcomed as a valued part of our village. Grandmother Lisa Kaukau, who attends Manurewa Playcentre with her 17-month-old mokopuna Anahera, shares her story. Kia...Read More
Playcentres across Aotearoa are opening their doors to families with children from birth to school age during Playcentre Open Week, which runs from 18–22 August 2025. This year’s theme,...Read More
Takaanini Playcentre has officially reopened its doors, marking a significant milestone for the local community and early childhood education in the Auckland region. The reopening was celebrated...Read More
