Paraparaumu

Our philosophy is to create a safe, caring and nurturing teaching environment where parents and caregivers share the responsibility of supporting our Tamariki to follow their individual interests.

We view children as capable, competent, life-long learners and encourage child-led play allowing the children to make their own learning choices, problem solve, observe and explore at their own pace, with our support.

We offer a flexible whanau-led programme that reflects our belief that Playcentre should feel like a second home for the children and families who attend. Adults take pride in the centre and are taught to respect our quality resources so they are kept in good condition.

We run mixed aged sessions, providing social interaction across the various preschool age ranges. We are focused on being welcoming and inclusive of all families who wish to attend. Adults and children alike benefit from developing new and long lasting friendships. Part of our philosophy as a Playcentre is to also provide opportunities and assistance for adults to further their education and knowledge around child development and how they can support children in play.

At Paraparaumu Playcentre we actively support our members to participate in the NZQA level courses provided by the NZ Playcentre Federation.

At Playcentre, early childhood education is a shared journey. We value parents as the first and best educators for their tamariki, which is why parents attend alongside their tamariki – to play, learn and grow together.

Whether you have a new pēpī, preschooler, or are new to a community, Playcentre provides a place for whānau and communities to come together.

If you care for tamariki aged 0-6, we invite you to visit and experience our affordable, unique, and child-led environment. Our centres encourage learning through free play and nurture imagination, confidence, and connection.

Our licensed early learning centres follow the Ministry of Education’s world-leading bicultural curriculum, Te Whāriki, offering 16 different areas of play set up to cater for different interests, skills, ages and abilities.

We also provide a free, NZQA-approved, adult education programme for enrolled whānau to add practical strategies and skills to your parenting toolbox.

We offer three visits before you enrol. Arrange a visit today and experience our supportive, fun and friendly community for yourself!