Childcare Options in PoriruaFrom in-home care to nation-wide early childhood education centres, Porirua has a range of childcare options to suit individual each family's needs. Please contact me if you know of other options to add! toddlerintow@gmail.com.
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20 Hours Free Early Childhood Care
From 1 July 2010 all three, four and five-year old children are able to go to early childhood education (ECE) services for six hours a day, 20 hours a week at no charge. 20 Hours ECE applies to all teacher-led ECE services, kōhanga reo and Playcentres. For more information download the PDF fact Sheet to the right or see the Ministry of Education's Website. |
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Mana Early Learning Centre, Mana
30 Marina View, Mana
(04) 233 1233
office@manaelc.co.nz
www.manaelc.co.nz
"Mana Early Learning Centre is a brand new Early Learning Centre, open since June 2009. Our Centre is a superb facility; warm, light, spacious, highly resourced, and fun to be in. We have four separate rooms for the children, so that all can grow and develop in an age-appropriate environment. We cater for 50 over two year olds and 25 under two year olds, 75 children in total. We have 4 Separate rooms for our different age groups. Two in the over two's and Two in the under two's." (Copied from Mana ELC website & facebook page)
(04) 233 1233
office@manaelc.co.nz
www.manaelc.co.nz
"Mana Early Learning Centre is a brand new Early Learning Centre, open since June 2009. Our Centre is a superb facility; warm, light, spacious, highly resourced, and fun to be in. We have four separate rooms for the children, so that all can grow and develop in an age-appropriate environment. We cater for 50 over two year olds and 25 under two year olds, 75 children in total. We have 4 Separate rooms for our different age groups. Two in the over two's and Two in the under two's." (Copied from Mana ELC website & facebook page)
Pauatahanui Preschool
12B Paekakariki Hill Rd, Pauatahanui
04-234 7372
peces@xtra.co.nz
The Preschool is a community-based preschool intended for rural children, which operates independently from Pauatahanui School, but shares the school campus, and has a close and happy relationship with the school.
The centre provides excellent preschool care and education for all preschool children over two years of age, with high teacher ratios and glowing ERO (Educational Review Office) reports. The centre has a spacious open plan indoor area with great resources, and a large, safe outdoor area which includes a giant sandpit, slide, swings, fort and a level grass area which all lead young imagination in play.
The preschool is managed in its entirety by a voluntary management committee of centre parents, who are elected each year in March. This committee works closely with the centre supervisor/head teacher, Chris Nolan, to ensure the smooth running of the centre on all levels including staff/teaching contracts, ministry requirements/regulations and financial auditing.
The centre joined the free early childhood education government scheme in February 2008 (better known as 20 free hours), which entitles all 3 and 4 year olds to 20 free hours free childcare per week. Normal fees, with partial funding as per all preschool centres, apply to all children under 3 years old, and to children aged 3 and 4 who attend for more than 20 hours per week. The centre is open full days, 9am -3pm Monday-Thursday and 8.30am - 12.45pm on Fridays.
04-234 7372
peces@xtra.co.nz
The Preschool is a community-based preschool intended for rural children, which operates independently from Pauatahanui School, but shares the school campus, and has a close and happy relationship with the school.
The centre provides excellent preschool care and education for all preschool children over two years of age, with high teacher ratios and glowing ERO (Educational Review Office) reports. The centre has a spacious open plan indoor area with great resources, and a large, safe outdoor area which includes a giant sandpit, slide, swings, fort and a level grass area which all lead young imagination in play.
The preschool is managed in its entirety by a voluntary management committee of centre parents, who are elected each year in March. This committee works closely with the centre supervisor/head teacher, Chris Nolan, to ensure the smooth running of the centre on all levels including staff/teaching contracts, ministry requirements/regulations and financial auditing.
The centre joined the free early childhood education government scheme in February 2008 (better known as 20 free hours), which entitles all 3 and 4 year olds to 20 free hours free childcare per week. Normal fees, with partial funding as per all preschool centres, apply to all children under 3 years old, and to children aged 3 and 4 who attend for more than 20 hours per week. The centre is open full days, 9am -3pm Monday-Thursday and 8.30am - 12.45pm on Fridays.
Leaps and Bounds, Grenada
39 Grenada Drive
(04) 477 0582
grenada@leapsandboundselc.co.nz
Website
When it comes to deciding what is best for you and your child, you are the expert. Trust your instincts to help you decide what you value and what care situation will best meet your child’s needs. At the Leaps and Bounds Early Learning Centre and daycare we will provide a warm, caring, family environment striving for high quality care and education for infants and pre-schoolers. Our partnership with parents as first teachers is recognised and the relationship between teacher, child and parent is fostered.
Our childcare centre is a purpose built, state-of-the-art facility. We have been open since April 2013 and have made steady progress in providing an ELC in Wellington which provides an awesome stimulating programme and opportunities for your children. We pride ourselves in providing large working spaces for the children as well as the teachers.
The daycare has a large playground, providing outdoor opportunities and challenges to complement the inside environment. Children are able to explore in the natural environment and help feed the worms and planting our gardens with food to be used in the kitchen. Their imagination has unlimited opportunities as they chose which sandpit they would like to play in and tunnels to explore and hide in. (Information copied from website)
(04) 477 0582
grenada@leapsandboundselc.co.nz
Website
When it comes to deciding what is best for you and your child, you are the expert. Trust your instincts to help you decide what you value and what care situation will best meet your child’s needs. At the Leaps and Bounds Early Learning Centre and daycare we will provide a warm, caring, family environment striving for high quality care and education for infants and pre-schoolers. Our partnership with parents as first teachers is recognised and the relationship between teacher, child and parent is fostered.
Our childcare centre is a purpose built, state-of-the-art facility. We have been open since April 2013 and have made steady progress in providing an ELC in Wellington which provides an awesome stimulating programme and opportunities for your children. We pride ourselves in providing large working spaces for the children as well as the teachers.
The daycare has a large playground, providing outdoor opportunities and challenges to complement the inside environment. Children are able to explore in the natural environment and help feed the worms and planting our gardens with food to be used in the kitchen. Their imagination has unlimited opportunities as they chose which sandpit they would like to play in and tunnels to explore and hide in. (Information copied from website)
Kindercare, Aotea
41 Aotea Drive, Aotea
04 237 7937
http://www.kindercare.co.nz/
aotea@kindercare.co.nz
"Our curriculum is all about ensuring that young children reach their full
potential through the outstanding care and education that we provide. We don't
fit your child into our education program, we adjust our program to meet their
needs. Through our care and education, children don't just learn, they have fun
learning!" (Information copied from website)
04 237 7937
http://www.kindercare.co.nz/
aotea@kindercare.co.nz
"Our curriculum is all about ensuring that young children reach their full
potential through the outstanding care and education that we provide. We don't
fit your child into our education program, we adjust our program to meet their
needs. Through our care and education, children don't just learn, they have fun
learning!" (Information copied from website)
Countrylife Daycare
Countrylife Daycare
83 Woodburn Drive, Takapu Valley Wellington
Phone: 04 232 3245 or 021 467 110
cid@countrylifedaycare.co.nz
www.countrylifedaycare.co.nz
"We are a purpose-built and privately owned Early Learning Centre which caters to young children from the ages of 9 months to 5 years of age. We choose to only have a maximum of 30 children at any one time, with our hours being 7:30am to 6:00pm.
We provide large indoor and outdoor facilities so that each child may grow into well grounded independent individuals with a strong nurturing support from all our teachers.
We believe in a positive attitude towards life with strong life skills in nurturing, social interactions and healthy eating habits. We have an experienced chef who provides all our meals for our children to ensure a well balanced diet each day.
Our children have interactions with different farm animals, plus growing their own vegetables in our vegetable garden. This helps children with an understanding of how to care for the animals, plus tend to the vegetables and see how they grow.
Our centre has an 'open door' policy which we encourage from all parents to participate in their childrens learning. Each child has a portfolio, which is a great tool to enable each parent to reflect on their child's learning and development."
83 Woodburn Drive, Takapu Valley Wellington
Phone: 04 232 3245 or 021 467 110
cid@countrylifedaycare.co.nz
www.countrylifedaycare.co.nz
"We are a purpose-built and privately owned Early Learning Centre which caters to young children from the ages of 9 months to 5 years of age. We choose to only have a maximum of 30 children at any one time, with our hours being 7:30am to 6:00pm.
We provide large indoor and outdoor facilities so that each child may grow into well grounded independent individuals with a strong nurturing support from all our teachers.
We believe in a positive attitude towards life with strong life skills in nurturing, social interactions and healthy eating habits. We have an experienced chef who provides all our meals for our children to ensure a well balanced diet each day.
Our children have interactions with different farm animals, plus growing their own vegetables in our vegetable garden. This helps children with an understanding of how to care for the animals, plus tend to the vegetables and see how they grow.
Our centre has an 'open door' policy which we encourage from all parents to participate in their childrens learning. Each child has a portfolio, which is a great tool to enable each parent to reflect on their child's learning and development."
First Five Childcare Centre, Porirua
First Five Childcare Centre
8 Upper Main Drive
Porirua Hospital
www.firstfivechildcare.co.nz
firstfiveinc@xtra.co.nz
Phone: 04 237 4093
Opening Hours: 7:30am - 5:25pm Monday to Friday
"First Five is a community-based, not-for-profit early childhood centre that provides education and care for children aged between 4 months and 5 years. Our role of 24 is split into two groups of 16 children aged over two and 8 children aged under two.
Our philosophy is based on the principle of partnership between parents/whānau and teachers to provide a child-initiated curriculum. First Five has a highly experienced and well-qualified teaching team of 7, with a very low turnover of teachers. The centre operates a ‘primary caregiver’ system to ensure children’s individual wellbeing and to develop and promote relationships between teachers and children and their families. The curriculum is carefully planned and is based on the principles of Te Whâriki and Kei Tua O Te Pai, to foster each child’s development with care and education elements intertwined to promote holistic development. First Five Inc. is committed to children feeling safe, enjoying their experiences and having fun at the centre.
First Five Childcare Centre is conveniently located in the grounds of Porirua Hospital, just minutes from Porirua city centre and railway station or State Highway One into Wellington.
Feel free to call us and arrange a time to visit. We would be pleased to show you around and answer any questions you may have."
8 Upper Main Drive
Porirua Hospital
www.firstfivechildcare.co.nz
firstfiveinc@xtra.co.nz
Phone: 04 237 4093
Opening Hours: 7:30am - 5:25pm Monday to Friday
"First Five is a community-based, not-for-profit early childhood centre that provides education and care for children aged between 4 months and 5 years. Our role of 24 is split into two groups of 16 children aged over two and 8 children aged under two.
Our philosophy is based on the principle of partnership between parents/whānau and teachers to provide a child-initiated curriculum. First Five has a highly experienced and well-qualified teaching team of 7, with a very low turnover of teachers. The centre operates a ‘primary caregiver’ system to ensure children’s individual wellbeing and to develop and promote relationships between teachers and children and their families. The curriculum is carefully planned and is based on the principles of Te Whâriki and Kei Tua O Te Pai, to foster each child’s development with care and education elements intertwined to promote holistic development. First Five Inc. is committed to children feeling safe, enjoying their experiences and having fun at the centre.
First Five Childcare Centre is conveniently located in the grounds of Porirua Hospital, just minutes from Porirua city centre and railway station or State Highway One into Wellington.
Feel free to call us and arrange a time to visit. We would be pleased to show you around and answer any questions you may have."
Homegrown Kids
http://www.homegrownkids.co.nz/
Freephone 0508 44 5437
"At HGK, we provide Home-Based Childcare for your pre-schooler in either your
place or one of ours. Our website is the most comprehensive source of
information you will find when looking for care for your child. We can provide
you with assistance on everything you need to know about child care, and our
service is FREE. No joining fees and no hidden costs. We have plenty of Families at Home Grown Kids that share a Nanny to help with the cost."
Freephone 0508 44 5437
"At HGK, we provide Home-Based Childcare for your pre-schooler in either your
place or one of ours. Our website is the most comprehensive source of
information you will find when looking for care for your child. We can provide
you with assistance on everything you need to know about child care, and our
service is FREE. No joining fees and no hidden costs. We have plenty of Families at Home Grown Kids that share a Nanny to help with the cost."
Porse Mana
Unit 2 Bridgepoint Complex, 15 Marina View, Mana
(04) 233 0494
mana@porse.co.nz
http://www.porse.co.nz/node/99
"Whether you choose a Nanny or Home Educator, you can have peace of mind that your child and educator through the PORSE Programme will experience a safe and stimulating environment that will support their early learning and development." (copied from Porse website)
(04) 233 0494
mana@porse.co.nz
http://www.porse.co.nz/node/99
"Whether you choose a Nanny or Home Educator, you can have peace of mind that your child and educator through the PORSE Programme will experience a safe and stimulating environment that will support their early learning and development." (copied from Porse website)
Bronwyn's Place, Titahi Bay
11 Dimock Street, Titahi Bay
(04) 236 7227
Opening Hours: Monday-Friday, 7am-6pm
Bronwyn’s Place is a privately owned company providing preschool care and education to children from 0 to 5 years. They have two centres on the same premises; one catering for under 2’s, the other for over 2’s. The centre has been in operation since 1991.
(04) 236 7227
Opening Hours: Monday-Friday, 7am-6pm
Bronwyn’s Place is a privately owned company providing preschool care and education to children from 0 to 5 years. They have two centres on the same premises; one catering for under 2’s, the other for over 2’s. The centre has been in operation since 1991.
Sand Dunes, Plimmerton
5 Northpoint Street, Plimmerton
(04) 233 8839
"We pride ourselves in providing a tidy, organised and stimulating environment that is rich in literacy and creativity. We believe in providing an environment that is child initiated, developmentally appropriate yet challenging in body and mind. Our indoor environment is warm, welcoming, busy yet calm and expresses a home like atmosphere. The environment is set up to encourage a choice of core play experiences where play and creativity is encouraged constructively. We believe children’s play is their “work” and so value the importance of free play in a safe and secure environment." (Copied from Sand Dunes website)
(04) 233 8839
"We pride ourselves in providing a tidy, organised and stimulating environment that is rich in literacy and creativity. We believe in providing an environment that is child initiated, developmentally appropriate yet challenging in body and mind. Our indoor environment is warm, welcoming, busy yet calm and expresses a home like atmosphere. The environment is set up to encourage a choice of core play experiences where play and creativity is encouraged constructively. We believe children’s play is their “work” and so value the importance of free play in a safe and secure environment." (Copied from Sand Dunes website)
Educare Whitby (formerly Whitby Childcare Centre)
04 234 7724
49 Spinnaker Drive, Whitbywww.educarenorth.co.nz
"Welcome to Whitby Educare situated in the Whitby suburb, which sits alongside the picturesque Pauatahanui inlet. We are located just off the main route and attract families from both the Hutt Valley and Porirua. Our centre is just 25 minute drive from central Wellington.
We are a multicultural centre with staff and pupils from many nationalities, who cherish the diversity and share wonderful cultural experiences. Our enthusiastic staff believe in bringing out the potential in every child through nurturing and individual guidance, and interactions via a holistic approach. Our planning reflects the child’s current learning interest’s and are projected through the children’s learning stories. Our recent topics have included the Matariki celebrations, the Olympic games, and the on-going natural changes to our current surroundings.
The centre is in the early stages of a long environmental sustainability journey. We aim to create natural play areas where the children can both explore, learn to respect the natural materials and enhance them by their ongoing care and consideration. We currently have spaces available for children aged 6 months to 5 years." - From their website
49 Spinnaker Drive, Whitbywww.educarenorth.co.nz
"Welcome to Whitby Educare situated in the Whitby suburb, which sits alongside the picturesque Pauatahanui inlet. We are located just off the main route and attract families from both the Hutt Valley and Porirua. Our centre is just 25 minute drive from central Wellington.
We are a multicultural centre with staff and pupils from many nationalities, who cherish the diversity and share wonderful cultural experiences. Our enthusiastic staff believe in bringing out the potential in every child through nurturing and individual guidance, and interactions via a holistic approach. Our planning reflects the child’s current learning interest’s and are projected through the children’s learning stories. Our recent topics have included the Matariki celebrations, the Olympic games, and the on-going natural changes to our current surroundings.
The centre is in the early stages of a long environmental sustainability journey. We aim to create natural play areas where the children can both explore, learn to respect the natural materials and enhance them by their ongoing care and consideration. We currently have spaces available for children aged 6 months to 5 years." - From their website
Paremata Plunket Creche, Whitby
Whitby Civic Centre, Discovery Drive, Whitby (next to the library)
(04) 2348728
paremataplunketcreche@xtra.co.nz
Monday-Friday 8:30am-12:30pm
"Providing quality early childhood education for children aged 16mths to 3 ½ years. New 4 hour sessions, 5 days a week. Only 11 children per session. Get in now while the waiting list is short!"
(04) 2348728
paremataplunketcreche@xtra.co.nz
Monday-Friday 8:30am-12:30pm
"Providing quality early childhood education for children aged 16mths to 3 ½ years. New 4 hour sessions, 5 days a week. Only 11 children per session. Get in now while the waiting list is short!"
Mana montessori Preschool
1 Albatross Close, Whitby
(04) 234 1489
mana.montessori@xtra.co.nz
http://www.manamontessori.school.nz/
"Mana Montessori is a community-owned, parent-run, teacher-led early childhood education service.
We have been providing high quality Montessori education in the Porirua Basin for over 21 years. The programme has been designed to meet the needs of children aged from 3 to 6 years of age, with a mixture of the ages in each classroom. There may from time to time be a limited number of places available for children aged from 2½.
We are located in the middle of Endeavour Park, Whitby and offer an attractive and stimulating learning environment inside and outside" (Provided by Mana Montessori)
(04) 234 1489
mana.montessori@xtra.co.nz
http://www.manamontessori.school.nz/
"Mana Montessori is a community-owned, parent-run, teacher-led early childhood education service.
We have been providing high quality Montessori education in the Porirua Basin for over 21 years. The programme has been designed to meet the needs of children aged from 3 to 6 years of age, with a mixture of the ages in each classroom. There may from time to time be a limited number of places available for children aged from 2½.
We are located in the middle of Endeavour Park, Whitby and offer an attractive and stimulating learning environment inside and outside" (Provided by Mana Montessori)
Early Years Childcare, Tawa (2 locations)
57 Oxford Street, Tawa
(04) 232 7021
earlyyears.oxford@kidicorp.co.nz
http://www.kidicorp.co.nz/our-centres/early-years.aspx
"Within the warm, clean and uncluttered environment of a converted 1950s villa house, Early Years Oxford street provides education and care for up to thirty children. This small centre has a fantastic family atmosphere which is apparent the minute you walk through the gate and includes fabulous, large outdoor space for children to play in and explore. Offering a diversity of experience and cultural background within its team of teachers they are passionate in their belief that each child learns at their own pace." (Copied from Kidicorp website)
3 Redwood Ave
(04) 232 6988
earlyyears.redwood@kidicorp.co.nz
http://www.kidicorp.co.nz/our-centres/early-years.aspx
"We are just two minutes walk from the train station and five minutes walk from Tawa shops. The complex has a unique layout where each age group is cared for in a separate centre allowing teachers to cater specifically for the individual needs of Infants, Toddlers and Preschool children. Infants Centre provides education and care for up to 21 children. This small number allows teachers to provide a safe and nurturing environment where infants are encouraged and supported to develop at their own pace - allowing time, freedom of movement and space to ensure this is possible. Toddlers Centre caters for up to 32 children. Teachers ensure children’s needs are being met whilst also encouraging children to become confident and competent learners through promotion of self help skills and independence." (Copied from Kidicorp website)
(04) 232 7021
earlyyears.oxford@kidicorp.co.nz
http://www.kidicorp.co.nz/our-centres/early-years.aspx
"Within the warm, clean and uncluttered environment of a converted 1950s villa house, Early Years Oxford street provides education and care for up to thirty children. This small centre has a fantastic family atmosphere which is apparent the minute you walk through the gate and includes fabulous, large outdoor space for children to play in and explore. Offering a diversity of experience and cultural background within its team of teachers they are passionate in their belief that each child learns at their own pace." (Copied from Kidicorp website)
3 Redwood Ave
(04) 232 6988
earlyyears.redwood@kidicorp.co.nz
http://www.kidicorp.co.nz/our-centres/early-years.aspx
"We are just two minutes walk from the train station and five minutes walk from Tawa shops. The complex has a unique layout where each age group is cared for in a separate centre allowing teachers to cater specifically for the individual needs of Infants, Toddlers and Preschool children. Infants Centre provides education and care for up to 21 children. This small number allows teachers to provide a safe and nurturing environment where infants are encouraged and supported to develop at their own pace - allowing time, freedom of movement and space to ensure this is possible. Toddlers Centre caters for up to 32 children. Teachers ensure children’s needs are being met whilst also encouraging children to become confident and competent learners through promotion of self help skills and independence." (Copied from Kidicorp website)
Wellington Kindergartens
Footsteps Education
Footsteps Education Ltd
Phone: 0800 footsteps
Fax: 07 571 8031
Email: info@footsteps.co.nz
Web: www.footsteps.co.nz
"Footsteps provides children/tamariki and their caregivers with the most nurturing, fun, and quality focused home-based early learning programme in New Zealand. footsteps is perfect for any family that wants to arrange their own care with someone they know and trust (such as a nanny, friend, relative or grandparent) and still benefit from early childhood education.
Fully funded by the Ministry of Education, our qualified ECE teachers regularly visit your child and chosen caregiver at home, offering fun 1:1 support to enrich learning and development in these crucial early years." (Information provided by Footsteps)
Phone: 0800 footsteps
Fax: 07 571 8031
Email: info@footsteps.co.nz
Web: www.footsteps.co.nz
"Footsteps provides children/tamariki and their caregivers with the most nurturing, fun, and quality focused home-based early learning programme in New Zealand. footsteps is perfect for any family that wants to arrange their own care with someone they know and trust (such as a nanny, friend, relative or grandparent) and still benefit from early childhood education.
Fully funded by the Ministry of Education, our qualified ECE teachers regularly visit your child and chosen caregiver at home, offering fun 1:1 support to enrich learning and development in these crucial early years." (Information provided by Footsteps)
ABC Whitby South Preschool
39 Cleat Street, Waitangirua
(04) 235 5885
abcnzwhm@childcare.co.nz
http://www.abcchildcare.co.nz/
"At ABC Whitby South Preschool, we provide our children with a warm and nurturing environment, where children feel safe and loved. We provide a ‘home away from home’ atmosphere where children have positive quality interactions with teachers that allow children to express themselves in a wide variety of areas. Each ABC centre offers a unique, nurturing environment where children will develop early literacy & numeracy skills, a sense of well-being and belonging, confidence & independence, a love of learning and exploration." (Copied from ABC website)
(04) 235 5885
abcnzwhm@childcare.co.nz
http://www.abcchildcare.co.nz/
"At ABC Whitby South Preschool, we provide our children with a warm and nurturing environment, where children feel safe and loved. We provide a ‘home away from home’ atmosphere where children have positive quality interactions with teachers that allow children to express themselves in a wide variety of areas. Each ABC centre offers a unique, nurturing environment where children will develop early literacy & numeracy skills, a sense of well-being and belonging, confidence & independence, a love of learning and exploration." (Copied from ABC website)
Barnardos
0800 4 BARNARDOS
http://www.barnardos.org.nz/Care-and-Education/Care-and-Education/Introduction.htm
Barnardos provides care in both early learning centres and carers homes.
"At Barnardos we understand that your child needs a warm and happy environment in which to learn – to grow their imagination and explore new ideas. We offer both centre-based and KidStart home-based care and education for children aged from birth to five years, so you can make the right choice for your child and your family." (Copied from Barnados website)
Barnardos Early Learning Centres
- Cannons Creek, Porirua
6a Driver Crescent
(04) 237 8839
- Porirua
24 Mungavin Avenue
(04) 237 7792
porirua.elc@barnardos.org.nz
http://www.barnardos.org.nz/Care-and-Education/Care-and-Education/Introduction.htm
Barnardos provides care in both early learning centres and carers homes.
"At Barnardos we understand that your child needs a warm and happy environment in which to learn – to grow their imagination and explore new ideas. We offer both centre-based and KidStart home-based care and education for children aged from birth to five years, so you can make the right choice for your child and your family." (Copied from Barnados website)
Barnardos Early Learning Centres
- Cannons Creek, Porirua
6a Driver Crescent
(04) 237 8839
- Porirua
24 Mungavin Avenue
(04) 237 7792
porirua.elc@barnardos.org.nz
Ko Aroha Tuatahi Child Care Centre
48 Rangituhi Crescent, Elsdon, Porirua
(04) 237 6532
http://koaroha.tripod.com/
"Excellent resources, a computer for the children, wonderful surroundings and experienced staff offering children a vast range of experiences that promote well-being, a sense of belonging, opportunities to support communication, contribution and exploration of all children. Individual development programmes that ensure each child is programmed for individually and take into account their own learning styles and needs." (Copied from Ko Aroha Tuatahi website)
(04) 237 6532
http://koaroha.tripod.com/
"Excellent resources, a computer for the children, wonderful surroundings and experienced staff offering children a vast range of experiences that promote well-being, a sense of belonging, opportunities to support communication, contribution and exploration of all children. Individual development programmes that ensure each child is programmed for individually and take into account their own learning styles and needs." (Copied from Ko Aroha Tuatahi website)
Playcentre
"Playcentre believes that the whole family is important, and supports both children and adults. Playcentre provides early childhood education for around 15,000 families and their children (around 20,000) between birth and school age.
Playcentres are unique within early childhood in that they are co-operatively run and supervised by parents. Parents in turn are supported by experienced association and federation personnel."
04 237 7827
www.wellingtonplaycentre.org.nz
Titahi Bay
Titahi Bay School, Kura Street, Titahi Bay
(04) 236 8522
Monday-Friday 9am-12pm
Paremata
Ngatitoa Domain, Paremata (Off State Highway One down Pascoe Avenue to the northern end of Ngati Toa Domain)
(04) 233 9633
Monday-Friday 9.15am-11.45am
Cannons Creek
Te Kapua-Anga Reo Cannons Creek School, Porirua
(04) 237 5670
Tuesday-Friday 9am-12pm
Tawa-Linden
1 Ranui Terrace, Linden, Tawa
(04) 232 4598
Monday 9.15am-11.45am Tuesday 9.15am-11.45am
Tuesday 12.15pm-2.45pm SPACE
Wednesday 9.00am-11.30am (under 2 1/2 years only) & 12.00pm-2.30pm (extension session over 4yrs)
Thursday 9.15am-11.45am
Friday 9.15am-11.45am
Playcentres are unique within early childhood in that they are co-operatively run and supervised by parents. Parents in turn are supported by experienced association and federation personnel."
04 237 7827
www.wellingtonplaycentre.org.nz
Titahi Bay
Titahi Bay School, Kura Street, Titahi Bay
(04) 236 8522
Monday-Friday 9am-12pm
Paremata
Ngatitoa Domain, Paremata (Off State Highway One down Pascoe Avenue to the northern end of Ngati Toa Domain)
(04) 233 9633
Monday-Friday 9.15am-11.45am
Cannons Creek
Te Kapua-Anga Reo Cannons Creek School, Porirua
(04) 237 5670
Tuesday-Friday 9am-12pm
Tawa-Linden
1 Ranui Terrace, Linden, Tawa
(04) 232 4598
Monday 9.15am-11.45am Tuesday 9.15am-11.45am
Tuesday 12.15pm-2.45pm SPACE
Wednesday 9.00am-11.30am (under 2 1/2 years only) & 12.00pm-2.30pm (extension session over 4yrs)
Thursday 9.15am-11.45am
Friday 9.15am-11.45am
City Junior @ Porirua City Fitness
Located inside Porirua CIty Fitness, Walton Leigh Avenue, Porirua
(04) 2377 971
"Cityjunior is a sessional crèche providing care and education to children aged 0-5 years. We run two sessions Monday to Friday, 9-11am and 11am-1pm. Our service is available to both members and non-members of cityfitness.
So pop in and have a look around!" (Information from creche)
(04) 2377 971
"Cityjunior is a sessional crèche providing care and education to children aged 0-5 years. We run two sessions Monday to Friday, 9-11am and 11am-1pm. Our service is available to both members and non-members of cityfitness.
So pop in and have a look around!" (Information from creche)
Correspondence School Early Childhood Help
