Manurewa Playcentre

25/09/2026

What a fantastic term it has been for our tamariki.
Come and visit us next term to see what we get up to!

01/09/2026

Nga mihi nui Freemans Bay Playcentre for gifting our tamariki these awesome trolleys. As you can see they are already being put to good use transporting dinosaurs 🦕

01/09/2026

Today tamariki and dinosaurs explored some warm water full of glitter worms. We tried to catch the worms at first, they then turned into eels, food for the animals and plants!

27/08/2026

We are away from centre today on a trip exploring our local Totara Park.
Come and join us on Monday 9.15-12.15

24/08/2026

Featuring one of the amazing Dads we have at Manurewa Playcentre. We are so fortunate to have many males attend our centre - Dads, Grandads and Pops.
Our tamariki love a busy Dad day 💜💛

And the winner is...... Ronald Carleton from Papakura Playcentre 🎉

A prize pack is on its way to your centre! Here's what your village had to say about you😁

"Ron is the ultimate fun dad, and loved by all. He is one of those rare souls who has endless energy, time and patience for all. When Ron's on session, us mums, nanas and caregivers get to kick back and have a chat over a cuppa, as our little ones drag him around like a human toy.

Ron is often found in the dramatic play area with his daughter and her friends. He is such a good sport never tiring from playing tea parties, a shop assistant, a sick patient, and all kinds of dress ups and role playing. Making sand castles, playing with playdoh, kicking the ball around, painting, picking flowers, pushing tamariki and dolls on swings, Ron does it all.

Ron also has a unique calming presence and is amazing at helping our tamariki navigate their feelings during times when their emotions become too big. He encourages friendships, sportsmanship, and builds confidence amongst our tamariki.

I'd like to thank Ron for all his support over the years, to both young and old. Dad's are always a favorite at playcentre and Ron you are definitely one of ours."

Ka rawe Ron!

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Nominate a Playcentre Dad! This we're celebrating all the amazing father figures who help our little learners grow.

Nominate a Playcentre Dad (or Grandad or Uncle or other caregiver) to win a prize pack on us 💛

All you need to do is:
1️⃣ tag them into the comments and tell us what makes them special and what centre they attend,
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- Winners will be drawn at random.
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Image description: Photo of a dad and tamaiti playing on the carpentry table. Text reads: "Nominate a Playcentre Dad!"

24/08/2026

We are closed today due to winter sickness 😷🤧

20/08/2026

Come along today for potions and paint. Crazy hair day included if you wish 🥳
We are open until 1pm. Bring a lunchbox and a change of clothes or two 🎨🖌

18/08/2026

Water play at Playcentre today!
Come along 9.15 - 12.15 for Open Week 🥳

Bring a lunchbox and a change of clothes

07/08/2026

Term 3 coming in hot. Tamariki are all rugged up & enjoying the winter sunshine at Manurewa Playcentre.
Come and visit us to see what fun you could get up to too!

03/05/2026

We are off to visit our friends at Weymouth Playcentre today!
Come and visit us tomorrow 9.15-12.15 💜💛