Otaua / Aka Aka Playcentre

Otaua / Aka Aka Playcentre Otaua Aka Aka Playcentre is a parent co-operative learning centre with a child-led philosophy

Playcentre philosophy is based on child-initiated play and recognises the parents as the first and best educators of their own tamariki. Playcentre whanau receive a unique early childhood experience with opportunities for whanau to learn.

Rainy day fun with friends!We still have lots of fun ways to entertain our tamariki as the weather gets colder, come and...
04/06/2026

Rainy day fun with friends!

We still have lots of fun ways to entertain our tamariki as the weather gets colder, come and join the fun ✨️

Sunny days, dress-ups, and potion making - the best way to spend a morning! ☀️ If you want to join in the fun, come and ...
20/05/2026

Sunny days, dress-ups, and potion making - the best way to spend a morning! ☀️

If you want to join in the fun, come and see us for a visit on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 9am - 12pm

A huge thank you to all of those that purchased tickets for our mothers day raffle, and another massive shoutout to all ...
07/05/2026

A huge thank you to all of those that purchased tickets for our mothers day raffle, and another massive shoutout to all our incredible local sponsors!

The raffle has been drawn and the winners have been notified 🎉

Our whānau are incredibly grateful for the boost this has given our playground project 💜💛🤍

Happy Mother's Day to all the incredible mothers out there, enjoy your weekends 💐

🎉 Mother’s Day Raffle Fundraiser - closes 7 May, get your tickets now! 🎉🎟️ $5 per ticket or $20 for 5 tickets👉 Amazing p...
03/05/2026

🎉 Mother’s Day Raffle Fundraiser - closes 7 May, get your tickets now! 🎉

🎟️ $5 per ticket or $20 for 5 tickets

👉 Amazing prizes up for grabs!

All proceeds will go towards landscaping our outdoor area, including:

🌿 Playground upgrades
🚴 A new bike track
💦 An interactive sandpit and water feature

Grab your tickets online here:

https://give.playcentre.org.nz/raffle/otaua-aka-aka-playcentre-mothers-day-raffle

Thank you for your support 💜

Otaua Aka Aka Playcentre are very excited to share our Mother's Day Raffle. We have had a lot of support from many amazi...
20/04/2026

Otaua Aka Aka Playcentre are very excited to share our Mother's Day Raffle. We have had a lot of support from many amazing local sponsors and have been able to put together some really cool prizes - perfect to win to spoil the mums in your life!
All proceeds will go towards landscaping our centre outdoor area, including upgrades to our playground, a new bike track and an interactive sandpit and water feature.

Tickets can be purchased online by following the link below:
https://give.playcentre.org.nz/raffle/otaua-aka-aka-playcentre-mothers-day-raffle

A huge thank you to all our incredible sponsors, this wouldn't have been possible without you all:
Cliffside Auckland, Waiuku Craniosacral Therapy, Michelle Keenan Wellness, The Secret Waterfall Garden Café - Weddings & Events, Danniella Bell - Remedial Massage, New World Waiuku, Paper Plus Waiuku, Farmsource Waiuku, Caci Pukekohe, Q Nails, Botanica on Bowen, The Loft on Bowen, Unichem Waiuku Pharmacy, Tiny Turtles - Children's Clothing Store, Love handle design, Sarah Harmer Beauty Therapy, Vanilla Boutique, Brews & Blooms, Jenna Haddock Hair Design, Recovery Lane - Contrast Therapy Studio

Happy Easter from our whānau to yours 🐰Enjoy the break, be safe and we can't wait to see you back on session from Monday...
02/04/2026

Happy Easter from our whānau to yours 🐰
Enjoy the break, be safe and we can't wait to see you back on session from Monday 20th April 2026 for another term of fun and learning 💜💛🤍

The future scientist will learn by doing, asking questions, interacting with others and figuring out how things work.Chi...
24/03/2026

The future scientist will learn by doing, asking questions, interacting with others and figuring out how things work.

Children learn measuring, weighing and counting. They solve problems and develop an understanding of the nature and properties of substances.

They learn to observe, predict, experiment and work together while playing alongside others.

Come and join us to unleash your little one's inner scientist!

Fun with paint 🎨 👣
15/03/2026

Fun with paint 🎨 👣

Come join us next week for Messy Play week at Otaua Aka Aka Playcentre. Think slime, foam, paint, sand, playdough and so...
26/02/2026

Come join us next week for Messy Play week at Otaua Aka Aka Playcentre. Think slime, foam, paint, sand, playdough and so much more!
Send us a message to arrange a visit or follow the link in our bio, can't wait to see you there 👋

Are you ready to get messy next week?Join us Monday, Wednesday or Friday to come and see what we get up to! 🎨Send us a m...
23/02/2026

Are you ready to get messy next week?
Join us Monday, Wednesday or Friday to come and see what we get up to! 🎨
Send us a message or follow the link in the bio to arrange a viewing

Address

32 Factory Road
Otaua
2682

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 12pm
Wednesday 9am - 12pm
Friday 9am - 12pm

Telephone

+64278805408

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