Henderson Valley Playcentre

is here!

As well as being our 85th Anniversary, this year also marks a significant milestone for NZSL: 20 years since NZSL was recognised as an official language of Aotearoa New Zealand!

New Zealand Sign Language Week is not just a celebration; it’s a moment for the Deaf community to stand tall, embracing their identity and heritage. It’s a time to showcase the richness of NZSL and the diverse culture it represents.

There are heaps of online resources to learn from, including the Let's Talk booklets where you and your whānau can learn basic signs for everyday sitations: https://nzsignlanguage.nz/resources/lets-talk-booklets/

Every sign counts!

Image description: Playcentre and NZSL Week branded tile with NZ Sign Language illustrations spelling out Playcentre.

We’re closed for the Easter holidays 🐰

Our national office will be back in the burrow Tuesday 7 April.

Our centres will open for Term 2 from Monday 20 April.

Image description: Playcentre branded tile with easter decorations. Blackboard sign reads: We’re closed for the Easter holidays. We carrot wait to see you next Term! We’re back in the burrow Tuesday 7 April”.

Come and join us for messy play week we are open Monday Tuesday Wednesday Friday 9-12

We are going rock hunting tomorrow

We will be back at centre on Monday at 9am

🎉 Summer Break Time! 🌞
Henderson Valley Playcentre is taking a little holiday! We’ll be closed from 18 December for our summer break and will be back for play on Tuesday, 27 January 2026.

We can’t wait to welcome you and your tamariki for more fun, laughter, and learning through play! 💜
Want to join us? Flick us an email at [email protected] to arrange your visit.
Enjoy the sunshine, stay safe, and have an amazing summer! 🌈

A little snap shot of term 4 so far

It’s been a fantastic week out eggs hatched now we have 8 little chicks we are open Monday Tuesday Wednesday and Friday 9am until 12pm
Pop in for a visit