Cambridge Playcentre

Cambridge Playcentre Cambridge Playcentre provides early childhood education - by parents, for kids. We believe parents are the first and best educators of their children.

General sessions (0-6yrs): Thurs/Fri: 9am-12noon


Come and visit us at any of our sessions. Please bring morning tea and a change of clothes for your children. We look forward to seeing you at our Playcentre.

*We are NUTfree*

Our General Sessions are run by parents and parents stay with their children. Our termly fees per family are $45 (regardless of the number of children in your family att

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Our Philosophy
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Families and children learning together through play in a safe, positive and stimulating environment. Playcentre is the Best Start for Your Children
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- You get to be actively involved in your children's learning
- A whopping 16 areas of play, including music and movement, water and messy play, playdough, paint, sand-pit, gardens and more!
- Very low adult-to-child ratios, with a minimum of one adult to five children over two years of age and one adult to three children under two years of age
- Gain free educational & parenting skills through workshops and observing other parents in action
- You get to have a say in how the centre is run, and be involved in the decisions which affect your child’s education
- You and your children join an amazing, supportive whānau of passionate parents and incredible kids.

🌈 LEARNING THROUGH PLAY 🌈At Cambridge Playcentre, every play moment is a learning moment 💛While it might look like “just...
24/06/2026

🌈 LEARNING THROUGH PLAY 🌈

At Cambridge Playcentre, every play moment is a learning moment 💛

While it might look like “just playing” — tamariki are actually developing so many important life skills through hands-on exploration every single day 🌿

🫧 Pouring and scooping builds problem solving
🎨 Painting encourages creativity and self-expression
🚜 Imaginative play develops communication and social skills
💬 Playing together builds friendships and confidence
🧩 Exploring independently supports curiosity and resilience

Play is powerful — and children learn best when they are engaged, curious and having FUN ✨

At Playcentre, we celebrate child-led learning, messy moments and everyday discoveries 💜

📍 26 Vogel Street, Cambridge
🕘 Monday, Thursday & Friday | 9am – 12pm

Come see the magic of learning through play for yourself 🌈

Cambridge Playcentre is selling chocolates to fundraise for a shade sail to go over our much loved swing area. You can h...
22/06/2026

Cambridge Playcentre is selling chocolates to fundraise for a shade sail to go over our much loved swing area. You can help out and purchase here: https://cambridgeplaycentrechocolates.raiseit.co.nz/3glcckfs0a

Or if you or your business would like to make a direct donation, please get in touch or donate through our website https://donate.playcentre.org.nz/o/cambridge select Community donation and note that it’s for the shade sail project.

Adding shade will protect tamariki from harsh sun, keep the space cooler, and make play safer and more comfortable across the day. With reliable cover, children can enjoy the swings for longer and throughout summer, while whānau can participate with peace of mind. This will strengthen our outdoor learning environment and keep a treasured play space thriving for the whole community.
Thanks for your support!

Help us fundraise - Purchase today!

🎨🫧 MESSY PLAY = BIG BENEFITS! 🫧🎨At Cambridge Playcentre, messy play is more than just fun — it helps tamariki learn, gro...
21/06/2026

🎨🫧 MESSY PLAY = BIG BENEFITS! 🫧🎨

At Cambridge Playcentre, messy play is more than just fun — it helps tamariki learn, grow, explore and build confidence through hands-on play 🌈

From mud kitchens and paint stations to sensory trays and slime… we LOVE getting messy! 🙌

✨ Encourages creativity
✨ Supports learning and development
✨ Builds friendships and confidence
✨ Creates amazing childhood memories

And the best part?
You don’t have to clean it up at home 😉💛

📍 26 Vogel Street, Cambridge
🕘 Monday, Thursday & Friday | 9am – 12pm

New families are always welcome — come along and join the fun! 🌿

National Volunteer Week might be ending, but our appreciation for our Cambridge Playcentre whānau is all year round! 💫Ou...
21/06/2026

National Volunteer Week might be ending, but our appreciation for our Cambridge Playcentre whānau is all year round! 💫

Our legends of volunteers bring the time, the energy, and a little bit of magic to make their centre such a special place for their tamariki.

We’re so lucky to have you all—thank you heaps! 💛💜

You’ve thought about it, but have you ordered your chocolate yet? 🤤🍫
17/06/2026

You’ve thought about it, but have you ordered your chocolate yet? 🤤🍫

Help us fundraise - Purchase today!

💛 WHY WE CHOSE PLAYCENTRE 💛Because it’s more than just a place for the kids to play…It’s where friendships are built, co...
17/06/2026

💛 WHY WE CHOSE PLAYCENTRE 💛

Because it’s more than just a place for the kids to play…

It’s where friendships are built, confidence grows and whānau find connection 🌿

At Cambridge Playcentre:
✨ Tamariki learn through play
✨ Parents and caregivers find support
✨ Children can explore freely and be themselves
✨ Real community connections are made

The laughter, muddy puddles, shared coffees and everyday moments quickly become the village you didn’t know you needed 💜

📍 26 Vogel Street, Cambridge
🕘 Monday, Thursday & Friday | 9am – 12pm

Come for the play… stay for the people 🫶

🌟 REAL PLAY. REAL LEARNING. REAL FUN! 🌟Looking for something fun (and low stress 😅) to do with the kids this week?Skip t...
14/06/2026

🌟 REAL PLAY. REAL LEARNING. REAL FUN! 🌟

Looking for something fun (and low stress 😅) to do with the kids this week?

Skip the clean-up at home and let the tamariki dive into messy play, sensory fun, creativity and adventure at Cambridge Playcentre 🎨🌿🫧

From paint and slime to mud kitchens and water play — there’s always something exciting happening!

💛 Welcoming environment
💛 Supportive whānau community
💛 Child-led learning through play
💛 New families always welcome

📍 26 Vogel Street, Cambridge
🕘 Monday, Thursday & Friday | 9am – 12pm

Bring a change of clothes… things can get wonderfully messy 😉🌈

It’s not too late to support our fundraiser! Enjoy some yummy chocolate and help us fundraise for a shade sail for our m...
11/06/2026

It’s not too late to support our fundraiser!

Enjoy some yummy chocolate and help us fundraise for a shade sail for our much-loved swing area at Cambridge Playcentre. 🍫🤤

Adding shade will protect tamariki from harsh sun, keep the space cooler, and make play safer and more comfortable across the day. With reliable cover, children can enjoy the swings for longer and throughout summer, while whānau can participate with peace of mind. This will strengthen our outdoor learning environment and keep a treasured play space thriving for the whole community.

Order here:
https://cambridgeplaycentrechocolates.raiseit.co.nz/3glcckfs0a

Or if you’d prefer to make a donation:
https://donate.playcentre.org.nz/o/cambridge

Click Donate to Centre and fill in the details.

In the comments section please write -

Shade Sail Fundraiser - External Donation

Help us fundraise - Purchase today!

🫧 SENSORY PLAY SETUPS 🫧Scooping, pouring, squishing, mixing, exploring… sensory play is always a favourite at Cambridge ...
10/06/2026

🫧 SENSORY PLAY SETUPS 🫧

Scooping, pouring, squishing, mixing, exploring… sensory play is always a favourite at Cambridge Playcentre 🌈

Not only is it lots of fun, sensory play also helps tamariki:
✨ Build fine motor skills
✨ Develop language and communication
✨ Encourage creativity and curiosity
✨ Support emotional regulation
✨ Learn through hands-on exploration

From playdough and water trays to slime, textures and messy mixtures — every setup invites play, discovery and imagination 💛

At Playcentre, learning happens through PLAY 🌿

📍 26 Vogel Street, Cambridge
🕘 Monday, Thursday & Friday | 9am – 12pm

Come along and discover the magic of sensory play with us 💜

🎨🫧 WHAT TO DO THIS WEEK? 🫧🎨Save yourself the mess at home and come get amongst it at Cambridge Playcentre! 🙌Think muddy ...
07/06/2026

🎨🫧 WHAT TO DO THIS WEEK? 🫧🎨

Save yourself the mess at home and come get amongst it at Cambridge Playcentre! 🙌

Think muddy puddles, paint-covered hands, sensory play, messy creations and BIG smiles 🌈💛

At Playcentre your tamariki can:
✨ Explore freely
✨ Make new friends
✨ Learn through play
✨ Build confidence
✨ Get gloriously messy!

Meanwhile, you get to enjoy a coffee and connect with other local whānau ☕💬

📍 26 Vogel Street, Cambridge
🕘 Open Monday, Thursday & Friday | 9am – 12pm

Come along and see what Playcentre is all about — everyone is welcome! 💜

Address

26 Vogel Street
Cambridge
3434

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 12pm
Thursday 9am - 12pm
Friday 9am - 12pm

Telephone

+64278802635

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