Redwood Playcentre

Redwood Playcentre Redwood Playcentre Redwood Playcentre is a full early childhood education option for whanau where children and their parents can play and learn together.

Sessions are run by parents and are focused on the children's needs and interests. The sessions are unstructured leaving children to choose when they wish to play and eat. So you can experience all the benefits of Playcentre, please join us for 3 free visits to introduce Playcentre to your child/children. Feel free to pop in during the hours listed or phone us for more information. We offer 20 hours free for children 3 years to school age and WINZ Childcare Subsidy for all families. We look forward to meeting many new families and will make Playcentre the best experience we can for you and your child. For an introduction to Playcentre in New Zealand, check out this video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6XJ_AffRvzc

Here is out most recent ERO report
http://www.ero.govt.nz/review-reports/redwood-playcentre-28-04-2014/

We had plenty of fun today inside as it was a bit chilly and wet outside this morning ⭐️ Gingerbread Process Baking - wi...
23/09/2026

We had plenty of fun today inside as it was a bit chilly and wet outside this morning

⭐️ Gingerbread Process Baking - with the added bonus of coloured icing and decorations 🍪

⭐️ Colour Mixing 🎨

⭐️ Fizzy Explosion Experiments 🧪

Come for a visit and join in the fun we have on session at Redwood Playcentre - there’s always something different happening here !!

🌧️ Rainy mornings doesn’t mean we can’t still enjoy water play and nature at Redwood Playcentre 🌸
16/09/2026

🌧️ Rainy mornings doesn’t mean we can’t still enjoy water play and nature at Redwood Playcentre 🌸

A taste of spring this morning we are out enjoying the ☀️!
14/09/2026

A taste of spring this morning we are out enjoying the ☀️!

09/09/2026
09/09/2026
🍦 Squishing, scooping, pouring, mixing and exploring!Our tamariki love getting hands-on and discovering new textures, so...
08/09/2026

🍦 Squishing, scooping, pouring, mixing and exploring!

Our tamariki love getting hands-on and discovering new textures, sounds and experiences through play.

So much learning… and plenty of messy fun along the way!

Come along and join the fun at Redwood Playcentre! 🥰

Looking for affordable fun for your preschooler ?? Come along to Redwood Playcentre and discover a place where children ...
07/09/2026

Looking for affordable fun for your preschooler ??

Come along to Redwood Playcentre and discover a place where children can play, explore, create and make new friends — while grown-ups get an opportunity connect too! 🥰

✨ Just $30 per term
🎨 Lots of fun, messy & creative play
🤝 A friendly, welcoming community
🌱 Child-led learning through play

Come along and see what our little village is all about — we would love to meet your whānau and show you around our centre.

📩 Send us a message to arrange a visit, or simply pop in during one of our sessions and experience the fun for yourself.

New families are always welcome!

06/09/2026

💛 Ngā mihi me to aroha nui mō te Rā o Pāpā 💛
💛 Love and best wishes for Father's Day 💛

Today we're celebrating all the dads, grandads, stepdads, uncles and father figures who show up with curiosity, patience, creativity and love.

Thank you for being part of our village!



Image description: Tile from Te Taura Whiri i te Reo Māori with translations of Father's Day phrases.

Address

40 Dunedin Street, Redwood
Christchurch
8051

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 12pm
Tuesday 9am - 1pm
Wednesday 9am - 1pm
Thursday 9am - 12pm
Friday 9:30am - 11:30am

Telephone

+64278804726

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