31/07/2026
Haere mai ki te tākaro!
Come and play!
Join us on Deanwell Avenue, beside Deanwell School on Mondays and Wednesdays 9:00-12:00.
Deanwell Playcentre
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Deanwell Playcentre is a well-resourced, multi-cultural, whanau-led early childcare centre.
We are open:
Monday 9:00 - 12:00
Wednesday 9:00 - 12:00
and Tuesday 9:00 - 12:00 (Swim offsite)
31/07/2026
17/07/2026
Not long to go!
We are back next week on Mondays and Wednesdays from 9:00 to 12:00.
Pop in and find out more about Playcentre
09/07/2026
Mānawatia a Matariki
Mānawa maiea te putanga o Matariki
Mānawa maiea te ariki o te rangi
Mānawa maiea te Mātahi o te tau
Celebrate the rising of Matariki
Celebrate the rising of the lord of the sky
Celebrate the rising of the New Year
09/07/2026
At Playcentre, the values of Matariki mā Puanga are woven together like Te Whāriki. This season, we're sharing a bit more about what each value means to us. First up is Tuakiritanga - Identity and Belonging.
Matariki Herenga Waka encourages inclusion, multiculturalism, diversity, and the sharing of cultural practices. Our identities come from the people around us and how we care for them.
At Playcentre this means we:
- Affirm Māori as tangata whenua.
- Value each child and the identity and culture of each whānau.
- Reflect cultural diversity in everyday practice.
- Build a community where everyone belongs.
- Learn how other cultures in our centres celebrate.
He aha te mea nui o te ao? He tangata, he tangata, he tangata | What is the most important thing in the world? It is people, it is people, it is people.
Video description: Purple tiles with star imagery. Text shares the above Whakatauki and a short summary of the post. Gentle music.
03/07/2026
Have a brilliant break. We will be back on Monday 20th July for more messy play, story time and adventures.
22/06/2026
In search of a small centre for yourself and your child? You've arrived. Please visit us 9am-12pm Mondays and Wednesdays, with an additional Tuesday swim session.
16/06/2026
For generations, Playcentre has been powered by the dedication and aroha of volunteers. Parents, grandparents, and whānau come together alongside tamariki to spark curiosity, encourage exploration, and nurture social and life skills through meaningful play. Our centre whānau volunteers are the heart of Playcentre and an invaluable part of every child’s early learning journey.
13/05/2026
Our Education Programme support parents and caregivers to be their child's first and best educator, which is really what we're all about!
Our adult education is free, but as a charitable organisation, we rely on the support of people who believe in the power of play, connection, and community.
Donate today, and together, we can Power the Play for another 85 years: https://85years.raiselysite.com/
Find out more about our free adult education: https://www.playcentre.org.nz/learn-with-us/
Image descriptions: four Education Week tiles with quotes from whānau in our Education Programme.
11/05/2026
It's Playcentre Education Week! Did you know we offer free adult education to our enrolled whānau? And have been since 1941!
Our education programme offers you practical strategies and skillls to add to your parenting toolbox, and can lead to employment at Playcentre and beyond!
Find your sense of belonging at Playcentre and be empowered in your journey as the first and best kaiako for your tamariki.
Learn with us: https://www.playcentre.org.nz/learn-with-us/
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49 Deanwell Avenue
Hamilton
3206
Opening Hours
| Monday | 9am - 12pm |
| Tuesday | 9am - 12pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 12pm |