Lower Waitaki Playcentre

13/08/2026

Why should YOU come along to Lower Waitaki Playcentre Open Week? 💛
Well, apart from giving our tamariki a warm, welcoming space to play and explore during these chilly winter days 🥶, Playcentre offers:
🌿 A friendly, ready-made community for your whānau
🤝 Support, connection and friendship with other parents and caregivers
🎨 Child-led play where tamariki can learn, discover and have fun at their own pace
🌱 A quality early childhood curriculum, with plenty of resources and opportunities to explore
And most importantly — you and your tamariki are welcome! 💕
They say it takes a village to raise a child. Come and be part of ours! 🌿

🎉 Playcentre Open Week: 17–21 August
📍 Lower Waitaki Playcentre
🌸 Tuesday: 9.00am–12.30pm
🌸 Thursday: 9.00am–12.30pm

Come along for a play, meet our whānau, enjoy a cuppa ☕, and see what Playcentre is all about.
And you don't have to wait for Open Week — we welcome new whānau with tamariki aged 0–6 years anytime!
We'd love to welcome you and your whānau to Lower Waitaki Playcentre! 💛🌿

12/08/2026

Oamaru Playcentre is looking for a Centre Coordinator to join the team. If this sounds like something that could be a great fit for you, we’d love to hear from you!

8 hours per week | Part-time | Starting 12 October 2026 Monday 9.00am - 12.30pm Wednesday 10.00am – 3.00pm Permanent position during term time only About the role: Working in...

20/07/2026

✨ Discover Lower Waitaki Playcentre! ✨

Looking for a place where children can learn through play, make friends, and explore in a safe, supportive environment? We'd love to welcome you to Lower Waitaki Playcentre!

📅 Session times:
🌼 Tuesday: 9:00am – 12:30pm
🌼 Thursday: 9:00am – 12:30pm (limited spaces available)

Come along for a visit during any of our session times, meet our friendly families, and see what makes Playcentre so special. There's no need to book—just pop in and say hello!

We look forward to meeting you and your whānau soon! 💙

16/04/2026

We are back on deck next Tuesday 21st April, please note new open hours and days. We are looking forward to seeing everyone again.