Waiheke Play Centre

Overview

Waiheke Playcentre is a early childhood centre for little ones aged 0 – 6 years, the centre welcomes parents and caregivers to attend unlike other playcentres.

At the playcentre children get the opportunity to learn and explore in a fun and safe environment.

Waiheke Tourism

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Gear Grab – Hire

Gear Grab is a hire shop on Waiheke, they have a wide range of everyday gear. Their store consists of party, gaming, outdoors, household, tech and more.

Bisou Cafe

Bisou Cafe brings a taste of Europe to Waiheke Island, serving up savoury and sweet crepes, freshly baked baguettes and pastries alongside Eighthirty coffee and fresh juices.

Island Direct

Island Direct is a direct ferry service that travels from Downtown Auckland and Waiheke Island. It is a smaller ferry company in comparison to Fullers.

KAK’s Real Fruit Ice Cream

KAK's real fruit ice cream is a new addition to Waiheke, located in Oneroa village is this cute little ice cream cart an absolutely perfect addition to the hot summers.

Waiheke Wings

Waiheke Wings operates at the Carsons Airfield on Waiheke, they fly to a few destinations around the gulf islands, Auckland and also offer scenic tours.

Shop The Rock

Shop the Rock is a local gift shop located in Oneroa, they sell a range of Waiheke and New Zealand-made gifts and souvenirs. Perfect for gifting or keepsakes.

Waiheke Explorer

Waiheke Explorer is popular hop on hop off tour, that showcases the best wineries, restaurants, shops, art galleries, beaches, and nature walks Waiheke has to offer.

Palm Beach

Palm Beach is a well known favourite of locals and tourists. With its beautiful white sand and palm trees surrounding the beach it makes you feel like you are in…

Charlie Farleys

Charlie Farleys is Waiheke's favourite Onetangi gastropub. It is a restaurant/bar with a relaxed vibe right on the beach front of Onetangi beach.

Take A Bite Cafe

Take A Bite is a small delightful café located on in Ostend on Belgium Street. They offer delicious handmade pastries, breakfast items, light lunches and coffees.

Arcadia

Arcadia is a laidback style restaurant located metres away from Palm Beach. Their menu is not fussy, they use fresh quality ingredients to create good, honest food.

Waiheke Bike Hire

Waiheke Bike Hire is a small walk from Fullers ferry terminal, located amongst the main car park, they hire out Avanti mountain bikes for $50 a day and $20 per…

Island Scoot

Island Scoot is a local scooter hire business based in Ostend, they hire premium retro scooters combined with a classic Italian design.

Kayak Waiheke

Kayak Waiheke is a kayak and canoe tour agency located at Matiatia Bay. They hire out paddleboards, kayaks, canoes and a few inland activities.

Red Crab Thai Restaurant

Red Crab Waiheke is the perfect place to go. Being the only Thai restaurant on Waiheke it is a popular place to eat at, experience the taste of Salty, sweet,…

Enclosure Bay

Enclosure Bay is semi hidden gem bay made of rock formations that almost entirely enclose the bay from the sea. This creates a natural, shallow swimming pool.

I Love Crepes

They serve delicious gourmet sweet and savoury crepes (galettes) in front of you while you wait. They use all fresh ingredients and accommodate for all dietary needs.

Mint As

Mint As is a popular burger cart located in Ostend, next to RAW fruit and vege, they serve juicy burgers, taco's and milkshakes all made while you wait.

Passage Rock

Passage rock is a restaurant/vineyard located on the outskirts of waiheke, it offers delicious food, fine wine and a peaceful atmosphere surrounded by beautiful Syrah vines.

On The Hunt Charters

On The Hunt Charters is a fishing charter company, that specialises in small group charters, half or full day fishing trips around Waiheke Island.

Activities

• Explore
• Create
• Climb
• Read
• Play music, sing and dance
• Experiment
• Wear costumes
• Face painting (or do it themselves!)
• Garden
• Do carpentry with real tools
• Bake and cook
• Build sandcastles
• Swing and slide and spend time in nature.

They have mixed age play which allows children to engage with others older and younger than themselves. Pre-schoolers learn how to communicate, share and negotiate with empathy for their younger peers.

Activities are never the same they change every day. Playcentre parents all bring different skills, interests, and cultural backgrounds to add to the rich learning environment.

At the playcentre, families come together and lifelong friendships are formed.

They offer 3 free visits before enrolling to make sure the playcentre is suited for parents and children.

Summary

• 0-6 year olds
• Parents welcome to join in
• Fun but also educational
• 3 free visits before enrolling
• Mix age and culture play

Access Information

The best way to access Waiheke Playcentre is down their long driveway, it is located on Albert Crescent.

Wheelchair access to the Waiheke Playcentre is possible

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