Childcare options in Diamond Harbour

Kidsfirst Diamond Harbour Kindergarten is located at Te Kura o Te Waipapa - Diamond Harbour School, providing a picturesque view of the hills in Lyttelton Harbour. The kindergarten embraces its unique community and incorporates it into their curriculum, fostering learning, growth, and exploration. Children at Kidsfirst Diamond Harbour engage in various activities such as tree climbing, gardening, visits to the local marae in Rapaki, observing lambs, and caring for chickens. Learning takes place through play, inquiry, and challenges, creating a joyful and enriching experience. The kindergarten proudly identifies with the local landmarks, including Mount Herbert and Lyttelton Harbour, while warmly welcoming all to Kidsfirst Diamond Harbour.

Nau mai, haere mai and welcome to Diamond Harbour Playcentre

Playcentre is unlike any other early childhood education organisation. At Playcentre, both children and their parents / caregivers attend.

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

The curiosity and creativity of our tamariki is nurtured in a way that allows them to learn about themselves and their world.

Your child will be given a chance to explore, create, climb, read, sing, experiment, play music, wear costumes, have their face painted (or do it themselves!), garden, do carpentry with real tools, bake and cook, build sandcastles, swing, slide, dance, spend time in nature and get messy.

The activities change every day. Playcentre parents all bring different skills, interests, and cultural backgrounds to add to the rich learning environment.

We welcome families with children aged 0 – 6 years. Mixed age play allows your 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.

At Playcentre, families come together and lifelong friendships are formed.

We welcome you to visit any time during the year. You are entitled to three free visits so come and check out what we do – we would love to meet you and your family!