Ellerslie A childcare centre your family will love

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At Active Explorers Ellerslie we know children are our future.

We believe each child has the potential to bring something unique and special to the world – and it’s our job to help them develop that potential. Conveniently located on the Ellerslie/Mt Wellington border, our purpose built centre offers high quality educational resources and a team of dedicated teachers who love what they do. We empower children to discover who they are, so they can express their own opinions and develop their own ideas.

Active Explorers Ellerslie celebrates difference, embraces multiculturalism, and goes the extra mile to ensure our families feel just as welcome here as our children do. Become a part of the Active Explorers community and set your child up for a bright future.

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Location

75 Ballarat Street, Ellerslie, Auckland 1051

Centre Hours:

Monday to Friday: 7:00 am – 5:30 pm
Closed Saturday, Sunday & public holidays

Ages Catered For:

3 months – 5 years

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Lunches/Food
Nursery
Nappies
20 Hours Free ECE
Excursions
Transition to School Programme
Extended Hours
Large outdoor area
Purpose built
Healthy Heart

Thank you so much for the love, care, education and support you give to our boy. Every day he becomes more confident, chatty and clever, thanks to your guidance. Tim and I couldn’t be more grateful.

Jen

I absolutely love this daycare. My kids always tell me that they had a great day. The teachers are kind and responsible. Plus the food is healthy and good. I also like the activities such as visits to the retirement centre or a walk to paper road!

Sabrina Wahl

Lovely staff who have been at the centre for many years are well trained, and caring individuals. I like the consistency in child care. The best thing you can have at a centre is low staff turnover and Active Explorers Ellerslie has that!

Rachel Wesseldine

News

October Updates

Celebrating Diwali Together! 🎉 This month, our tamariki and kaiako came together to celebrate Diwali, the ‘Festival of Lights.’ The excitement was palpable as everyone dressed up in bright, colorful attire, ready to share in the joy of the occasion. Our talented kaiako, Lacs and Parul, led a captivating performance that brought the whole community together. The tamariki were delighted, joining in with dances and laughter, creating a vibrant, memorable celebration. It was a heartwarming experience that truly illuminated our day! 🎶 Musical Explorations in Preschool! 🎶 Our tamariki's love for music is flourishing! This week, we embraced their growing interest by inviting Joan and her family to share their musical talents with us. The children were fascinated as they listened to the electric guitar and violin, sparking curiosity and excitement. It was a wonderful opportunity to introduce new instruments and sounds into our world, and we can’t thank Joan and her family enough for enriching our tamariki’s musical journey! Celebrating Our Graduates 🎓 Today, we celebrated the graduation of three remarkable tamariki. While it’s always bittersweet to say goodbye, we are incredibly proud of their growth, achievements, and the joy they’ve brought to our community. To make the occasion extra special, a bubbly fairy made a surprise appearance, adding a magical touch to the celebrations. We wish our graduates all the best as they embark on their next adventure—may it be filled with curiosity, success, and endless joy! Honoring Fijian Language Week 🇫🇯 This week, we’ve been celebrating Fijian Language Week, immersing our tamariki in the rich culture and traditions of Fiji. Miriam’s grandmother, Catherine, graciously joined us for a special mat time, sharing fascinating insights into Fiji’s heritage. The tamariki learned about the beautiful islands of Fiji and sat on a traditional Fijian mat, symbolizing the warmth and simplicity of Fijian homes. A heartfelt thank you to Catherine for helping our tamariki connect with and appreciate this vibrant culture. 🎉📚 World Teacher’s Day Celebration! 🌍🍎 On World Teacher’s Day, we celebrated the incredible kaiako who nurture, guide, and inspire our tamariki. Their unwavering dedication, patience, and love shape young minds and create a learning environment full of joy and growth. We are so grateful to all our teachers for the profound impact they have on our tamariki and our community. Thank you for all the love, care, and wisdom you bring to every day! 📸 Photo Day Magic ✨ Today marked the start of our annual Photo Day, and it was nothing short of magical! Our talented photographer, James, captured the biggest smiles and the most special moments, creating memories that will last a lifetime. We can’t wait to see the beautiful photos and treasure these snapshots of joy and learning. A huge thank you to everyone for making Active Explorers Ellerslie such a wonderful place to grow, explore, and create lasting memories. Thank you, whānau, for being an integral part of our Active Explorers Ellerslie community. Your support and involvement make every day here extra special!

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Social Emotional Learning!

We're passionate about teaching children Social-Emotional Learning with cool books and fun art!

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Childcare Assistance Update

Effective 1 April 2023, more people will be eligible for subsidy and the hourly subsidy rates will increase.

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