Looking for a welcoming, fun, and enriching place for your child to learn through play? Wallaceville Playcentre is a vibrant, whānau-led early childhood centre where tamariki (children) aged 0-6 years can explore, create, and grow in a nurturing environment. Located at 52 Ward Street, Wallaceville, Upper Hutt, we invite you to join us for play, connection, and community.

What Makes Playcentre Special?

Wallaceville Playcentre is part of Playcentre Aotearoa, a unique early childhood organisation that believes parents are a child’s best first teachers. We are run by whānau, for whānau, creating a space where caregivers and children learn together. Our sessions are facilitated by parents, supported by free training opportunities, ensuring that both adults and children thrive.

At Playcentre, we value:

• Whānau tūhonotanga – Building strong relationships within our community
• Ako – Learning together, with children leading their own play
• Manaakitanga – A welcoming, inclusive space for all families
• Kaitiakitanga – Caring for our environment and each other

We believe that play is essential for childhood development. That’s why we offer a wide range of activities, from messy play and outdoor adventures to imaginative storytelling, water play, and creative arts.

Why Join Wallaceville Playcentre?

• Whānau involvement: Be actively involved in your child’s early learning journey
• Free adult education programme: Learn about child development, play-based learning, and more
• Small, supportive sessions: Two mornings a week, ensuring quality experiences
• Messy play, nature play, and child-led exploration

Messy Play Week – March 5 & 6 2025!

Join us for Messy Play Week on Tuesday 5th & Wednesday 6th March—two days of sensory, creative fun! Expect:

• Painting and water play
• Mud, sand, and clay exploration
• Foam, slime, and gloop activities

Let your child dive into the joys of messy play while developing fine motor skills, creativity, and confidence. Bring a change of clothes and get ready to have fun!

Come for a Visit!

We’d love to welcome you to a session—whether you’re a first-time parent, looking for a community, or wanting an alternative to traditional childcare. We are open Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM.

• Visit us at Wallaceville Playcentre, 52 Ward Street, Wallaceville, Upper Hutt
• Find out more: Wallaceville Playcentre

Come along and experience the joy of learning through play! We can’t wait to meet you.

A “thank you” to A. McCormack for sending this article to The Upper Hutt Connection.

12/02/25