Upcoming Events
If you are thinking about homeschooling and would like to meet and chat with some homeschooling families you are welcome to join us at the following events
Wednesday Social catch ups
Brooklands Zoo 30 Brooklands Park Drive, New Plymouth, New ZealandOn Wednesdays this term we will aim to meet at Brooklands Zoo. Time: 1.30-approx. 3pm Date: Wednesdays Venue: Brooklands Zoo Ages suitable: All Price: Free What to bring: weather appropriate clothes, anything you would like for yourself (food, drinks, picnic mat, sunscreen etc. Are parents required to stay? Yes Are parents required to help? Yes […]
Exploring Nature Co-op
Lake Mangamahoe Lake Mangamahoe Rd, Burgess Park, New Plymouth, New ZealandExploring Nature Co-op Our Exploring Nature Co-op is a hands-on, child-led outdoor learning experience where families come together to engage with nature through play, exploration, and shared activities. Each gathering follows a chosen topic, with opportunities for children to contribute their own ideas, experiment, and interact with the environment in meaningful ways. Activities might include […]
Wednesday Social catch ups
Brooklands Zoo 30 Brooklands Park Drive, New Plymouth, New ZealandOn Wednesdays this term we will aim to meet at Brooklands Zoo. Time: 1.30-approx. 3pm Date: Wednesdays Venue: Brooklands Zoo Ages suitable: All Price: Free What to bring: weather appropriate clothes, anything you would like for yourself (food, drinks, picnic mat, sunscreen etc. Are parents required to stay? Yes Are parents required to help? Yes […]
Nature Play Gatherings
Lake Mangamahoe Lake Mangamahoe Rd, Burgess Park, New Plymouth, New ZealandNature Play Gatherings Our Nature Play Gatherings offer a relaxed and friendly child led space for families to connect, share, and enjoy time in nature together. These play gatherings focus on casual play and socialization, creating an inviting environment where children and parents can build meaningful relationships. Nature Play Gatherings offer a space to slow […]
Len Lye Gallery
Len Lye Art Gallery 42 Queen St, New Plymouth, New ZealandStart Time: 9:00am End Time: 11:00am Date: Tuesday 29th July 2025 Venue: Len Lye Gallery Ages suitable: All Price: Free What to bring: Suitable clothing for being inside and arts and crafts. The theme for this session is From the Mountains to the Sea - Mai te Kāhui Tupua ki Hinemoana. For more information see: […]
Wednesday Social catch ups
Brooklands Zoo 30 Brooklands Park Drive, New Plymouth, New ZealandOn Wednesdays this term we will aim to meet at Brooklands Zoo. Time: 1.30-approx. 3pm Date: Wednesdays Venue: Brooklands Zoo Ages suitable: All Price: Free What to bring: weather appropriate clothes, anything you would like for yourself (food, drinks, picnic mat, sunscreen etc. Are parents required to stay? Yes Are parents required to help? Yes […]
Exploring Nature Co-op
Lake Mangamahoe Lake Mangamahoe Rd, Burgess Park, New Plymouth, New ZealandExploring Nature Co-op Our Exploring Nature Co-op is a hands-on, child-led outdoor learning experience where families come together to engage with nature through play, exploration, and shared activities. Each gathering follows a chosen topic, with opportunities for children to contribute their own ideas, experiment, and interact with the environment in meaningful ways. Activities might include […]
Fundraiser for NTHE at Mitre10 Mega Community BBQ
Mitre 10 Mega 5 Vickers Rd, New Plymouth, New ZealandStart Time: 8.00am End Time: Until the sausages sell out 😅 - have to be finished by 4.00pm Date: Saturday 2nd August 2025 Venue: Mitre10 Mega, The Valley, Waiwhakaiho Ages suitable: Adults and teens Price: No cost What to bring: Apron Are parents required to stay? Yes Are parents required to help? Yes Minimum number: […]
Wednesday Social catch ups
Brooklands Zoo 30 Brooklands Park Drive, New Plymouth, New ZealandOn Wednesdays this term we will aim to meet at Brooklands Zoo. Time: 1.30-approx. 3pm Date: Wednesdays Venue: Brooklands Zoo Ages suitable: All Price: Free What to bring: weather appropriate clothes, anything you would like for yourself (food, drinks, picnic mat, sunscreen etc. Are parents required to stay? Yes Are parents required to help? Yes […]
Nature Play Gatherings
Lake Mangamahoe Lake Mangamahoe Rd, Burgess Park, New Plymouth, New ZealandNature Play Gatherings Our Nature Play Gatherings offer a relaxed and friendly child led space for families to connect, share, and enjoy time in nature together. These play gatherings focus on casual play and socialization, creating an inviting environment where children and parents can build meaningful relationships. Nature Play Gatherings offer a space to slow […]
Sea Change Programme Puke Ariki
Puke Ariki 1 Ariki Street, New Plymouth, New ZealandCome along and explore the diverse marine life along Taranaki’s coast and learn about exciting local research, as well as the impact of human activity on our oceans while exploring the Pristine Seas and Reef Alive exhibit. Start Time: 1pm Date: Wednesday 13th August Venue: Puke Ariki Museum, meet in foyer Ages suitable: all ages […]
Wednesday Social catch ups
Brooklands Zoo 30 Brooklands Park Drive, New Plymouth, New ZealandOn Wednesdays this term we will aim to meet at Brooklands Zoo. Time: 1.30-approx. 3pm Date: Wednesdays Venue: Brooklands Zoo Ages suitable: All Price: Free What to bring: weather appropriate clothes, anything you would like for yourself (food, drinks, picnic mat, sunscreen etc. Are parents required to stay? Yes Are parents required to help? Yes […]
Exploring Nature Co-op
Lake Mangamahoe Lake Mangamahoe Rd, Burgess Park, New Plymouth, New ZealandExploring Nature Co-op Our Exploring Nature Co-op is a hands-on, child-led outdoor learning experience where families come together to engage with nature through play, exploration, and shared activities. Each gathering follows a chosen topic, with opportunities for children to contribute their own ideas, experiment, and interact with the environment in meaningful ways. Activities might include […]
Wednesday Social catch ups
Brooklands Zoo 30 Brooklands Park Drive, New Plymouth, New ZealandOn Wednesdays this term we will aim to meet at Brooklands Zoo. Time: 1.30-approx. 3pm Date: Wednesdays Venue: Brooklands Zoo Ages suitable: All Price: Free What to bring: weather appropriate clothes, anything you would like for yourself (food, drinks, picnic mat, sunscreen etc. Are parents required to stay? Yes Are parents required to help? Yes […]
Nature Play Gatherings
Lake Mangamahoe Lake Mangamahoe Rd, Burgess Park, New Plymouth, New ZealandNature Play Gatherings Our Nature Play Gatherings offer a relaxed and friendly child led space for families to connect, share, and enjoy time in nature together. These play gatherings focus on casual play and socialization, creating an inviting environment where children and parents can build meaningful relationships. Nature Play Gatherings offer a space to slow […]
Wednesday Social catch ups
Brooklands Zoo 30 Brooklands Park Drive, New Plymouth, New ZealandOn Wednesdays this term we will aim to meet at Brooklands Zoo. Time: 1.30-approx. 3pm Date: Wednesdays Venue: Brooklands Zoo Ages suitable: All Price: Free What to bring: weather appropriate clothes, anything you would like for yourself (food, drinks, picnic mat, sunscreen etc. Are parents required to stay? Yes Are parents required to help? Yes […]
Exploring Nature Co-op
Lake Mangamahoe Lake Mangamahoe Rd, Burgess Park, New Plymouth, New ZealandExploring Nature Co-op Our Exploring Nature Co-op is a hands-on, child-led outdoor learning experience where families come together to engage with nature through play, exploration, and shared activities. Each gathering follows a chosen topic, with opportunities for children to contribute their own ideas, experiment, and interact with the environment in meaningful ways. Activities might include […]
Penguins and shore bird life TRC
Ngamotu Beach 51 Ocean View Parade, New Plymouth, New ZealandJoin the Taranaki regional council to learn about penguins and shore birds life. Start Time: 10am End Time:2pm Date: 2nd September, if postpone due to weather we have booked in 16th September. Venue: Ngamotu Beach (I will confirm in email to those who registered the meeting place week before) Ages suitable: all Price: n/a What […]
Wednesday Social catch ups
Brooklands Zoo 30 Brooklands Park Drive, New Plymouth, New ZealandOn Wednesdays this term we will aim to meet at Brooklands Zoo. Time: 1.30-approx. 3pm Date: Wednesdays Venue: Brooklands Zoo Ages suitable: All Price: Free What to bring: weather appropriate clothes, anything you would like for yourself (food, drinks, picnic mat, sunscreen etc. Are parents required to stay? Yes Are parents required to help? Yes […]
Exploring Nature Co-op
Lake Mangamahoe Lake Mangamahoe Rd, Burgess Park, New Plymouth, New ZealandExploring Nature Co-op Our Exploring Nature Co-op is a hands-on, child-led outdoor learning experience where families come together to engage with nature through play, exploration, and shared activities. Each gathering follows a chosen topic, with opportunities for children to contribute their own ideas, experiment, and interact with the environment in meaningful ways. Activities might include […]
Wednesday Social catch ups
Brooklands Zoo 30 Brooklands Park Drive, New Plymouth, New ZealandOn Wednesdays this term we will aim to meet at Brooklands Zoo. Time: 1.30-approx. 3pm Date: Wednesdays Venue: Brooklands Zoo Ages suitable: All Price: Free What to bring: weather appropriate clothes, anything you would like for yourself (food, drinks, picnic mat, sunscreen etc. Are parents required to stay? Yes Are parents required to help? Yes […]
Wednesday Social catch ups
Brooklands Zoo 30 Brooklands Park Drive, New Plymouth, New ZealandOn Wednesdays this term we will aim to meet at Brooklands Zoo. Time: 1.30-approx. 3pm Date: Wednesdays Venue: Brooklands Zoo Ages suitable: All Price: Free What to bring: weather appropriate clothes, anything you would like for yourself (food, drinks, picnic mat, sunscreen etc. Are parents required to stay? Yes Are parents required to help? Yes […]
Nature Play Gatherings
Lake Mangamahoe Lake Mangamahoe Rd, Burgess Park, New Plymouth, New ZealandNature Play Gatherings Our Nature Play Gatherings offer a relaxed and friendly child led space for families to connect, share, and enjoy time in nature together. These play gatherings focus on casual play and socialization, creating an inviting environment where children and parents can build meaningful relationships. Nature Play Gatherings offer a space to slow […]
Wednesday Social catch ups
Brooklands Zoo 30 Brooklands Park Drive, New Plymouth, New ZealandOn Wednesdays this term we will aim to meet at Brooklands Zoo. Time: 1.30-approx. 3pm Date: Wednesdays Venue: Brooklands Zoo Ages suitable: All Price: Free What to bring: weather appropriate clothes, anything you would like for yourself (food, drinks, picnic mat, sunscreen etc. Are parents required to stay? Yes Are parents required to help? Yes […]