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

Past Events › Free Events
July 2021
YMCA (Ages 5 – 11yrs+)
An event every 2 weeks that begins at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, repeating until 21 September, 2021
We are very lucky to have received funding from sport Taranaki for YMCA social sessions every second Tuesday. These will be free play sessions where the children can socialise with access to the equipment. Everyone is welcome. When: 27 July, 10 August, 24 August, 7 September, 21 September Time: 1pm to 2:30pm Cost: Free
Find out more »August 2021
Tuesday Social Play (All ages – Dog friendly)
An event every 2 weeks that begins at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, repeating until 28 September, 2021
Dates: Every Second Tuesday Time: 1 – 2.30pm Who: Everyone can comeWhere: Audrey Gale Reserve. Park at the end of the steep driveway. What to bring: If you have a dog or not, come along and play. It is a good idea to bring some towels and toys for the dogs. Cost: Free Note: Adult supervision is required as there is water nearby. Adults will be required to stay, or another adult allocated by parent Keep in mind there will…
Find out more »YMCA (Ages 5 – 11yrs+)
An event every 2 weeks that begins at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, repeating until 21 September, 2021
We are very lucky to have received funding from sport Taranaki for YMCA social sessions every second Tuesday. These will be free play sessions where the children can socialise with access to the equipment. Everyone is welcome. When: 27 July, 10 August, 24 August, 7 September, 21 September Time: 1pm to 2:30pm Cost: Free
Find out more »Tuesday Social Play (All ages – Dog friendly)
An event every 2 weeks that begins at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, repeating until 28 September, 2021
Dates: Every Second Tuesday Time: 1 – 2.30pm Who: Everyone can comeWhere: Audrey Gale Reserve. Park at the end of the steep driveway. What to bring: If you have a dog or not, come along and play. It is a good idea to bring some towels and toys for the dogs. Cost: Free Note: Adult supervision is required as there is water nearby. Adults will be required to stay, or another adult allocated by parent Keep in mind there will…
Find out more »YMCA (Ages 5 – 11yrs+)
An event every 2 weeks that begins at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, repeating until 21 September, 2021
We are very lucky to have received funding from sport Taranaki for YMCA social sessions every second Tuesday. These will be free play sessions where the children can socialise with access to the equipment. Everyone is welcome. When: 27 July, 10 August, 24 August, 7 September, 21 September Time: 1pm to 2:30pm Cost: Free
Find out more »Tuesday Social Play (All ages – Dog friendly)
An event every 2 weeks that begins at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, repeating until 28 September, 2021
Dates: Every Second Tuesday Time: 1 – 2.30pm Who: Everyone can comeWhere: Audrey Gale Reserve. Park at the end of the steep driveway. What to bring: If you have a dog or not, come along and play. It is a good idea to bring some towels and toys for the dogs. Cost: Free Note: Adult supervision is required as there is water nearby. Adults will be required to stay, or another adult allocated by parent Keep in mind there will…
Find out more »September 2021
YMCA (Ages 5 – 11yrs+)
An event every 2 weeks that begins at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, repeating until 21 September, 2021
We are very lucky to have received funding from sport Taranaki for YMCA social sessions every second Tuesday. These will be free play sessions where the children can socialise with access to the equipment. Everyone is welcome. When: 27 July, 10 August, 24 August, 7 September, 21 September Time: 1pm to 2:30pm Cost: Free
Find out more »Tuesday Social Play (All ages – Dog friendly)
An event every 2 weeks that begins at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, repeating until 28 September, 2021
Dates: Every Second Tuesday Time: 1 – 2.30pm Who: Everyone can comeWhere: Audrey Gale Reserve. Park at the end of the steep driveway. What to bring: If you have a dog or not, come along and play. It is a good idea to bring some towels and toys for the dogs. Cost: Free Note: Adult supervision is required as there is water nearby. Adults will be required to stay, or another adult allocated by parent Keep in mind there will…
Find out more »YMCA (Ages 5 – 11yrs+)
An event every 2 weeks that begins at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, repeating until 21 September, 2021
We are very lucky to have received funding from sport Taranaki for YMCA social sessions every second Tuesday. These will be free play sessions where the children can socialise with access to the equipment. Everyone is welcome. When: 27 July, 10 August, 24 August, 7 September, 21 September Time: 1pm to 2:30pm Cost: Free
Find out more »Tuesday Social Play (All ages – Dog friendly)
An event every 2 weeks that begins at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, repeating until 28 September, 2021
Dates: Every Second Tuesday Time: 1 – 2.30pm Who: Everyone can comeWhere: Audrey Gale Reserve. Park at the end of the steep driveway. What to bring: If you have a dog or not, come along and play. It is a good idea to bring some towels and toys for the dogs. Cost: Free Note: Adult supervision is required as there is water nearby. Adults will be required to stay, or another adult allocated by parent Keep in mind there will…
Find out more »October 2021
YMCA (All welcome)
An event every 2 weeks that begins at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, repeating until 14 December, 2021
We are very lucky to have received funding from sport Taranaki for YMCA social sessions every second Tuesday. These will be free play sessions where the children can socialise with access to the equipment. When: Oct 19, Nov 2, 16, 30 and Dec 14 Time: 1pm to 2:30pm Cost: Free
Find out more »Tuesday Social Play (All ages – dog friendly)
An event every 2 weeks that begins at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, repeating until 7 December, 2021
Dates: Tuesdays (Fortnitely) Time: 1 – 2.30pm Who: Everyone can come Where: Audrey Gale Reserve. Park at the end of the steep driveway. What to bring: If you have a dog or not, come along and play. It is a good idea to bring some towels and toys for the dogs. Cost: Free Note: Adult supervision is required as there is water nearby. Adults will be required to stay, or another adult allocated by parent No registration necessary, come along…
Find out more »November 2021
YMCA (All welcome)
An event every 2 weeks that begins at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, repeating until 14 December, 2021
We are very lucky to have received funding from sport Taranaki for YMCA social sessions every second Tuesday. These will be free play sessions where the children can socialise with access to the equipment. When: Oct 19, Nov 2, 16, 30 and Dec 14 Time: 1pm to 2:30pm Cost: Free
Find out more »Tuesday Social Play (All ages – dog friendly)
An event every 2 weeks that begins at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, repeating until 7 December, 2021
Dates: Tuesdays (Fortnitely) Time: 1 – 2.30pm Who: Everyone can come Where: Audrey Gale Reserve. Park at the end of the steep driveway. What to bring: If you have a dog or not, come along and play. It is a good idea to bring some towels and toys for the dogs. Cost: Free Note: Adult supervision is required as there is water nearby. Adults will be required to stay, or another adult allocated by parent No registration necessary, come along…
Find out more »YMCA (All welcome)
An event every 2 weeks that begins at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, repeating until 14 December, 2021
We are very lucky to have received funding from sport Taranaki for YMCA social sessions every second Tuesday. These will be free play sessions where the children can socialise with access to the equipment. When: Oct 19, Nov 2, 16, 30 and Dec 14 Time: 1pm to 2:30pm Cost: Free
Find out more »Tuesday Social Play (All ages – dog friendly)
An event every 2 weeks that begins at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, repeating until 7 December, 2021
Dates: Tuesdays (Fortnitely) Time: 1 – 2.30pm Who: Everyone can come Where: Audrey Gale Reserve. Park at the end of the steep driveway. What to bring: If you have a dog or not, come along and play. It is a good idea to bring some towels and toys for the dogs. Cost: Free Note: Adult supervision is required as there is water nearby. Adults will be required to stay, or another adult allocated by parent No registration necessary, come along…
Find out more »YMCA (All welcome)
An event every 2 weeks that begins at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, repeating until 14 December, 2021
We are very lucky to have received funding from sport Taranaki for YMCA social sessions every second Tuesday. These will be free play sessions where the children can socialise with access to the equipment. When: Oct 19, Nov 2, 16, 30 and Dec 14 Time: 1pm to 2:30pm Cost: Free
Find out more »December 2021
Parent Social Evening
Where: The Good Home 11 Ariki Street, New Plymouth 4310 Wednesday 1st December Time: 7pm onwards Come along for a chance to socialize with other parents, free of the children! A great opportunity to share a bite to eat and a lemonade. Open to all past, current, and maybe-just-thinking-about-it homeschooling parents.
Find out more »Beach day/ End of year catch up (All welcome)
Date: 3/12/21 Time: 12:30 What to Bring: Your lunch! Anything you want to play. Where: Ngamotu Beach, by the playground, we have the Scout Hall for bag/shelter if needed Cost: free Parental supervision expected
Find out more »Tuesday Social Play (All ages – dog friendly)
An event every 2 weeks that begins at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, repeating until 7 December, 2021
Dates: Tuesdays (Fortnitely) Time: 1 – 2.30pm Who: Everyone can come Where: Audrey Gale Reserve. Park at the end of the steep driveway. What to bring: If you have a dog or not, come along and play. It is a good idea to bring some towels and toys for the dogs. Cost: Free Note: Adult supervision is required as there is water nearby. Adults will be required to stay, or another adult allocated by parent No registration necessary, come along…
Find out more »YMCA (All welcome)
An event every 2 weeks that begins at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, repeating until 14 December, 2021
We are very lucky to have received funding from sport Taranaki for YMCA social sessions every second Tuesday. These will be free play sessions where the children can socialise with access to the equipment. When: Oct 19, Nov 2, 16, 30 and Dec 14 Time: 1pm to 2:30pm Cost: Free
Find out more »January 2022
Thursday Social Meet (All ages – All welcome)
Each Thursday we meet at different playground in and around New Plymouth. A great opportunity to meet other home educating families. Everyone is welcome. This is a free event, but occasionally we may meet at somewhere that may have an entry fee. Details for each week are posted on NTHE Facebook page, homeschool social messenger chat, or contact Mary on 027 859 2925 Time: 11am-1pm Dates: Jan 6, 13, 20, 27 Feb 3, 10, 17, 24, Mar 3, 10, 17,…
Find out more »April 2022
Dog Friendly Tuesday Social Play (all ages)
An event every week that begins at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, repeating until 13 December, 2022
Dates: Every Tuesday Time: 1 – 2.30pm Who: Everyone can come Where: Audrey Gale Reserve. Over the winter terms we meet at the covered picnic area in the main carpark at the bottom of the hill. What to bring: If you have a dog or not, come along and play. Bring togs and towels, sunscreen, snacks, any outdoor toys (frisbee, football etc.). It is a good idea to bring some towels and toys for your dog. Cost: Free Note: Adult supervision…
Find out more »Dog Friendly Tuesday Social Play (all ages)
An event every week that begins at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, repeating until 13 December, 2022
Dates: Every Tuesday Time: 1 – 2.30pm Who: Everyone can come Where: Audrey Gale Reserve. Over the winter terms we meet at the covered picnic area in the main carpark at the bottom of the hill. What to bring: If you have a dog or not, come along and play. Bring togs and towels, sunscreen, snacks, any outdoor toys (frisbee, football etc.). It is a good idea to bring some towels and toys for your dog. Cost: Free Note: Adult supervision…
Find out more »Dog Friendly Tuesday Social Play (all ages)
An event every week that begins at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, repeating until 13 December, 2022
Dates: Every Tuesday Time: 1 – 2.30pm Who: Everyone can come Where: Audrey Gale Reserve. Over the winter terms we meet at the covered picnic area in the main carpark at the bottom of the hill. What to bring: If you have a dog or not, come along and play. Bring togs and towels, sunscreen, snacks, any outdoor toys (frisbee, football etc.). It is a good idea to bring some towels and toys for your dog. Cost: Free Note: Adult supervision…
Find out more »May 2022
Dog Friendly Tuesday Social Play (all ages)
An event every week that begins at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, repeating until 13 December, 2022
Dates: Every Tuesday Time: 1 – 2.30pm Who: Everyone can come Where: Audrey Gale Reserve. Over the winter terms we meet at the covered picnic area in the main carpark at the bottom of the hill. What to bring: If you have a dog or not, come along and play. Bring togs and towels, sunscreen, snacks, any outdoor toys (frisbee, football etc.). It is a good idea to bring some towels and toys for your dog. Cost: Free Note: Adult supervision…
Find out more »YMCA free play sessions (All ages)
An event every week that begins at 1:00 pm on Wednesday, repeating until 6 July, 2022
When: Every Wednesday of Term 2 Time: 1pm to 2.30pm Cost: Free We have booked the YMCA stadium every Wednesday of Term 2. Kids have access to all the soft play, gymnastics, and sports equipment. A great opportunity to socialise inside in the colder weather. At the end of the session all adults will need to help with packing away any equipment that is taken out. Registrations are not necessary but encouraged if you are new to the group or…
Find out more »Dog Friendly Tuesday Social Play (all ages)
An event every week that begins at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, repeating until 13 December, 2022
Dates: Every Tuesday Time: 1 – 2.30pm Who: Everyone can come Where: Audrey Gale Reserve. Over the winter terms we meet at the covered picnic area in the main carpark at the bottom of the hill. What to bring: If you have a dog or not, come along and play. Bring togs and towels, sunscreen, snacks, any outdoor toys (frisbee, football etc.). It is a good idea to bring some towels and toys for your dog. Cost: Free Note: Adult supervision…
Find out more »YMCA free play sessions (All ages)
An event every week that begins at 1:00 pm on Wednesday, repeating until 6 July, 2022
When: Every Wednesday of Term 2 Time: 1pm to 2.30pm Cost: Free We have booked the YMCA stadium every Wednesday of Term 2. Kids have access to all the soft play, gymnastics, and sports equipment. A great opportunity to socialise inside in the colder weather. At the end of the session all adults will need to help with packing away any equipment that is taken out. Registrations are not necessary but encouraged if you are new to the group or…
Find out more »Dog Friendly Tuesday Social Play (all ages)
An event every week that begins at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, repeating until 13 December, 2022
Dates: Every Tuesday Time: 1 – 2.30pm Who: Everyone can come Where: Audrey Gale Reserve. Over the winter terms we meet at the covered picnic area in the main carpark at the bottom of the hill. What to bring: If you have a dog or not, come along and play. Bring togs and towels, sunscreen, snacks, any outdoor toys (frisbee, football etc.). It is a good idea to bring some towels and toys for your dog. Cost: Free Note: Adult supervision…
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