Privately owned childcare centre for children aged 2-5 years in Papatoetoe.
Fun N Play Childcare Centre
Fun N Play offers quality childcare and play-based learning for children aged 2–6 in Papatoetoe, Auckland.
Education & TrainingAuckland CityChecked 10 November 2026
About Fun N Play Childcare Centre
Fun N Play Childcare Centre in Papatoetoe, Auckland, provides a welcoming environment for children aged 2–6 years. Through play-based learning, caring teachers and engaging activities, children develop essential skills, confidence, creativity and independence while preparing for their transition to school.
What you'll find on funnplay.co.nz
Fun N Play is a privately owned childcare centre in Papatoetoe, Auckland, offering care for children aged 2 to 5 years. The centre operates Monday to Friday from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM with flexible hours to suit whānau schedules. They provide high teacher-child ratios for one-on-one time and small group learning, incorporating Te Whariki principles through hands-on experiences.
The centre features large indoor and outdoor spaces with planted gardens and equipment for exploration. Meals are included—lunch, morning tea, and afternoon tea. Staff are trained and experienced teachers from various countries and education backgrounds with qualifications ranging from Bachelor to Master degrees. Children aged 3 to 5 years can access 20 hours free ECE with a specialised transition to school programme.
High teacher-child ratio for one-on-one time
Kai included: lunch and morning/afternoon tea
Multicultural teaching team with advanced qualifications
Large indoor and outdoor play spaces
Te Whariki curriculum-based programming
20 hours free ECE for 3-5 year-olds
Who it's for
Parents and caregivers in Papatoetoe seeking quality childcare for children aged 2 to 5 years. Families looking for flexible hours, included meals, and multicultural education. Those valuing high staff-to-child ratios and Te Whariki-based learning.
Services
Childcare for children aged 2–6 years, early childhood education, play-based learning, preschool programmes, outdoor activities, creative learning, nutritious daily meals and 20 Hours ECE for eligible children.
Areas covered
Papatoetoe, Manukau, Manurewa, Ōtara and surrounding South Auckland areas, New Zealand.
Why customers choose Fun N Play Childcare Centre
Fun N Play offers a warm, family-friendly environment with caring teachers, engaging activities, spacious indoor and outdoor play areas, and a focus on children's confidence, creativity, independence and school readiness.
Questions about Fun N Play Childcare Centre
What age can children start at Fun N Play?
Fun N Play accepts children from 2 to 5 years old. Children aged 3 to 5 can access 20 hours free ECE with a specialised transition to school programme.
What meals are provided?
The centre includes nourishing kai for children: lunch, morning tea, and afternoon tea to fuel growing minds and little bodies.
What hours does the centre operate?
Fun N Play is open Monday to Friday from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM with flexible hours available to suit your whānau's needs.