To nurture the next generation of lifelong learners

Active Explorers

Kaiapoi

  • 306 Beach Rd Kaiapoi Christchurch
  • Monday - Friday 7.00am - 6.00pm
  • 03 662 9067

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  • Lunch Box Lunch Box
  • 3 Rooms 3 Rooms
  • Nursery Nursery
  • Excursions Excursions
  • School Transitions School Transitions
  • Storypark Storypark
  • Large Outdoor Area Large Outdoor Area
  • ECE Hours ECE Hours
  • Extended Hours Extended Hours

Kia ora and welcome to Active Explorers Kaiapoi. We’re a purpose-built early learning centre in the heart of Beach Grove, offering quality care and education for pēpi, toddlers, and young tamariki. With big open spaces, a nature-based focus, and a child-led philosophy, every day here is a new adventure. 

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Meet our Centre Manager

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Kiaora

My name is Mel and I’m the Centre Manager here at Active Explorers Kaiapoi. I am passionate about Early childhood Education and strive to ensure the children, team and whanau are happy and supported with a sense of wellbeing and belonging. I have an open door policy at all times, and look forward to getting to know you and your whānau. Outside of work I enjoy spending time with my family, friends and dogs.

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At Active Explorers Kaiapoi, we believe tamariki thrive when they feel respected, valued, and free to explore at their own pace. Our philosophy is built around independence, communication, strong relationships, and a deep respect for each child’s learning journey. 

Our centre is full of inviting spaces, from large indoor rooms to a big outdoor play area that backs onto a local reserve. Tamariki love our bike track, sandpit, climbing dome, veggie gardens, fruit trees, and relaxing hammock chairs. 

We welcome children from birth to five years, with three rooms tailored to each age and stage. Daily life includes regular outings to local parks and the library, nature play, sports sessions, and visits to nearby schools to help older children transition confidently into the next chapter of their learning. 

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Clara Jin

Clara Jin

Parent

★★★★★

We’re incredibly happy with Active Explorers Kaiapoi. The teachers are caring, dedicated, and create a warm, positive environment. The outdoor and indoor spaces are spacious and thoughtfully designed,...

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Linda Kungiesingh (Linda Morgan)

Linda Kungiesingh (Linda Morgan)

Parent

★★★★★

My 3 year old and 11 month old attend Active explorers Kaiapoi and I highly recommend this childcare centre. The team is friendly and caring. They give regular updates and have a wide range of activit...

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Abbey Sutherland

Abbey Sutherland

Parent

★★★★★

Such a supportive and well managed team! My daughter loves every minute at Kaiapoi Active Explorers. With consistent new activities for the children, and family evenings which are super fun! Would hig...

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Javarna Taylor

Javarna Taylor

Parent

★★★★★

Words can’t express how much we love Active Explorers Kaiapoi, the team have been nothing but welcoming & loving since day one. My wee man has learnt so much being there & is always so happy to see hi...

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