Active Explorers

Nelson Street

25 Nelson Street, Greymouth
Monday - Friday 7:45am - 5:00pm
03 768 9099

Centre Benefits

Lunch Box
3 Rooms
Nursery
Excursions
Storypark
School Transitions
ECE Hours
Extended Hours

LOCATION's favourite local daycare

Welcome to our multicultural early learning centre on the stunning West Coast, where we offer quality care and education for pēpi, toddlers, and young tamariki. Our strong local curriculum, close community ties, and inclusive values create a welcoming space where every child and whānau feels supported.

Meet our Centre Manager

Kiaora

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What makes us special

Our Centre

Our People

Our Team

Our passionate team of kaiako have worked together for years, creating a loving, inclusive space where tamariki and whānau feel seen and supported. We value open communication, and our shared strengths include gardening, bicultural practice, and helping children build confidence and resilience for the journey ahead.

Our Rooms

Our centre is inspired by the natural beauty and cultural richness of Greymouth. Inside and out, tamariki enjoy inviting, flexible spaces filled with resources they can explore freely. This helps them grow independence, curiosity and a strong sense of belonging.

0–2 years

Rūma Kakaruwai

A peaceful, nurturing room where our youngest pēpi build trusting relationships and confidence. With lots of sensory play, cuddles and familiar routines, Rūma Kakaruwai is a gentle space for learning and discovery.

2-3 years

Rūma Kea

In this energetic space, toddlers are supported as they explore their independence. Rūma Kea encourages imagination, communication and social learning through meaningful play and engaging experiences.

3–5 years

Rūma Tūī

This room is all about preparing tamariki for the next big step. With a focus on local stories, confidence-building and social skills, Rūma Tūī helps preschoolers understand who they are and how they can make a positive impact in the world.

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★★★★★

We love AENS and their team! The have helped grow and teach both of our children over the past 7 years! We will be sad to say goodbye later on this year!!!

In the short amount of time that Cassidy has been at Active Explorers her growth and development has been incredible. Her fine motor skills have developed and can now identify and write the letters of her name! Cassidy is building relationships with the teachers and students and feels a sense of belonging, as do I. I enjoy catching up with the teachers on pick up and drop off to see what Cassidy has been learning through the day. I also love the updates during the day through Storypark. Even though Cassidy is only 3 I feel like she is well on her way to an excellent start to her education. The teachers also extend on what we are learning at home, whether it's te reo maori or reading they get involved and we work together. I love the Active Explorers whanau. Keep up the great work team.

Elinor

My son thoroughly enjoys his time at Active Explorers in the Super Tots classroom. His teachers encourage his development in all aspects, and ensure that he is happy and having fun at the same time. We have open communication between home and daycare, and know that everyone is working for the best outcome for my son. It is great to see how happy all of the children are and the different learning experiences they are having.

Louise

Active Explorers Airport is a fantastic establishment. As parents, we wanted Zara to feel comfortable in the environment that she spends most of her day in and we found a perfect match in Active Explorers Airport. The teachers take a genuine interest in the child's progress and help to not only educate but to build their confidence. Zara started at- Active Explorers Airport when she was two and will be turning four soon. We have enjoyed our journey with Active Explorers Airport and would highly recommend them.

Savio & Priyanka

I would like to say how well and how much my daughter has learnt and progressed during her time at Active Explorers daycare. The teachers in supertots are amazing and so interactive with the children and my daughter absolutely loves them, I am truly pleased at how much she has learnt and how she interacts with other children, she surprises me each day! Truly thankful.

Ngawai

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