Learning Adventures

Ashhurst

1, 3 & 5 Pembroke Street, Ashhurst
Monday - Friday 7.30am - 5.30pm
06 326 9906

Centre Benefits

ECE Hours
Healthy Heart
Excursions
Lunches/Food
Lunch Box
Enviroschools
Extended Hours
Storypark
Van
Purpose Built
Rooms
Nappies Included
Nursery
School Transitions
Large Outdoor Area

Ashhurst's favourite local daycare

Welcome to Learning Adventures Ashhurst – a warm, nature-rich childcare centre in Ashhurst, Manawatū. We offer quality education and care for infants, toddlers, and young learners, with a strong focus on sustainability, outdoor exploration, and community connections.

Meet our Centre Manager

Kiaora

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What makes us special

Our Centre

Our People

Our Team

We have a dedicated team who pride themselves on creating a warm, loving environment for both infants and their families, where feedback and working together in partnership is valued. Many of our kaiako bring expertise in school readiness, gardening, and environmental education.

Our Rooms

Our Team

Our centre is known for its wide open spaces and calm, natural environment. Children enjoy time in our secret garden, bug hunting, biking, and finding quiet corners for independent play. It’s a place where children are free to explore, learn, and grow.

0–2 years

Koru Room

Our Koru Room is a calm, nurturing space for infants, designed to feel like a home away from home. Tamariki are supported through gentle routines, sensory play, and close bonds with their kaiako.

2-3 years

Kowhai Room

The Kowhai Room supports curious toddlers as they grow in independence. Activities focus on language development, social skills, and exploration through nature-based play and hands-on experiences.

3–5 years

Kahikatea

In the Kahikatea Room, preschoolers are encouraged to be confident learners and leaders. The programme includes gardening, nature walks, and foundational skills to prepare them for a smooth transition to school.

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Why parents love our centre

Ashleigh Nixon

Parent

★★★★★

My daughter has just started here and I am so pleased with this centre. The staff are wonderful and I feel like they already know my daughter so well. The Admin people are really helpful and prompt at...

Mama Hoogie

Parent

★★★★★

We have been at this center for coming up two years. In the last 18 months the center has had a complete transformation. Under new management and teachers the center now is a wonderful environment for...

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