Space at Taranaki Playcentres
Space for you and your baby at Playcentre would love to share in your parenting journey. At Space, you and your baby will connect with other new parents & their babies as you explore parenting & children's development in a safe, facilitated environment. Your Space group will meet weekly, giving you & your baby the chance to make real connections during your baby's first year.
For more information on Space
Click here to see what Space for you and your baby is all about
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Programme Fees
Programme fees - after 1st September 2026.
For the Space at Playcentre Programme (approx. 30 weeks) PAY NOW $120
Twins receive a reduced programme fee of $50 for the second twin.
For the Babies Can Play Programme (approx 10 weeks) PAY NOW $50
For babies 10 months to 2 years.
If you wish to book into a programme and do not have a credit or debit card OR you want to apply for a WINZ Childcare Subsidy OR need to arrange a payment plan, please email lowernorth.programmes@playcentre.org.nz .
WINZ Childcare Assistance
WINZ Childcare Assistance is available, if you would like forms sent to you please email lowernorth.programmes@playcentre.org.nz.
Babies over 6 months old
If your baby will be more than 6 months or older when the next Space groups start, there a place may be available in an existing programme. If you can't see a group that is appropriate for your babies age, please email lowernorth.programmes@playcentre.org.nz with your name, baby's name, date birth and preferred Space group location.
To Book
To book, click on the programme you want below, click 'select' on the programme fee you want, then click ‘view selection’, 'book now' and complete the details requested. Please only select multiple tickets for multiple babies under the same carer (attendee). If booking for a friend complete a separate booking. If the course you want to join is fully booked please join the wait list; click on the session you want then click 'Join Wait List' and fill in the details.