Active Explorers

Victoria Avenue

4 Victoria Ave, Palmerston North
Monday - Friday 7:30am - 6:00pm
06 355 5560

Centre Benefits

Lunches/Food
Rooms
Nursery
Healthy Heart
Excursions
School Transitions
Storypark
Large Outdoor Area
Extended Hours
ECE Hours

Palmerston North's favourite local daycare

Welcome to Active Explorers Victoria Avenue, where we provide quality early childhood education for tamariki of all ages. With a focus on creativity, community, and local culture, we offer a nurturing environment that helps your child grow, explore, and thrive every day.

Meet our Centre Manager

Kia ora

My name is Gillian. I have been teaching in early childhood education for over 20 years. I have recently returned to Palmerston North from Wellington to spend time with my family. I gained by Diploma of Teaching (ECE) with Te Rito Maioha and my Bachelor of Teaching (ECE) with Canterbury University in 2009.

I love being part of the Active Explorers Victoria Avenue community and working alongside the children and families who attend our centre.

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What makes us special

Our Centre

About Active Explorers Victoria Avenue

At Active Explorers Victoria Avenue, we celebrate our local culture and foster creativity in tamariki through play and exploration. Our centre is a place where children feel at home, with a curriculum designed to encourage independence, confidence, and a love of learning.

Our centre offers a purpose-built, spacious environment filled with natural light, with a seamless indoor-outdoor flow that connects tamariki to nature. Our learning spaces are designed for children to explore and create, with plenty of opportunities to learn through stories, art, music, and play.

Children are grouped into rooms based on age, with activities tailored to suit each stage of development. We’re also committed to building strong relationships with families, and we celebrate our local iwi and culture through events like our Matariki celebration and regular community excursions.

Our People

Our Team

Our friendly team is dedicated to providing a warm, supportive environment for both tamariki and whānau. We value partnership with families, ensuring open communication and ongoing support for each child's growth. We’re passionate about continuous learning and creating fun, meaningful experiences for your child.

Our Rooms

Our Spaces

At Active Explorers Victoria Avenue, we have learning environments that feel like home. With open spaces and lots of natural light, tamariki are encouraged to explore, play, and learn in an environment that supports their growth and development.

0–2 years

Nga Kakano o Tane

This warm and inviting space is designed to support tamariki as they discover the world around them. With plenty of natural light and safe areas for exploration, children are encouraged to develop their motor skills, early language, and a sense of independence. The environment includes sensory play, music, and time to bond with caregivers, while family photos and personal touches ensure tamariki feel connected to home.

2-5 years

Koru Lounge

This spacious room is perfect for toddlers and preschoolers to explore their creativity. The room is filled with resources that promote learning through art, music, and interactive play. Tamariki enjoy plenty of opportunities to develop literacy, numeracy, and problem-solving skills while having fun. The seamless indoor-outdoor flow allows tamariki to engage in outdoor play, including running games, sandpit play, and more.

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If you want a family friendly centre for your little ones then this is for you. The centre is incredible and is ever evolving too. All staff are hospitable and personable and so caring towards the kid...

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