Lollipops

Petone

121 The Esplanade, Petone, Lower Hutt
Monday - Friday 7.30am - 5.30pm
04 909 7272

Centre Benefits

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

Leading local daycare in Petone

Welcome to Lollipops Petone, a vibrant early learning centre in Petone, Wellington. We provide quality care and education for infants, toddlers, and young children, with a strong focus on community connections and outdoor exploration. At our centre, we nurture each child’s development and help them grow at their own pace

Meet our Centre Manager

Kiaora

Stacey has been a Kaiako at Lollipops Petone since 2013, starting as a teacher in training and graduating with a Bachelor of Teaching in 2016.

Over the years Stacey has held various roles at Lollipops Petone and worked in other Evolve centres in the region.

Growing up in a large family Stacey has always had younger siblings around, which created a passion for working with younger children.
Stacey lives in Lower Hutt with her daughter Chloe. In their spare time, they love to be around family and make the most of learning and growing together.

What makes us special

Our Centre

About Lollipops Petone

At Lollipops Petone, we’re all about creating strong ties to the local community. We integrate the history and beauty of Petone into our learning programmes, with regular trips to the library and walks along the Esplanade, giving children a real sense of place.

Our centre is purpose-built, with spacious learning environments and large outdoor areas that encourage play and creativity. Children love being outdoors, whether they’re riding bikes, getting stuck into the sandpits, or lending a hand in the garden.

We offer a balanced approach to learning, with a mix of teacher-led learning experiences and opportunities for children to explore on their own. With dedicated spaces for different age groups, we make sure each child receives the right support to grow and learn.

Our People

Our Team

Our team at Lollipops Petone is passionate about building meaningful relationships with both children and families. With a Centre Manager who’s been with us for over 10 years, we’ve got a lot of experience in providing a loving, supportive environment where every child feels valued and encouraged to reach their potential.

Kaiako

Kiwi Room

Kaiako

Fantail Room

Our Rooms

Our Team

Lollipops Petone is all about open, inviting spaces that encourage exploration and play. With plenty of room indoors and outdoors, our children have the freedom to learn and create in a safe and stimulating environment.

0 - 15 months

Kiwi Room

The Kiwi Room is a calm, nurturing space where our youngest tamariki can explore and rest. It’s full of sensory learning experiences, soft toys, and safe, inviting areas for babies to learn through touch, sound, and movement.

15 months - 2.5 years

Fantail Room

The Fantail Room is where toddlers can start to stretch their wings. With a mix of structured learning experiences and free play, it helps children develop motor skills, language, and independence. There are plenty of resources and experiences to spark curiosity and creativity.

2.5 - 3.5 years

Tūī Room

In the Tūī Room, tamariki are encouraged to express themselves through creative play and hands-on learning. With a focus on developing early literacy, numeracy, and social skills, this room is designed to support growing independence and imaginative thinking.

3.5 - 5 years

Kākāpō Room

The Kākāpō Room is where our preschoolers get ready for school. It’s a space designed for learning through play, with lots of opportunities for problem-solving, early reading and writing, and community-building experiences that prepare children for the next step in their learning journey.

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Why parents love our centre

Fayth Rasmussen

Parent

★★★★★

this is the second childcare place I've sent my 3 year old and it's the best by far. lollipops truly treats you like family. my daughter was very non verbal before attending lollipops and now she won'...

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