Dinsdale Playcentre
About Dinsdale Playcentre
About Playcentre
Playcentres are parent-led early childhood services where families work alongside trained educators to support children’s learning through play, offering a warm, community-driven environment. These centres cater to parents who want to be actively involved in their child’s early education, enjoying a supportive, cooperative model that values whānau participation and mixed-age play.
What Is 20 Hours ECE funding?
20 Hours ECE is a government-funded initiative that helps reduce the cost of early childhood education for families with tamariki aged 3–5. Eligible children can receive up to 20 hours of funded care and education each week at participating services. Centres can set their own enrolment patterns and may ask for optional charges, but the funded hours themselves should be free of compulsory fees. If you are unsure how this works at Dinsdale Playcentre, it is best to ask the centre directly how they apply 20 Hours ECE.
Community Profile
Roll & age distribution
Dinsdale Playcentre currently has a roll of 36 children tamariki , with most children enrolled in the 0–5 years age band.
Ethnicity profile
European tamariki are the largest group (70% of the roll), alongside māori, pacific, asian children.
Roll and demographic figures are based on data supplied by the Ministry of Education and were last updated on 01/07/2024.
Parent Reviews
“It's our second home, my children and I have spent many hours at Dinsdale Playcentre over the past few years. We love it! I have watched my children thrive here, learning so much and making amazing friendships.”
“Dinsdale Playcentre is not just for Mums & kids, it is a great place for grandparents, aunties & Dads who may be looking after little ones too. Also recommend it for families new to Hamilton - such a great way to meet people in your community and grow long-lasting friendships.”
“This is such a cool playcentre, the families who attend are so supportive and amazing, the Centre has everything you kids could ever ask for. Been attending for nearly three years and every session my kids have a blast and I leave with my cup full!”
“Such a great centre! Friendly welcoming members with lots of space for my son to run free. Big open area with a wide range of activities for kids to join in on. Dinsdale Playcentre is an awesome little community to be a part of!”
“I don't have children here but have been a close neighbour since 1999. It has always been busy, with frequent improvements and the people attending have been friendly. I've posted a more recent photo to show how the mural has brightened up the place.”
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