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Active Explorers

Mana

  • 30 Marina View, Paremata, Porirua
  • Monday - Friday 7:30am - 5:45pm
  • 04 233 1233

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

Welcome to Active Explorers Mana, a purpose-built childcare centre in Mana, Porirua. We offer quality early education for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers in a nurturing, multicultural environment where strong relationships and whānau involvement are at the heart of everything we do.

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Kia ora

Tēnā koutou katoa,
Ko Colina Te Huia tōku ingoa.
Nō Hokianga ahau.

I have been an early childhood Kaiako for many years now. My journey of learning has seen me start off as a Student kaiako, Qualified Kaiako, Team leader and Manager. I believe that all Tamariki grow and learn best when they are immersed in loving, caring, and supportive environments. Respectful, trusting relationships with Kaiako are imperative for them to establish a true sense of belonging and well-being.

I strive to provide learning environments that are well-resourced, inviting, and well organised so that learners have the ability and freedom to choose their own areas of interest at their own pace. It is important for Tamariki to gain an understanding of respecting our Taiao (environments).

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At Active Explorers Mana, we focus on building strong, respectful relationships and a sense of belonging. Guided by the principle of manaakitanga, we create a warm and inclusive space where tamariki feel empowered, supported, and part of our extended whānau.

Our centre provides freshly prepared meals, vibrant learning spaces, and a caring, multicultural atmosphere that supports children’s wellbeing and growth. Located near the train station, beaches, and local parks, we are perfectly positioned for daily adventures and community engagement.

We cater to different age groups across four well-resourced rooms. Children enjoy fun, age-appropriate activities indoors and outdoors, with shared outdoor areas that promote exploration and social interaction. Regular excursions and care routines help create a consistent, connected experience for every child.

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Tammy Snyman

Tammy Snyman

Parent

★★★★★

We’ve had such a wonderful experience with Active Explorers Mana. From the very beginning, the team has been warm, welcoming, and genuinely invested in our son’s wellbeing and development. My son abs...

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Jasmin Kaiaruna

Jasmin Kaiaruna

Parent

★★★★★

We have our 2 kids attending Active Explorers Mana currently and they love it! Our youngest started at 6 months old, which was a hard time for me but the teachers kept me updated with her progress by ...

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Renata Kotua

Renata Kotua

Parent

★★★★★

Every drop off my daughter is keen to go and is always happy at the end of her day. The staff are all hearty, warm and encouraging. Martha always feels connected to her Active Explorers whānau. The Ka...

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Tiffany Tapa

Tiffany Tapa

Parent

★★★★★

Kia ora! In June last year, we transitioned our three-year-old son from Kōhanga Reo to Active Explorers Mana. We had planned to visit a couple of different ECEs and kindergartens over two days, but A...

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Milly Seymour

Milly Seymour

Parent

★★★★★

Active Explorers Mana has been amazing for our boy who has attended since he was 10 months old. The Kaioko are just amazing, genuinely compassionate and love the tamiriki so much. We love the regular ...

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