What's On
For most Primary and Intermediate School aged kids, their days will be mostly filled up with school. But what about when they’re not at school?
There are a bunch of activities, groups, programmes and fun things to do that are specifically for kids between the ages of 5 and 12.
We’ve pulled some of them together here for you to check out in your region. If there’s anything going on in your area that we don’t have listed, please let us know and we’ll put it up.
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Light Party |
An alternative Halloween party, the All Saints Light Party attracts over 200 people from around the community each year. |
All Saints', Hataitai |
(04) 971 2142 |
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Kids Own |
Children attend the beginning of the service before going to the hall to meet. They are back in time for communion. |
St Hilda's, Island Bay |
(04) 383 8547 |
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Sunday School |
Based on the lectionary, the series covers cycles A, B and C. This is used as a resource for the children to work with in their bible study time. There are also times of prayer and activity. |
St Michael and All Angels, Kelburn |
(04) 934 9338 |
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Sunday Club |
Children start in the service, and then go to the hall where they meet for an activity and short discussion. Activity is usually making something, which they can then bring back in to church. |
St Jude's, Lyall Bay |
(04) 387 9269 |
stjudes@actrix.co.nz |
| Sunday School |
A traditional Sunday School. |
St Aidan's, Miramar | (04) 388 8640 | peters.partnership@paradise.net.nz |
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Sunday School |
A traditional Sunday school setting, children take part in activities, study and prayer in an environment separate from the Sunday morning service. |
St Matthew's, Palmerston North |
(06) 355 2254 |
st.matthews.pn@inspire.net.nz |
| Kid's Club |
Refreshments, games and Bible study. |
St Peter's, Palmerston North |
(06) 358 5403 |
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King's Kids |
A Sunday School, children leave the service for planned activities then re-join before communion. |
Churton Park Anglican Church |
(04) 478 4099 |
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Revolution Group |
Sunday School - children leave the service for planned activities then re-join before communion – for those at intermediate school. |
Churton Park Anglican Church |
(04) 478 4099 |
office@cpac.org.nz
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| Sunday School A Sunday School, children leave the service for planned activities then re-join before communion. |
St John the Evangelist, Johnsonville |
(04) 973 1729 |
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SMASH (St Mary's After School House) |
The programme is a caring and secure environment for our children. It provides opportunities to develop the physical, social, emotional, cultural and creative potential of the children. SMASH have the motto; Be safe! Be caring! Be awesome! |
St Mary's, Karori |
(04) 476 8978 |
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FAB Group |
Girls' Bible Study. |
St Mary's, Karori |
(04) 476 8978 |
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BLAST (Bible Learning and Sharing Together) |
Children meet in the Gathering Area during the sermon and prayers for a time of learning about God’s love, God’s Word, sharing, making activities and having fun.. |
St Mary's, Karori |
(04) 476 8978 |
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Oasis |
Oasis starts in the Church then moves to the Hall. It is an action packed hour of learning about God's amazing love, fun and games. |
St Mary's, Karori |
(04) 476 8978 |
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JAM (Jesus and Me) |
JAM meets in the Gathering Area, having started in church at 10.30am. The session will be run by two adults and several teenagers. It will be a time of learning about Bible stories, craft, sharing, playing games and having fun. |
St Mary's, Karori |
(04) 476 8978 |
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KidStuff |
Children leave the service after the opening song, and return during the Eucharist. The programme is varied, with some study, some physical activity, and the youngsters are encouraged to help lead their own worship. They use the Scripture Union programme ‘SUPAkidz’ as a focus in their time together. |
St John's, Trentham |
(04) 528 5588 |
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Youth |
A youth group meeting for intermediate age children. The afternoon is a mixture of games and devotional activities. |
St John's, Trentham |
(04) 528 5588 |
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Oasis |
A Sunday School for primary age children, Oasis has grown rapidly. There are 20-30 children who attend regularly, all of them new to the church in the last year. Oasis offers an opportunity for children to gather together, while their parents are in church, to study, pray and take part in activities. |
St Hilda's, Upper Hutt |
(04) 939 1659 |
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King's Club for Kids (Sunday School) |
Children begin the service in church where they light a candle and say a prayer. They then go to the hall where they break in to two groups (determined by age) and do some study and activities – based on the Living Stones material and the church year. At the end of the service, they report back on what they have been doing. |
Wainuiomata Anglican |
(04) 564 1323 |
info@wainui-anglican.org.nz |
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Rocks (Sunday School) |
The Sunday School system at Saint Paul’s is under review as a result of the growing number of children attending. In the past they have used a series of planned curriculum as a focus for study and activities. The names, ‘Rocks’ and ‘Boulders’ come from one such programme. |
St Paul's, Paraparaumu |
(04) 904 7300 |
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Boulders (Sunday School) |
The Sunday School system at Saint Paul’s is under review as a result of the growing number of children attending. In the past they have used a series of planned curriculum as a focus for study and activities. The names, ‘Rocks’ and ‘Boulders’ come from one such programme. |
St Paul's, Paraparaumu |
(04) 904 7300 |
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Sunday School |
Children begin in church to say a family prayer then go to the Parish Centre for songs, a story, activity and prayer. They will re-join the service for communion and the final hymn. Scripture Union material has been used, and at least twice a year the vicar will leave the service to lead Sunday School. |
St Andrew's, Plimmerton |
(04) 233 9781 |
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Sunday School |
Children receive Bible stories; take part in prayer and singing, as well as activities. These same children are also involved in the Friday night club. |
St Anne's, Porirua |
(04) 236 7251 |
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Sunday School |
A traditional Sunday School. |
St George's, Seatoun |
(04) 971 6882 |
peters.partnership@paradise.net.nz |
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Supakidz |
Sessions are based on the Scripture Union SUPAkids, material. Most of the parents of children who attend are not church regulars – the children come from the local schools. |
St Barnabas', Roseneath |
(04) 938 0445 |
s.barnabas@xtra.co.nz |
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Children's Programme |
Sunday School, children leave the service for planned activities then re-join before communion . |
St Mark's |
(04) 385 8536 |
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Chinese Dancing |
The youth dancing group performs beautiful Chinese folk dances at major events happening at our church. They train very hard to maintain a high standard and their performances certainly demonstrate the effort involved. |
Anglican Chinese Centre |
(04) 472 7626 (vicarage) |
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Kids Church |
Children leave the service for guided activities, prayer and learning. They return in time for communion. Once a month the vicar leads Kids Church. |
St Mark's, Carterton |
(06) 379 8371 |
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Kiwi Crew (Junior Youth Group) |
A Youth Group for primary school aged children. Children have a chance to meet and take part in activities together, then some time for prayer and learning. |
St Cuthbert's, Eketahuna |
(06) 375 8853 |
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Sunday School |
Children leave the service for guided activities, prayer and learning. They return in time for communion. |
St Luke's, Greytown |
(06) 304 7066 |
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Catechesis of the Good Shepherd |
The Catechesis of the Good Shepherd is an approach to the religious formation of children. It is rooted in the Bible, the liturgy of the church, and the educational principles of Maria Montessori. Children gather in an "atrium," a room prepared for them, which contains simple yet beautiful materials that they use. |
St Luke's, Greytown |
(06) 304 7066 |
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The Ark |
Sunday School, children leave the morning service for guided activities, prayer and bible study. |
St Matthew's, Masterton |
(06) 378 8589 |
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Bible in Schools |
Religious education in schools and an opportunity for children to find out more about Christianity. |
St Matthew's, Masterton |
(06) 378 8589 |
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Kids Connect |
Sunday school for primary aged children. |
St Luke's, Waikanae |
(04) 904 3018 |
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School's Out |
After school care for all those in the community who want a safe and supportive environment for their children. |
St Michael's, Waikanae Beach |
(04)904 6658 |
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Sunday School |
Sunday School during morning service. |
St Michael's, Waikanae Beach |
(04)904 6658 |
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The Well |
‘The Well’ does not meet on a weekly basis, but gather for periodic social events. They go on camps and outings, enjoy bible teaching and are involved in pastoral care. The members also take part in Sunday morning ‘break out’ and ‘all together’ times. |
St Mary's, Whitby |
(04) 234 7088 |
stmarywhitby@xtra.co.nz |
| Sunday Clubs |
Bible teachings, craft, stories and fun activities which reinforce the weekly bible reading or message. Sunday Club also celebrates and commemorates events and special church services. This is a place to share and celebrate faith. |
St Alban's, Eastbourne |
(04) 562 6269 |
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Understanding the Eucharist |
A short course run for children to help them understand what is means to share in the Eucharist and learn more about what it means to belong to the family of the Church. |
St Alban's, Eastbourne |
(04) 562 6269 |
stalbansch@xtra.co.nz |
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FISH |
A youth group for intermediate school children. It is a structured environment where play is balanced with study. They are currently working through a programme aimed at building self-esteem and spirituality. |
St James', Lower Hutt |
(04) 569 6737 |
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Sunday School |
Traditional Sunday school. Children leave the service to meet at the back of the Church and return in time to take communion. |
St James', Lower Hutt |
(04) 569 6737 |
st.james.lh@paradise.net.nz |
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Y-Time |
Traditional Sunday school. Children leave the service to meet at the back of the Church and return in time to take communion. |
St James', Lower Hutt |
(04) 569 6737 |
st.james.lh@paradise.net.nz |
| Junior Church |
Traditional Sunday school. Children leave the service to meet at the back of the Church and return in time to take communion. |
St Augustine's, Petone |
(04) 568 5309 |
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Homework Club |
Professional teachers are available to help children complete their homework. |
St Augustine's, Petone |
(04) 568 5309 |
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Sunday School / Creche |
The children are led in activities and study, working through a series of standard Sunday School courses. |
St Mary's, Silverstream |
(04) 977 1984 |
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Storybox |
Bible based after school club. |
St Philip's, Stokes Valley |
(04) 563 8069 |
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Sunday School |
Sunday School, children leave the service for planned activities then re-join before communion. |
St Michael's, Newlands/Paparangi |
(04) 478 0970 |
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Intermediate Sunday School |
Sunday School for those at intermediate school. |
St Michael's, Newlands/Paparangi |
(04) 478 0970 |
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Children's Church |
Children’s Church is held during the 9:30am service: the children meet briefly in the church before going to their classes and they return for the concluding part of the service. |
St Anne's, Northland/Wilton |
(04) 475 9085 |
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Cool Kids Club |
Activities include games, art/craft, and a shared takeaway meal (for which there is a charge). Issues relevant to children (e.g. friendship, honesty, taking responsibility) are also discussed casually in a group setting. These discussions aim to assist the children in looking at how faith can help them face different situations with integrity and confidence. |
St Barnabas, Onslow |
(04) 970 1121 |
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All-age Eucharist |
These lively services are intended to involve people of all ages in creative ways. There is no sermon, and the liturgy is kept simple. These services are especially designed to capture the attention and imagination of pre-schoolers to intermediate aged children and involve them in worship. |
St Barnabas, Onslow |
(04) 970 1121 |
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Godspace |
Children gather with their families in church and then move to the hall with the leaders, returning for communion. Parents are welcome to accompany their children if they wish. Sessions are held during school term time only. |
St Barnabas, Onslow |
(04) 970 1121 |
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Sunday School |
There is a crèche for babies up to a year old. The Red class which is for children aged 1 and 2. We teach them about Gods wonderful creation and how much he loves them. We have singing, puzzles, crafts, play dough and toy time. The Yellow class is for children aged 3. We have Bible stories, using flannel boards, crafts and playtime. The Green class is for 4 and 5 year olds. We use Gospel Light material and a flannel board as a visual aid. The children aged 6 - 13 go downstairs to the lower meeting room where they have Worship time with singing and prayer before they break into 2 groups: The Blue class is for 6, 7 and 8 year olds. The Purple class is for children aged 9+. Both of these two groups use "Gospel Light" teaching material and have take home work sheets. |
St Luke's, Wadestown |
(04) 473 6472 |
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Habits Group |
Held during Sunday School time, Habits Group uses the ‘Purpose Driven Youth Ministry’ Resources as a focus. The group is led by two young adults, overseen by an adult – usually Rev. Tric Malcolm. |
St Luke's, Wadestown |
(04) 473 6472 |
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Wonder Tales |
Wonder Tales is an interactive story telling experience that happens monthly for children 6 years and under. Held at St Luke's (in the church and the Atrium) it involves songs, stories, activities and values from the bible. It begins with afternoon tea at 3.15pm so that children can come straight from school, Kindy, or a sleep. Afternoon tea is followed at 3.40pm by songs and an interactive story told in the church. Children then explore the ideas raised in the story through their imagination and the activities provided. These are based around a non directed style of learning. |
St Luke's, Wadestown |
(04) 473 6472 |
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Family Service |
A service focused on and celebrating the family. Everyone is welcome. |
St Luke's, Wadestown |
(04) 473 6472 |
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Junior Youth Group |
It meets for social activities with a Christian focus. Recent activities have included roller blading, games and singing in the hall, video and gym evenings. The group has also joined in with events organised for the wider church community such as the Lego evening and the Mad Hatter's Tea Party. |
St Luke's, Wadestown |
(04) 473 6472 |
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Sunday School |
A traditional Sunday School. |
Venerable St Bede's, Shannon |
(06) 362 7658 |
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The Zone |
‘The Zone’ is a Sunday School, functioning as a place for children to have fun and learn more about Christianity while their parents are in Church. Time together includes singing, energetic and creative activities, eating, playing and making friends. |
St Mary's, Levin |
(06) 368 5987 |
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Kings Kids |
A Sunday School, Kings Kids work through the bible with a range of multi-age material. Older (early secondary) children help to assist with the care and teaching of the younger ones. |
Milson Combined Church |
(06) 356 1985 |
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All Age Worship |
Children and their families take part in the putting together and leading of the Sunday morning service. It is a chance for community growth and interaction between people of all ages. |
Milson Combined Church |
(06) 356 1985 |
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Sunday school - Creche |
Children start in the service before leaving for bible instruction and activities. |
St Matthew’s Brooklyn |
04 389 3470 |
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Children’s Church |
Run when there are children in the congregation, this is a Sunday school. |
Saint Luke’s Castlecliff |
(06) 344 5344 |
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SPLASH |
Aims to give children a strong foundation in the Christian faith from the Bible with activities, stories, songs and videos that will keep children engaged for the entire Sunday Club time. |
Christ Church Wanganui |
(06) 345 7723 |
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Kids' Club |
A youth group for children to meet, take part in activities, prayer and Christian learning. |
St Peter's, Pahiatua |
(06) 376 7434 |
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Sunday School |
Within the context of the main service, children are taken to a room at the back of the church for activities and learning, then return in time for communion. |
St Peter's, Pahiatua |
(06) 376 7434 |
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Bible Study Groups |
Bible studies run on a termly basis, focusing on a variety of topics and disciplines. |
St Peter's, Pahiatua |
(06) 376 7434 |
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Friday Club |
A Friday afternoon care for school children. |
St Andrew's, Martinborough |
(06) 306 9451 |
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The Way |
Children meet in the hall behind the church for study and activities aimed at their age group. They rejoin the adult congregation in time for communion. |
All Saints', Palmerston North |
(06) 358 2203 |
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Children's Slot |
With no functioning Sunday school, children are invited once a month to enjoy the ‘Children’s slot’ in the Sunday service. |
St George's Rangatikei |
(06) 327 8398 |
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Sunday School |
Traditional Sunday school. Children sing the first hymn, then go off and return in time for communion. There is some bible study, and practical activities. |
Wellington Cathedral of St Paul |
04 472 0286 |
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Choristers |
An auditioned children’s choir. They sing evensong every Tuesday night, and occasionally will sing a Sunday service. This is a large, but very rewarding commitment. |
Wellington Cathedral of St Paul |
04 472 0286 |
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Sunday School |
Children meet together for some bible study and learning of songs, and then split into age groups to work through the Scripture Union material. |
Anglican Chinese Centre |
(04) 472 7626 (vicarage) |
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Sunday School |
Traditional Sunday School for the 9.00am Sunday Service. |
All Saints', Hataitai |
(04) 971 2142 |
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Small Saints |
Full children’s program for 3-10 year olds, vibrant worship, teaching, with different ‘zones’ – creative prayer and games. |
All Saints', Hataitai |
(04) 971 2142 |
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Holiday Clubs |
Themed holiday club (superheroes etc) for children to have fun, learning and spiritual input through their school holidays. |
All Saints', Hataitai |
(04) 971 2142 |
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