Welcome to Wildling Haven's Sessions

 Join us for Stay & Play.

At Wildling Haven, we create nature-inspired, joy-filled sessions where children can explore, imagine, and play freely, alongside the people who matter most. For parents and caregivers, it’s a chance to slow down, connect, and share the magic and wild within. 

Explore our Sessions!

Halloween 🎃👻

📍Te Puke - Mcloughlin Park | 🗓 Thursday 29th October

NZ$22.00

Stay and Play at McLoughlin Park, Te Puke

📍 2 Jellicoe Street, Te Puke 3119

 

🎃 👻 🎃 Halloween 🎃👻 🎃

 

🗓 Thursday 29th October 2026
Postponed date: Thursday 5th November 2026

 

🕰 10:00am – 11:30am
Please be aware of the time change.

 

🎟 $22 for your first child, $16 per sibling

Use code WILDSIBLING at checkout. If you have more than two children, please contact us before purchasing 😀

 

NEW INFORMATION:
We are now offering babies 6 months and younger free. Please message us to book in so we know you’re coming (limited spots).

 

📌 Important note: Before purchasing, please read and complete our Registration and Terms & Conditions agreement via the link below:

Registration Form 👉 https://forms.gle/a1XgbXPKYgWZLrde6

(This only needs to be completed once per family.)

 

 

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Our outdoor Stay & Play sessions are designed for children aged 0–5 years and their caregivers. Created by qualified Early Childhood Teachers, these playgroups provide enriching, nature-inspired opportunities for little ones to explore, create, and connect, while fostering meaningful moments between parent and child.

Join us at McLoughlin Park in Te Puke, where we’ll enjoy the fresh air, open green spaces and natural surroundings as we play and explore together.

Our play stations are thoughtfully set up to support all ages and stages of development, with a mix of low tables, ground-level trays, and open-ended materials for sensory exploration. Children can engage in ways that suit their abilities and interests. We believe there’s no such thing as a single “age-appropriate” experience. Every child, from a curious 6-month-old baby to a confident 5-year-old explorer, is competent and capable. Each child will discover, explore and play differently, and all are encouraged to engage at their own pace in a safe and supportive environment.

It’s the perfect morning to slow down, connect, and share in the simple joys of outdoor play. We can’t wait to see you there! 🌞

What to expect:

🧒 Opportunities for child-led play and discovery inspired by nature.
🎨 Engaging creative, sensory, and hands-on activities to spark curiosity.
💕 A warm, inclusive space where parents and caregivers feel supported and connected.
🐌 Gentle moments to pause, slow down, and enjoy quality time together.
🧺 Bring along a picnic blanket and some kai. It’s a lovely opportunity to relax, share food and enjoy the morning outdoors.

 

 

 

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⚠️ RAMS (Risk Assessment & Management Summary)

Location: McLoughlin Park, Te Puke

Hazards Identified

🚗 Road & Carpark: Vehicle movements and access around the park.
🐕 Public & Dogs: Public park users and dogs in surrounding areas.
🌦 Environmental Conditions: Sun exposure, rain, wind, slippery grass, mud and uneven terrain.
🍂 General Hazards: Trips, uneven ground, sticks, rocks and messy play surfaces.
🧩 Small Parts: Risk of choking for little ones during play.
🚶 Wandering Off: Children moving beyond the Wildling Haven play space.

Responsibilities of Adults

  • Parents/caregivers remain responsible for their child’s supervision and safety throughout the session, including when exploring other areas of the park.

  • Bring weather-appropriate clothing, hats and water. Wet-weather gear is recommended.

  • Sessions may be cancelled or modified in extreme weather, such as heavy rain or strong winds.

  • First aid kit and emergency contacts are available onsite.

  • Caregivers are responsible for toileting and nappy changes.

Emergency Plan

  • Rosie (Wildling Haven Facilitator) is first aid certified and will provide immediate support if required.

  • In the event of an emergency, call 111.

  • Evacuate to the agreed meeting point if necessary.

 

 

 

 

 

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Check out our FAQs for more information or email us via our contact page if you have any questions 💌

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🌿 Looking for toddler activities in Te Puke or sensory play in the Bay of Plenty?

Join a Wildling Haven Stay & Play session and find the wild within.

See details
🦖 Dinos & Unicorns 🦄

📍 Moa Park | 🗓 Thursday, 12 November 2026

NZ$22.00

Stay and Play at Moa Park, Mount Maunganui

📍 Moa Park, Mount Maunganui, Tauranga

🦖 Dinos & Unicorns 🦄

🗓 Thursday, 12 November 2026

🌧 Postponement date: Thursday, 19 November 2026

🕰 10:00am – 11:30am
Please be aware of the time change.

🎟 $22 for your first child, $16 per sibling

Use code WILDSIBLING at checkout. If you have more than two children, please contact us before purchasing 😀

NEW INFORMATION:
We are now offering babies 6 months and younger free. Please message us to book in so we know you’re coming.

📌 Important note: Before purchasing, please read and complete our Registration and Terms & Conditions agreement via the link below:

Registration Form 👉 https://forms.gle/a1XgbXPKYgWZLrde6

(This only needs to be completed once per family.)

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Our outdoor Stay & Play sessions are designed for children aged 0–5 years and their caregivers. Created by qualified Early Childhood Teachers, these playgroups provide enriching, nature-inspired opportunities for little ones to explore, create, and connect, while fostering meaningful moments between parent and child.

Join us at Moa Park in Mount Maunganui, where we can enjoy the fresh air, open green spaces and natural surroundings. It’s a lovely setting for a relaxed morning of outdoor play and connection.

Our play stations are thoughtfully set up to support all ages and stages of development, with a mix of low tables, ground-level trays, and open-ended materials for sensory exploration. Children can engage in ways that suit their abilities and interests. We believe there’s no such thing as a single “age-appropriate” experience. Every child, from a curious 6-month-old baby to a confident 5-year-old explorer, is competent and capable. Each child will discover, explore and play differently, and all are encouraged to engage at their own pace in a safe and supportive environment.

Our Coastal & Ocean Explorers session will bring the wonders of the seaside to life through sensory, creative and nature-inspired play. We’ll invite our wildlings to explore ocean-inspired textures, discover natural treasures and follow their curiosity through hands-on experiences. The theme is simply our starting point. We provide the invitations and materials, and your wildling gets to decide where their play takes them.

It’s the perfect morning to slow down, connect, and share in the simple joys of outdoor play. We can’t wait to see you there! 🌞

What to expect:

🧒 Opportunities for child-led play and discovery inspired by nature.
🎨 Engaging creative, sensory, and hands-on activities to spark curiosity.
🌊 Coastal and ocean-inspired sensory and nature play.
💕 A warm, inclusive space where parents and caregivers feel supported and connected.
🐌 Gentle moments to pause, slow down, and enjoy quality time together.
🧺 Bring along a picnic blanket and some snacks or lunch to enjoy outdoors.
🚻 Toilets are available onsite in the park.

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⚠️ RAMS (Risk Assessment & Management Summary)

Location: Moa Park, Mount Maunganui, Tauranga

Hazards Identified

🚗 Road & Carpark: Vehicle movements and access around the park.

🐕 Public & Dogs: Other park users and dogs in surrounding areas.

🌦 Environmental Conditions: Sun exposure, rain, wind and slippery grass.

🍂 General Hazards: Trips, uneven ground, sticks, rocks and messy play surfaces.

🧩 Small Parts: Risk of choking for younger children during play.

🚶 Wandering Off: Children moving beyond the Wildling Haven play space.

Responsibilities of Adults

  • Parents/caregivers remain responsible for their child’s supervision and safety throughout the session.

  • Bring weather-appropriate clothing, hats and water. Don’t forget the wet-weather gear!

  • Sessions may be cancelled or modified in extreme weather, such as heavy rain or strong winds.

  • First aid kit and emergency contacts are available onsite.

  • Caregivers are responsible for toileting and nappy changes.

  • Please support your child to safely navigate the wider park and any public areas they choose to explore.

Emergency Plan

  • Rosie (Wildling Haven Facilitator) is first aid certified and will provide immediate support if required.

  • In the event of an emergency, call 111.

  • Evacuate to the agreed meeting point if necessary.

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Check out our FAQs for more information or email us via our contact page if you have any questions 💌

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🌿 Looking for toddler activities in Mount Maunganui or sensory play in the Bay of Plenty?

Join a Wildling Haven Stay & Play session and find the wild within.

See details

Secure your spot by booking now.  

A World of Play Awaits

A Wildling Haven session will have a variety of sessions, ranging from an infant mat with open-ended resources alongside taking in all the sounds of nature and happy children, to a book mat where children can pause and restart. There's a playdough table, a sensory station and a water station where all sorts of magic can be crafted, be it a tea party, a potion station, or pouring and tipping. We have a non-toxic paint station where children may explore the paint with their whole body or craft artwork to take home, and lastly, an atmosphere where children and parents can connect, chat and be free to play.

Find the wild within

- Wildling Haven's guiding principle