Childsplay Unlimited operates centres in Mt Roskill and Kingsland
The Mt Roskill centre is at 456 Hillsborough Road and publishes weekday hours of 7:15am–5:30pm. Kingsland is at 6B Western Springs Road and publishes 7:30am–6:00pm. Families should contact the relevant centre for current vacancies, sessions, fees, 20 Hours ECE arrangements, orientation, meals, supplies and support needs because details can change and may differ by location.
Parents often need a concise answer before arranging a visit. This FAQ brings together the client-provided facts used across the Childsplay Unlimited article project while clearly separating what is known from what still requires centre confirmation. It does not replace current enrolment information from the team.
The two centres promote play-based early learning and serve Auckland families, but they are not interchangeable. Addresses, published hours, food arrangements, physical spaces, staffing, vacancies and current programmes may differ. Use the phone number for the location you are considering and ask the questions relevant to your child.
Locations and contact details
Where is the Mt Roskill centre?
Childsplay Unlimited Mt Roskill is at 456 Hillsborough Road, Mt Roskill, Auckland. The phone number is 09 627 9041. The website may also refer to the centre through its Lynfield page, so use the address rather than assuming a suburb label identifies a different centre.
Where is the Kingsland centre?
Childsplay Unlimited Kingsland is at 6B Western Springs Road, Kingsland, Auckland. The phone number is 09 846 8908. The website may also refer to the centre through its Morningside page. Confirm directions and parking with the team before your visit.
Hours, ages and attendance
What are the published opening hours?
Mt Roskill publishes Monday-to-Friday hours of 7:15am to 5:30pm. Kingsland publishes Monday-to-Friday hours of 7:30am to 6:00pm. Confirm closures, the offered session and collection expectations directly because published operating hours are not the same as a confirmed place.
What ages does Childsplay Unlimited care for?
The client has stated a general age range of approximately 6 months to 5 years. Families must ask the relevant centre whether it currently has the appropriate group, care arrangements and vacancy for their child’s age. Do not assume every age is available at both locations.
Is there a minimum attendance pattern?
The client has advised a two-session weekly minimum. Ask the relevant centre how that applies to the days, session and age-group place under consideration. Attendance arrangements may change and need written confirmation.
Fees, funding and enrolment
Does Childsplay Unlimited offer a free 12pm–4pm session?
The client has advised that a free 12pm–4pm session may be available for eligible children over 3. Eligibility, place availability, 20 Hours ECE attestation and any care outside that session must be discussed with the centre. This article intentionally publishes no exact price.
Can families use 20 Hours ECE outside the free session?
Contact Mt Roskill or Kingsland for current information about how 20 Hours ECE applies to the attendance pattern you are considering. Do not rely on an old website price or another family’s arrangement.
Are WINZ childcare-subsidy forms available?
The client has advised that WINZ forms are available. Families should confirm the current process, their eligibility and the information the centre can provide. Funding decisions sit with the relevant agency, and the centre cannot guarantee approval.
How do we ask about a vacancy?
Call the relevant centre or use the contact form with your child’s age, preferred start date, required days and centre choice. A useful enquiry also mentions any important care, communication, health or support needs so the team can plan an appropriate conversation.
Meals, nappies and daily care
What food does Mt Roskill provide?
The Mt Roskill team says it provides morning tea, an onsite hot lunch and afternoon tea. Families should confirm the current menu and discuss allergies, intolerances, religious or cultural food guidelines, feeding and individual health plans before enrolment.
Does Kingsland provide the same meals?
Do not assume this. Ask Kingsland what food is currently provided, what families must pack and how food safety and individual requirements are managed.
Who supplies nappies?
The client has stated that Mt Roskill parents supply nappies. Ask Kingsland separately and confirm any wipes, creams, spare clothing or labelling requirements. Care arrangements can change with the child and centre procedure.
Learning, communication and orientation
Is the programme play based?
Childsplay Unlimited describes play-based early learning guided by Te Whāriki. Ask each centre for current examples of how teachers notice interests, extend learning and support wellbeing, belonging, contribution, communication and exploration.
How is learning shared with families?
Childsplay Unlimited uses Storypark for learning stories, photos, videos and updates, alongside direct conversations. Ask who can see content, how consent and privacy are managed and which sensitive matters should use a private channel.
Can families arrange orientation visits?
Ask the relevant centre how orientation and settling are currently planned. A gradual process may help children build familiarity, but the number and timing of visits should respond to the child and the available programme rather than a guaranteed formula.
Health, inclusion and centre visits
Can the centres support individual health or learning needs?
Arrange a private discussion about the actual child, current plan, equipment, professional involvement and safety needs. Support capacity may differ by location and time. The website cannot diagnose, promise funding or guarantee a particular arrangement without review.
How do we book a visit?
Call Mt Roskill on 09 627 9041 or Kingsland on 09 846 8908, or use the contact page. State which centre you want to see and provide enough information for the team to schedule the right conversation.
Quick Childsplay Unlimited contact questions
What should we include in the contact form?
Name the centre, child’s age, preferred start date, required days and the best way to contact you. Mention any need for a private support discussion.
Can this FAQ confirm current fees?
No. Contact the relevant centre for current written fee and 20 Hours ECE information.
Should we visit both centres?
Visit each location that is realistically suitable. Compare the actual route, environment, team and confirmed arrangements.
Can operational details change?
Yes. Verify vacancies, sessions, hours, food, supplies, funding processes and support arrangements immediately before enrolment or publication.
Contact Childsplay Unlimited
Contact the Childsplay Unlimited centre that fits your family’s location and schedule. Call Mt Roskill on 09 627 9041 or Kingsland on 09 846 8908 to ask current questions, discuss availability and arrange a visit.
