Safari Multicultural Playgroups
A safe multicultural place for children to learn through play whilst mothers learn new skills.
Safari Multicultural Playgroups exist to support migrant and refugee background women in Auckland with children aged 0-5.
We provide a van transport service for mums and children to get from home to playgroup. A small koha of $2 is asked for this service, and this is the only cost. Attendance at the playgroup itself is completely free.
For mums, Safari offers lots of support, including:
Free English classes 1–2 times per week (all levels welcome).
Free educational sessions such as parenting courses, health awareness workshops, and librarian visits.
Trips to playgrounds, the zoo, museums, and more.
Celebrations of festivals like Eid, Diwali, and Christmas.
Graduation parties for children moving on.
A chance to connect and make friends with other mums.
We run six playgroups across Auckland, where mums stay with their children for the morning and connect with others. Our dedicated staff and volunteers support play and learning through activities like water play, painting, craft, puzzles, climbing, sandpit fun, play dough, and more.
Safari Central Multicultural Playgroup:
Where: Lynfield Recreation & Youth Centre, 16 Griffen Park Road, Lynfield.
When: Wednesdays, Thursdays & Fridays
Time: 9:00am – 12:30pm
Safari West Multicultural Playgroup:
Where: Henderson Baptist Church, 319 Great North Rd, Henderson, Auckland
When: Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Fridays
Time: 9.00am – 12.30pm
Safari South Multicultural Playgroup:
Where: Otahuhu Town Hall Community Centre, 10 High Street, Otahuhu
When: Wednesdays, Thursdays & Fridays
Time: 9.00am – 12.30pm
Safari East Multicultural Playgroup:
Where: Panmure Community Centre, 7-13 Pilkington Road, Panmure
When: Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays
Time: 9.00am – 12.30pm
Safari Manurewa Multicultural Playgroup:
Where: Nathan Homestead, 70 Hill Road, Manurewa
When: Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays
Time: 9.00am – 12.30pm
Safari Avondale Multicultural Playgroup:
Where: Encounter Church, 495 Rosebank Road, Avondale, Auckland (down driveway)
When: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, & Fridays
Time: 9.00am – 12.30pm
Costs: Free
For any queries contact: safari@belong.org.nz or 09 625 2440