Spring break in Auckland? Sorted!10 School Holiday Programmes Across AucklandSports + Crafts + Libraries All Covered 🎉

Auckland’s school holidays are just around the corner! 📅

Many parents are wondering: how to plan the break for the kids?

Don’t worry — Auckland Leisure has School Holiday Programmes across 10 centres citywide. From sports, crafts, and swimming to library reading and outdoor adventures, the options are flexible, with subsidies available — super parent-friendly! 💖

This post brings you a full roundup of the 10 holiday camps, with age groups, schedules, and highlights marked for each one. Time to get planning! 🙌

1. Allan Brewster Leisure Centre School Holiday Programme

🕒 Time: September 22 – October 3, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

📍 Location: Allan Brewster Leisure Centre, 7 Tavern Lane, Papatoetoe

👧 Suitable for: Children aged 5–13

🕓 Care Service: Free before and after programme care available (conditions apply)

💰 Cost: Daily fees vary depending on the activity schedule. Registration required.

✨ Highlights:

• Fun variety of activities including swimming, park visits, adventure days, movies, and games.

• Led by experienced and friendly staff, focusing on learning new skills, building confidence, and making friends.

• Convenient location with excellent facilities, plus free extended care to ease parents’ scheduling worries.

2.Birkenhead Pool & Leisure Centre School Holiday Programme

🕒 Time: Weekdays during the school holidays, 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

📍 Location: Birkenhead Pool & Leisure Centre, 46 Mahara Ave, Birkenhead, Auckland

👧 Suitable for: Children aged 5–13

💰 Cost: Standard days approx. NZ$33.00/day; Trip Days (usually Wednesdays) approx. NZ$46.00/day

✨ Highlights:

• Variety of activities: daily options include swimming, rock climbing, arts & crafts; Trip Days offer even more exciting adventures.

• Extended hours (8 AM – 6 PM), making drop-off and pick-up easier for parents.

• Excellent facilities: a mix of leisure centre, pool, outdoor and indoor spaces to suit all weather.

• Transparent pricing with clear difference between standard days and Trip Days, allowing parents to plan within budget.

3.East Coast Bays Holiday Programme

🕒 Time: Weekdays during the school holidays, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

📍 Location: East Coast Bays Leisure Centre, 12 Bute Road, Browns Bay, Auckland 0630

👧 Suitable for: Children aged 5–13

💰 Cost: Daily fees vary depending on activities or trip days

✨ Highlights:

• Trip Days combine learning and play, helping kids stay active while gaining new experiences.

• Convenient full-day schedule makes it easier for parents to manage work and other commitments.

• Well-known community leisure centre with excellent facilities and strong support services.

4.Howick Leisure Centre Holiday Programme

🕒 Time: Weekdays during the school holidays, 8:00 AM – 6:30 PM

📍 Location: 563 Pakuranga Road, Highland Park / Howick

👧 Suitable for: Children aged 5–13

💰 Cost: From NZ$29.20 per day, depending on activities

✨ Highlights:

• Wide range of activities: sports, games, crafts/creative projects, plus social interaction opportunities.

• Flexible hours with early start and late finish — ideal for working parents.

• Comprehensive facilities with a variety of sports and leisure options.

5.Manurewa Leisure Centre School Holiday Programme

🕒 Time: Weekdays during the school holidays, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

📍 Location: Frances Street, Manurewa

👧 Suitable for: Children aged 5–13

💰 Cost: Varies by activity — check the daily schedule for details

📝 Extra: Free “before & after programme care” available (conditions apply)

✨ Highlights:

• Diverse activities: swimming, park visits, adventure days, movies, and games — every day brings a new experience.

• Comprehensive care: before & after care included, making drop-off and pick-up easier for parents.

• Community-based: located in the local neighbourhood, providing a familiar and supportive environment.

6.Moana Nui-a-Kiwa School Holiday Programme

🕒 Time: September 22 – October 3, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM (daytime programme)

📍 Location: Moana Nui-a-Kiwa Pool & Leisure Centre, 66R Mascot Avenue, Māngere

👧 Suitable for: Children aged 5–13

💰 Cost: Vary depending on the day's activities; regular in-house activities from approx. NZD $25.80; Trip Days around NZD $55

✨ Highlights:

• Varied activities: Sports, library visits, free play, outings to the Māngere Arts Centre, plus mid-year swimming lessons integrated.

• Well-equipped facilities: Multiple pools, sports hall, indoor and outdoor spaces, giving children a wide range of experiences.

• Free before/after care: More flexible pick-up and drop-off times for parents.

7.Ōtara Pool & Leisure Centre School Holiday Programme

🕒 Time: Every day during the school holidays, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

📍 Location: Ōtara Pool & Leisure Centre, Newbury Street, Ōtara, Auckland

👧 Suitable for: Children aged 5–13

💰 Cost: Programme is paid and requires registration

✨ Highlights:

• Full-day activities plus free before/after care, making pick-up and drop-off times more flexible for parents.

• A wide range of activities: swimming, sports, arts and crafts, reading, and games — encouraging kids to be active, creative, and make new friends (staff are First Aid qualified and police-vetted).

• Open and welcoming to children of all abilities, with inclusive and accessible facilities.

8.Stanmore Bay Leisure Kids Holiday Programme

🕒 Time: September 22 – October 3, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

📍 Location: Stanmore Bay Pool & Leisure Centre, 159 Brightside Road, Stanmore Bay

👧 Suitable for: Children aged 5–13

💰 Cost: Daily fees vary depending on activities; check the schedule for exact pricing

✨ Highlights:

• Wide range of activities: sports, baking, arts and crafts, games, plus regular swimming sessions.

• Includes field trips such as movies and local attractions, making the holidays more exciting and varied.

• Great location near the beach with excellent facilities (pools, gym, sports hall, café, and more).

• Note: Before/after programme care is not provided.

9.Te Matariki Clendon School Holiday Programme

🕒 Time: Every day during the school holidays, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

📍 Location: 17 Palmers Road, Clendon, Auckland (Community Centre + Library)

👧 Suitable for: Children aged 5–13

💰 Cost: Daily fees vary depending on activities; registration required

✨ Highlights:

• Rich variety of activities beyond sports and games, including brain teasers, interactive play, arts and crafts, and reading sessions—perfect for kids who enjoy both active play and creative or quiet activities.

• Flexible scheduling with before-/after-care available, making it easier for parents with tight work hours.

• Location advantage: The centre is connected to the library, so many activities can take place in the library space, combining “play + learning.” Library-based sessions provide quiet spaces for reading or crafts.

10.West Wave School Holiday Programme

🕒 Time: Weekdays during the school holidays, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

📍 Location: West Wave Pool & Leisure Centre, 20 Alderman Drive, Henderson, Auckland

👧 Suitable for: Children aged 5–13

💰 Cost: Vary depending on daily activities; registration required

✨ Highlights:

• Water fun included: swimming days plus access to indoor and outdoor facilities, so kids can enjoy sports, games, and a variety of activities.

• Before & after care available, giving parents greater flexibility with drop-off and pick-up.

• Large-scale facilities: multiple pools (lane pool, hydroslides, wave pool), gym and fitness areas, with staff qualified in First Aid.

• Inclusive environment: child-friendly facilities for all abilities, with accessibility support and care for children with different needs.

🎉 That’s a wrap on the Top 10 Auckland Leisure Holiday Programmes!Whether your kids love sports, learning, creativity, or making new friends, there’s something perfect for them. ✨

📌 Don’t wait too long—many popular sessions fill up fast!💬 Which programme would your child be most excited to join?