Play’n’Learn refreshed Te Kōhanga Reo o Nga Pihi O Te Purapura Pai with custom furniture, defined learning zones, and culturally aligned design elements to improve flow, supervision, and tamariki-led exploration.
Te Kōhanga Reo O Te Kaokaoroa o Patetere
Te Kōhanga Reo O Te Kaokaoroa o Patetere collaborated with Play’n’Learn to create a culturally rich and engaging learning environment. The goal was to reflect the unique Māori heritage and provide a safe, functional, and inspiring space for tamariki (children).
Design Objectives
- Cultural Representation: Incorporate elements that reflect the local Māori culture and heritage.
- Functional Spaces: Create versatile and engaging areas that support various learning activities.
- Safety and Durability: Ensure all furniture is safe, durable, and suitable for young children
Key Features and Design Elements
- Flexible Seating: Modular seating arrangements allow for various configurations to support different activities and group sizes.
- Integrated Storage: Seating units with built-in storage provide practical solutions for keeping learning materials organised.


Metal Bowl 14cm
Auckland Wall Panel
Dough & Clay Press (2pcs)
Monarch Life Cycle Puzzle (9pcs)
Easy Hold Glitter Panels (3pcs)
Large Acrylic Mirror (1pc)
Dough Spades (8pcs)
Poi (2pcs)
Wooden Traffic Signs (13pcs)
Pump Bottle 500ml (6pcs)
Small Acrylic Mirror (1pc)
Enamel Tea Pot
Enamel Tea Set (5pcs)
We’re Going on a Bear Hunt Wooden Characters (6pcs)
Large Wooden Tray
Shape Sliding Maze Board
Birds of the Sky Poster Maori
Mirror Block Set (24pcs)
Fish Eye Kaleidoscope (1pc)
Three Billy Goats Gruff Magnetic Story (8pcs)
Foam Roller Assortment (12pcs)
Tempera Palette Tray only
4 Compartment Sorting Tray
Jumbo Pets (6pcs)
Super Safe Plastic Droppers (12pcs)
Green Knit Pyjamas Outfit for 42cm Dolls
Leaf Cards