Classes
Our entire Mangere East Literacy class receives the "Outstanding Adult Learners" Award from Deputy Mayor, Gary Troup (second on the left in the line-up) at the annual Adult Learners Week ceremony at Aorere College last year. ACE coordinator Pam Peters makes the announcement.
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL):
Tuesdays & Thursdays 9:30am-10:30am (High beginners level), and 11.10am-12:40pm (Low beginners), and 1pm to 2.30pm (Absolute beginners). FREE.
Adult Literacy & Numeracy: FREE friendly help with reading & writing & numbers with MIT tutors: Wednesdays & Fridays from 9am-12pm.
Te Reo (Maori language, waiata & protocols for beginners): Wednesdays from 6pm to 8:30pm. FREE.
Kapahaka: 'Nga Mere Pounamu' (Maori Cultural Performance group) Thursdays from 6pm. New members welcome. FREE
Driving License Theory: Mondays & Thursdays from 6pm-8pm for up to 3 weeks. FREE tuition. $30 materials.
Test fee extra.
Tai Chi - low impact movement: Tuesdays 12.30pm-1.30pm with Koia. FREE
Tai Chi in the shade
Alo Mai Loa fitness classes: Mondays & Thursdays 6.30pm - 7.30pm (gold coin per session). Wear loose clothing & bring a towel. Have fun as you get fit!
St John (Ambulance) Youth Division: 6pm Tuesdays (Contact Leslie Ph: 278-2225) New members welcome.
Before & After School Care, Homework Centre, and Holiday Programmes: Low fees. CYF approved-WINZ/OSCAR fee subsidy available. FREE BUS to & from local schools.
Positive Parenting Skills: FREE SKIP sessions with Ohomairangi Trust, for parents of children under 5yrs. Mondays from 10am - midday or 6-8pm. Contact our SKIP Coordinator, Tarisi on 021-2799299 or ring: 275-6161. Enjoy your kids - be a great parent!
Parenting for Mothers: 'Hoki Ki Te Rito' - FREE one day per week intensive parenting programme for mothers & their pre-schoolers. Free day care, lunch, morning & afternoon tea & transport if necessary. 14 week course. Ring organiser: 275-6161.
'Let's Play!' sessions - children learning through play with caregivers. Wednesday mornings from 10am. FREE
Fathers Parenting Course: FREE two hours workshops for 4 weeks. Ring: 275-6161.
'Early Bird' parent training for families with children on the autistic spectrum under 5 years. FREE weekly Saturday sessions. Contact Ohomairamgi Ph: 2673-0798
Our SKIP coordinator, Tarisi, at our Postive Parenting stall during 2010 "Toddlers Day Out Festival", Manukau.
First Aid: Saturdays 8am-4pm, low cost one day certified course - no written tests. One day refresher classes also. OSH & Ministry of Education approved, NZQA standards. Coffee/tea provided-bring lunch. Enrol now for next course!
Samoan Language 3:30pm Wednesdays & Thursdays for children 5-9 years. Ring Faimai (Samoa Atia'e): Ph 256-0900 or 279-8830, or 021-2513305.
Fijian Language for beginners every Saturday from 3pm to 5pm. FREE
Niuean Language: Tuesdays 6pm - 8p. FREE
We also offer the following services:
Visitors Bus Service to Waikeria Prison on the last Sunday of each month - except for special Xmas trip. Pick ups on the way: City, Otahuhu, Mangere, Otara, Manurewa etc. Book your seat: Ph 09-2756161. Only $10 return. In partnershihp with Prisoners Aid (PARS).
Bus Charters for community, schools, sports groups etc (45, 33 or 15 seat quality coaches available at reasonable rates).
Venue hire for meetings, socials, birthdays, seminars, family group conferences, reunions etc. Reasonable rates. Enclosed court yard & playground. Wheelchair access. Kitchens with each room.
Fax, Photocopying & Laminating services.
