Whimsy & Co. Studio
Creative Art Classes for Children in Ranui
A calm, small-group Atelier where children explore art through imagination, self-expression, and guided support.
Home-based art studio in Ranui, West Auckland
"Imagination is more important than knowledge.
Knowledge is limited.
Imagination encircles the world."
- Albert Einstein
At Whimsy & Co. Studio, imagination leads the way. In our atelier, children grow clever, curious minds through wonder-filled, hands-on exploration. They don’t just follow instructions. They dream, experiment, and learn how to think.
What We Offer
Whimsy Atelier - Ranui: 5 Week Creative Studio Experience
At Whimsy, children aren't told what to make. They are invited to explore, experiment, and express their own ideas through art.
Our sessions are small, calm, and intentionally designed so every child is seen, supported, and free to create without pressure or comparison.
We focus on the process of making art, not the outcome. That means no step-by-step copying and no "perfect" finished piece. Just genuine creativity, confidence building, and joyful exploration with natural skill-building.
Our 5-week programs are designed to give children time to grow in confidence and deepen their creative thinking.
During these classes, children will explore a theme through:
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drawing, painting, and mixed media
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open-ended creative projects
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skill-building without pressure
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personal expression and storytelling
Children return each week to build familiarity, confidence, creative independence, and work on a collaborative project together.
Best for children who want a regular creative space to grow.
Ages: 3 to 10 years
Group size: 5 to 6 children max
June intake class options:
After School:
Our after school sessions are designed as a relaxed, small-group studio experience where children can arrive, settle in, and create at their own pace.
Arrival Window: 3:30-4:00pm
Session length: Up to 90 minutes (most children stay around 60 minutes).
Days: Tuesdays or Thursdays
Morning Atelier:
A longer, immersive studio experience for children who enjoy spending extended time developing ideas and artwork in depth.
Time: 10:00 - 11:30am
Duration: 90 minutes
Days: Tuesdays or Thursdays
Spaces are limited due to small group sizes.
Not sure yet? That's completely fine.
Our trial class is a relaxed, one-off session where your child can experience the space, meet the environment, and explore a project without commitment.
It's the easiest way to see if Whimsy feels right for your child.
Creative Pass (Flexible Option):
For families who prefer flexibility, our Creative Pass allows children to attend sessions casually while still being part of the Whimsy creative community.
Pre-paid 8 sessions to use within a 6 month timeframe.
Perfect for:
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busy schedules
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irregular attendance needs
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children who want variety
"An Atelier is most of all
a place of Research"
- Loris Malaguzzi
Why Parents Choose Whimsy & Co.
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Small group sessions (no overcrowded classes)
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Led by fully registered ECE teachers with backgrounds in the arts
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Calm, supportive home studio environment in Ranui
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Focus on creativity, confidence, and process over perfection
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designed to nurture lifelong creative thinking
We are more than art classes. We are a space for children to explore who they are and how they see the world. Our wide selection of programmes all connect with Te Whāriki and the New Zealand Curriculum, weaving together creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration.
Whimsy focuses on:
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world building & narrative
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visual language & sensibility
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authentic materials & techniques
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child-led creative decisions
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confidence & identity formation
This is what makes us an Atelier, not arts and crafts.
Testimonials
Still not convinced? Here are some testimonials from whānau and Local Communities!
"The topic of the day was inspiring and sparked real curiosity. I loved the hands-on learning. It was a great way to explore different ideas. The background music added a lovely touch to the creative atmosphere."
- E
"Thank you for the trial opportunity. It was such a great experience to witness how you encouraged the kids to think critically yet creatively out of the box. You were very patient and engaging in making sense of their silliness while guiding them back to the tasks at hand. With a lot of things these days that appear finite and absolute, it's good how you provoked their thinking on the what-ifs and the endless possibilities.
The medium provided to explore the topic were plenty and the moments captured in picture and in summary were on point. The lesson notes provided at the end was such a highlight.
Keep doing what you do! we look forward to future experiences and explorations."
- A
GET IN TOUCH
Have a question or want to learn more about our art classes? Get in touch with us today.