More than a play centre.
A SAFE SPACE TO THRIVE
We're building a safe, inclusive community where children of all abilities can explore, learn and have fun together.
Our charitable trust is designed to support sensory regulation, encourage social connection, and provide families with a place where they feel accepted, supported and understood.
A place born from lived experience.
As parents of neurodiverse children, Founders Jorgia and Finnlay Curtis know firsthand the challenges of finding places where our children feel safe, understood and truly accepted. Too often, outings meant worrying about sensory overload, judgment from others, or spaces that simply weren’t designed with our children in mind.
"After visiting a specialised sensory play space, we saw the incredible difference an inclusive environment could make—not just for children, but for entire families. That experience inspired us to create something similar for the Bay of Plenty."
Our Story
our values
The Beliefs We Cherish
Belonging
Every child is seen. We advocate for a world where every neurotype is welcomed with open arms and deep respect.
Refuge
Sensory safety is our priority. We craft gentle, regulated settings that protect and soothe every young visitor.
Family
Heart of the community. We stand by our families, fostering a warm network where parents find friendship and solidarity.
Play
Universal freedom. Play is a vital need, so we provide the specialised equipment to make it accessible to all.
Jorgia Curtis
Executive Officer & Founder
As the Founder and Executive Officer of Neuroplay Studio’s Charitable Trust, I bring both professional and lived experience to my role. I have worked as a support worker with people from all walks of life, including providing life skills support to autistic children and teenagers.
As a mum of three boys, with lived experience raising an autistic child and supporting my husband following his late autism diagnosis, I understand the challenges many neurodiverse families face. My family’s journey inspired me to create Neuroplay—a safe, inclusive space where neurodiverse children and their whānau can connect, play, and thrive.
People Behind the Progress
Darryin Bennett
Trustee & Secretary
I am a psychologist who has worked within neurodiverse and disabled communities in a number of different roles for the last decade. Currently, I support tamariki and their whānau within our education system. I am passionate about finding inclusive spaces, communities, and systems for all those I work with. I see daily the ongoing need for more of these opportunities for our neurodiverse whānau and am grateful to be a part of bringing this to the Bay of Plenty.
Finnlay Curtis
Trustee & Chairman
As a proud father of neurodiverse children and someone who received an autism diagnosis later in adulthood, I understand firsthand the importance of acceptance, understanding, and inclusion. I am passionate about creating a safe, welcoming space where every child and their whānau feel valued and supported. Bringing leadership and business experience to Neuroplay Studio’s Charitable Trust, I am committed to helping build a community where everyone belongs.
Leeanne Game
Trustee & Treasurer
As a proud mum and grandmother, I am passionate about creating a more inclusive community where every child and family feels supported. With over 40 years of administration experience, I am proud to use my skills to help Neuroplay grow and make a lasting difference for neurodiverse children and their whānau.
