What is a Playgroup?
A Playgroup is a group of mums, dads, grandparents and caregivers who meet together each week with their babies, toddlers and preschoolers for interaction and fun. Parents and caregivers work together to provide their babies and young children with opportunities to learn through play.
Why go to a Playgroup?
Children under five are going through a stage of rapid brain and skill development.
For optimum development your young child needs interaction with others to play and learn.
Playgroups offer babies, toddlers and young children a wide variety of early learning experiences. It’s a great way for your child to learn about the world, make friends and develop social skills.
Playgroup also gives mums, dads, grandparents and caregivers a chance to meet to share ideas and experiences. Many long-term friendships begin at Playgroup.
At Playgroup your Child will -
* Have fun
* Learn how to share through play
* Discover how to get along with other children
* Learn and develop new skills
* Listen to music and stories
* Improve their abilities to solve problems
* Explore by playing with water and sand, by painting and trying other kinds of art and craft
* Have fun playing outdoors plus going on outings and excursions
At Playgroup You will -
* Get out of the house
* Make new friends
* Share experiences
* Play and learn
* Help run the Playgroup
Where do I Go?
Playgroups are usually held once a week for a two hour session, and can be found in a variety of venues such as community and neighborhood centres, council halls, preschools and kindergartens, church halls and people’s homes.
There is probably a Playgroup just up the street from you!
You may be a mum, dad, caregiver, grandparent or family member – everyone is welcome. Playgroups are as different as the people in them.
There is a Playgroup that is just right for You!
All Playgroup activities are low cost. Playgroups are not-for-profit and are run by the people who attend.
Join an existing Playgroup or start a new one in your local area by contacting the Playgroup Association in your State or Territory on 1800 171 882 (toll free) or visit our website - Playgroup Australia |