Families and children

A range of services and advice offered by Hobsons Bay City Council to support families and children.

Childcare services The Council provides two long day children’s centres and occasional care services.	Playgroups Playgroups provide parents and caregivers with the opportunity to meet new people, gain support and ideas.
Kindergartens A central enrolment service for four year old kindergarten programs in Hobsons Bay.	New parents Breastfeeding, postnatal depression, baby capsule hire
Maternal and Child Health Service A family-centred primary health service to improve health and development.	Toy libraries Borrow high quality play equipment that help in the education of young children.
Schools Primary and secondary schools in Hobsons Bay	Outside of school care programs Before and after school care services and school holiday programs in Hobsons Bay.
Family support Support and promote the health, wellbeing and functioning of families who are experiencing significant difficulties	Family violence Domestic or family violence support
Immunisation Service The Council holds 16 day immunisation sessions per month in Maternal and Child Health Centres.	Preschool Field Officer (PSFO) To support the inclusion of children with additional needs into state funded kindergarten services.
Newport Gardens Early Years Centre A new $5.4 million facility in Maddox Road	Training and Information Calendar Upcoming family and children training courses for families and people working with families and children