Community Playgroups

Baby at playgroup

Local Community Playgroups

Community playgroups are regular gatherings of parents and caregivers with children aged 0-5 years. They meet regularly for up to two hours at a time in venues such as community centres, halls, parks and in the homes of playgroup families. There are many community playgroups in Hobsons Bay 2024 Community Playgroup Listing(PDF, 272KB) .

Parents manage and lead community playgroups as well as organising play and social activities for the group.

Community Playgroups provide:

  • an opportunity for your child to play with other children
  • a chance to meet other families in your community
  • people to talk to about parenting and to share experiences with

 

How To Start a Playgroup

Do you want to start a community playgroup in Hobsons Bay?

Playgroup Victoria is the peak body for playgroups and provides support and resources to new or existing playgroups.

To start a new playgroup all you need is a couple of parents/caregivers with children and a willingness to meet.

We can provide you with guidance and information to set up a new playgroup within your local area.

If you would like more information, please complete the form below:

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