Playgroups are for babies, toddlers and preschool children, their parents, grandparents and/ or carers. They are a place to play, talk, share ideas and connect with the wider Yarra community.
Playgroups generally meet for 2 hours per week during term time at various times and locations throughout Yarra, including parks, libraries and community centres.
Children and families in Yarra can still dance and sing and listen to songs and stories online. You can stay connected with our playgroup facilitators through the videos they have made for you.
Types of playgroups
Baby playgroups
These are held in Maternal and Child Health Centres following First Time Parent Groups and are open to all families with young babies.
Community playgroups
Led by parents, these groups are usually held in Maternal and Child Health Centres and are open to all families with babies and children.
Supported playgroups
These have a facilitator who runs the playgroup and are usually held in Neighbourhood Houses and Community Hubs.
Language-specific playgroups
These are available for families who speak Arabic, French, Spanish and Vietnamese.
Unique playgroups
There are playgroups for families with twins and triplets, children with additional needs, fathers, rainbow families and single parents.
To find out about specific playgroups, contact us.
Benefits of playgroups
For adults
the opportunity to make new friends, share ideas and information
time to talk about the joys and challenges of parenting
access to information, resources and support
a chance to be part of the local community
time to focus on playing with your child
For children
develop a strong sense of identity
connect with, and contribute to, their world
develop a strong sense of wellbeing
become confident and involved learners
be effective communicators
Start a playgroup
If you would like to start a playgroup in Yarra contact us for support with:
Finding a venue
Promoting your group
Ideas for activities and excursions
Support for playgroups
Supported playgroups can join the Yarra Service Provider Playgroup Network here. You can contact the network directly via email [email protected]
We meet quarterly to share information and training.
Contact us to find out about upcoming playgroup activity workshops.
For more information about playgroups throughout Victoria visit Playgroup Victoria or call 1800 171 882.
Playgroups are for babies, toddlers and preschool children, their parents, grandparents and/ or carers. They are a place to play, talk, share ideas and connect with the wider Yarra community.
Playgroups generally meet for 2 hours per week during term time at various times and locations throughout Yarra, including parks, libraries and community centres.
Children and families in Yarra can still dance and sing and listen to songs and stories online. You can stay connected with our playgroup facilitators through the videos they have made for you.
Types of playgroups
Baby playgroups
These are held in Maternal and Child Health Centres following First Time Parent Groups and are open to all families with young babies.
Community playgroups
Led by parents, these groups are usually held in Maternal and Child Health Centres and are open to all families with babies and children.
Supported playgroups
These have a facilitator who runs the playgroup and are usually held in Neighbourhood Houses and Community Hubs.
Language-specific playgroups
These are available for families who speak Arabic, French, Spanish and Vietnamese.
Unique playgroups
There are playgroups for families with twins and triplets, children with additional needs, fathers, rainbow families and single parents.
