Playgroups

Playgroups are a fun and stimulating experience for children and their carers, a chance to make connections, share stories and encourage children’s play and learning.

There are essentially two types of playgroups, Community Playgroups and Supported Playgroups.

Community Playgroups

Community Playgroups are parent run playgroups that sometimes have voluntary committees. Playgroup vacancies may change frequently.  Some playgroups meet at local venues, cafes, parks or homes.

Supported Playgroups

Supported playgroups are facilitated playgroups and are usually free.  Council or other local organisations operate supported playgroups, providing play experiences and parenting assistance, sometimes with a specific focus.

 

Thinking About Starting a Playgroup of Your Own?

If you have been thinking about starting your own playgroup Council can support you in this process.  There are a number of venues throughout the City of Maribyrnong that are available for playgroups to meet.

In response to COVID-19 it may be necessary for access to Council venues to be restricted without notice. We recommend contacting Council's Playgroup Team for details prior to attending by phoning 9688 0200 or send us an email to playgroups@maribyrnong.vic.gov.au

It is recommended that community playgroups take up Playgroup Victoria Membership to ensure each playgroup family has insurance.  For more information regarding insurance please contact Playgroup Victoria direct by phoning 1800 171 882 or visit the Playgroup Victoria website

Need more information?

For more information please contact Council's Playgroup Team by phoning 9688 0200 or send an email to playgroups@maribyrnong.vic.gov.au