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Playgroups
What are The Family Centre Playgroups?
Our playgroups are meeting places where parents & their children can play, share experiences and enjoy the support of other families and our playgroup facilitators.
Who is it for?
Parents/carers and their children aged 0–5 years who reside in Tweed, Byron or Ballina Shires.
Come along to:
- Learn creative ways to support your child’s development
- Be part of a supportive environment where parents can meet and learn from each other
- Access information and resources about parenting
- Meet other parents/carers and enjoy a cuppa while the
children play - Identify and build on your individual parenting strengths
- Connect with Family Centre staff and local service providers
- Learn more about local community and health services
Activities for children?
Activities are developed in response to children’s interests and include music, stories, painting & drawing, play dough, puzzles & games, water play and gross motor activities.
Registering for Playgroup
You can register below in the playgroup you would like to attend and live in the either the Tweed, Byron or Ballina Shires.
Tweed Shire
MONDAYS
Tweed Heads South, 9.30am–11.30am
TUESDAYS
Fingal, 9.30am–11.30am
WEDNESDAYS
Tweed Heads, 9.30am–11.30am
THURSDAYS
Murwillumbah, 9.30am–11.30am
Ballina Shire
WEDNESDAYS
Ballina, 9.30am–11.30am
THURSDAYS
Wardell, 9.30am–11.30am
What you had to sayabout Playgroup…
‘We are so grateful for the Family Centre team! They are always welcoming, attentive, and supportive. The playgroup has been such a wonderful space for our daughter to learn, play, and connect with other children. As parents, we also feel supported and included. Thank you for creating such a warm and caring community for families’