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Supported Playgroups

COVID- 19 Update

Supported Playgroups are now face to face during term times. Free weekly group sessions during school terms with a trained facilitator.

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What is a Supported Playgroup?

A welcoming and safe place to connect with your child through play and fun
A supportive, inclusive and non-judgemental environment
Opportunity to make new friends and connect with your local community and services
Sessions run weekly during school terms and are led by a qualified facilitator
Includes Small Talk tips and strategies to support your child’s learning and development
In-home support is also available for eligible families
Cost: Free

What is In-Home Support?

Individual sessions provided at your home or another suitable location
Opportunity to practice Small Talk strategies together with the playgroup facilitator
Can be offered individually or alongside Supported Playgroup sessions
Cost: Free

Eligibility Information

Families with children aged 0-5 years who hold a Health Care Card or another eligible card/visa
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander children and families
Families that have been referred or supported by Enhanced Maternal and Child Health Services
Families that have been referred or supported by Orange Door

Supported Playgroup Venues and Timetable

Our timetable is regularly reviewed to ensure we continue to meet the needs of our families. Sessions operate in the PM and AM. We currently run sessions in a variety of Mornington Peninsula Suburbs, covering North, West and South areas on the Peninsula.