Playgroups

Overview

We offer free playgroups for children to learn and develop through play.

Our playgroups bring families and communities closer together. We provide a safe, relaxed environment to have fun, build friendships and enjoy time with your children. It’s also a great opportunity to build a support network to assist you in your parenting role.

Eligible children must be with a parent, grandparent or carer. Places are limited.

For more information, and to find out about eligibility, register your interest below.

Register your interest in playgroup

Alternatively, contact us on 1300 653 356 or playgroups@kingston.vic.gov.au.

Benefits of playgroups

By joining you'll:

• get tips and strategies to support your child's learning and development 
• interact in fun and engaging activities with your child
• meet other families with young children who live in your local area.

Supported playgroups

Supported playgroups are free and run by qualified early childhood professionals. They are available to eligible families during school terms.

For more information, and to find out about eligibility, register your interest. 

Session times (2026)

Little Learners facilitated playgroups

Little Learners playgroups are free playgroups run by qualified early childhood professionals. They are available to eligible families during school terms.

For more information, and to find out about eligibility, register your interest.

Session times (2026)

Community playgroups

These are run by parents for parents. It lets mums, dads, grandparents and care givers get together with babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers to learn social skills and have fun.

Community playgroups are held at different venues, including community centres, schools, kindergartens, churches, and even your own home.

For more information about joining, emailplaygroups@kingston.vic.gov.au.

Playgroup Victoria also provides information and support for community playgroups. 

Pop Up Playgroups 2026

We invite all parents, caregivers and children up to 5 years old to our FREE pop up playgroups.