Free Playgroups
Plumtree weekly playgroups facilitated face-to-face during school terms for children of different ages.
Our playgroups are funded by the NSW Department of Education Start Strong Pathways Program.
Explorers Play in the park
Join us at Jarvie Park to connect with other parents and our supportive team while your children play, learn and socialise with their peers.
Playgroups are an excellent way for children to discover new skills and interact with others. They also provide opportunities for you to meet the Plumtree team and other families in a relaxed and welcoming environment.
During this playgroup, you and your child will:
- Connect with other families to share ideas and information, including the benefits of play and early learning for children’s development
- Experience group time with songs, books and other fun activities
- Encourage your child’s movement, play and communication development and access tailored guidance from experienced professionals
- Chat with our team about your child’s development
- Explore and enjoy the beautiful surroundings of Jarvie Park
- Have fun in a friendly, encouraging and welcoming space!
Who is this playgroup for:
This playgroup is for families with babies and young children up to 3 years old, including those who would like specialist developmental support from our team.
Grandparents and siblings are also welcome to join. We celebrate diversity and invite all families to be part of our community.
This playgroup is full, but we’re excited to find other ways to support you and your family!
Please express your interest, and a team will contact you to explore available options and let you know when a spot opens up.
Explorers Play
Meet other parents and talk to our highly skilled staff while your children socialise and learn new skills.
Playgroups are an excellent environment for children to learn new skills by meeting other adults and children. They are also a way for families to connect to Plumtree and other families in a friendly play environment where the whole family is welcome.
During this playgroup, you and your child will:
- Opportunities to connect with other families and share ideas and information, including the value of play and early childhood education
- Enjoy a range of play activities.
- Be introduced to group time with enticing activities, songs and books
- Have opportunities to develop abilities in moving, playing and communicating.
- Meet other families and share information and ideas.
- Chat with professionals and ask any questions about your child’s development.
- Have fun!
Who is this playgroup for:
Explorers Play for families of babies and children (up to the age of 3) who might have some concerns about their development. Nevertheless, we warmly welcome all babies and young children, encouraging an inclusive environment.
Parents, Grandparents and siblings are also welcome to join. We celebrate diversity and invite all families to be part of our community.
Music Together 10am
Create wonderful opportunities for communication and interaction through fun musical activities. Children develop important social skills like turn-taking and sharing as they engage in group play and follow an enjoyable routine.
This playgroup offers a relaxed, fun-filled environment where children’s development is supported through music. The sessions include singing, playing percussion instruments, dancing, and storytelling—all with a strong focus on interaction and communication.
Benefits of Music Together:
- Opportunities to connect with other families and share ideas and information, including the value of play and early childhood education.
- Musical play gives children opportunities to communicate both verbally and non-verbally while exploring and being creative through instruments, dancing, and singing.
- Children will experience following simple instructions in a relaxed, play-based setting.
- The sessions follow a set routine each week, helping children feel familiar and confident with what to expect.
Who is this playgroup for:
Music Together is for children aged 3-5, including those with a disability, developmental delay, with neurodivergence, or concerns about their development. We warmly welcome all children aged 3-5 and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for everyone. Parents, grandparents, and siblings are also welcome to participate! We celebrate diversity and invite all families to be part of our community.
Music Together 11am
Fun musical activities create wonderful opportunities for communication and interaction. As they engage in group play and follow an enjoyable routine, children develop important social skills like turn-taking and sharing.
This playgroup offers a relaxed, fun-filled environment where children’s development is supported through music. The sessions include singing, playing percussion instruments, dancing, and storytelling—all strongly focused on interaction and communication.
Benefits of Music Together:
- There will be opportunities to connect with other families and share ideas and information, including the value of play and early childhood education.
- Musical play allows children to communicate verbally and non-verbally while exploring and being creative through instruments, dancing, and singing.
- Children will experience following simple instructions in a relaxed, play-based setting.
- The sessions follow a weekly routine, helping children feel familiar and confident with what to expect.
Who is this playgroup for:
Music Together is for children aged 3-5, including those with disabilities, developmental delays, neurodivergence, or concerns about their development. We warmly welcome all children aged 3-5 and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for everyone. Parents, grandparents, and siblings are also welcome to participate! We celebrate diversity and invite all families to be part of our community.
