Playgroups
Playgroups offer opportunities for children from birth until school age to develop and practise new skills, make new friends, gain self-confidence and develop physically, socially, emotionally and intellectually, while with their parents or carers.
Parents and carers also have opportunities to build friendships with other families within the community and enjoy some time out of the house. During playgroups all families assist with setting up and packing up of the group and behaviour management of their own children.
Playgroups generally run weekly during school terms.
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Types of playgroups
Community playgroups
Community playgroups are run by parents who decide the day, time, venue, equipment and playgroup style. Families are responsible for the tasks involved in running the playgroup.
Visit Community playgroups to find a list of playgroups to join or contact our Playgroups Team on 9747 7136 or email playgroups@melton.vic.gov.au to discuss your family's needs.
smalltalk playgroups
smalltalk playgroups are funded by the Department of Families, Fairness and Housing and are delivered by Council.
Visit smalltalk playgroups or contact our Playgroups Team on 9747 7136, email supportedplaygroup@melton.vic.gov.au or speak with your local Maternal and Child Health nurse or professional who can seek further information on your behalf.
Community Activation playgroups
Community Activation playgroups are supported by the Playgroups Activation Officer who will provide the knowledge and guidance for your group to run independently with a community member volunteer.
Find below a list of current community activation playgroups.
Mt Atkinson Playgroup
When: Tuesdays 10am to 12pm
Timeframe: 7 October to 9 December 2025 (during school term 4)
Location: Mt Atkinson Children's & Community Centre, 160 Clara Ave, Truganina, 3029
Cost: FREE
Eynesbury Playgroup
When: Mondays 9.30am to 11am
Timeframe: 6 October to 8 December 2025 (during school term 4)
Location: Eynesbury Discovery Centre, 479 Eynesbury Rd, Eynesbury, 3338
Cost: FREE
Plumpton Playgroup
When: Wednesdays 10am to 12pm
Timeframe: 8 October to 3 December 2025 (during school term 4)
Location: Plumpton Community Centre, 19 Pear Parade, Fraser Rise, 3336
Cost: FREE
Book your preferred playgroup by contacting us on 03 9747 7136 or at playgroups@melton.vic.gov.au