What is a playgroup?
In Wyndham there are many playgroup sessions for parents, carers and grandparents with babies and children aged 0 to school age.
At all playgroups, you stay with your child while they play, explore and socialise with other children.
At playgroup you can:
- Attend free or low-cost weekly sessions
- Spend time playing and learning with your child
- Meet other parents and carers
- Build friendships and local connections
- Grow your confidence and parenting skills
- Learn about local services and supports
Find a playgroup in Wyndham
We offer and support different types of playgroups across Wyndham.
Some are drop-in sessions and do not require registration.
Others require you to complete the Playgroup Enquiry Form so we can help you find the right group.
Community Playgroups
- Regular gatherings for children aged 0 to school age and their parents, grandparents or carers.
- Led by parents, volunteers, community organisations, cultural or faith groups (Community Playgroups are not facilitated by Wyndham City staff)
- There is usually a small cost to attend.
To find a Community Playgroup near you, complete the Playgroup Enquiry Form below.
Supported Playgroups
- Free weekly sessions for eligible families.
- Funded by the Victorian Government and Wyndham City Council
- Led by a qualified Child and Family Resource Officer
- Available for families with children from birth to school age
To join a Supported Playgroup, you must meet at least one of the eligibility criteria below and complete the Playgroup Enquiry Form.
Eligibility criteria
You may be eligible for Supported Playgroup if you:
- Hold a Health Care Card (or equivalent)
- Identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander\ Are caring for a child in kinship care (out-of-home care)
- Have been referred by Child FIRST or Child Protection
- Are participating in, or have been referred to, Enhanced Maternal and Child Health
Playgroup Enquiry Form
Use this form if you:
- Want help choosing a playgroup
- Meet the Supported Playgroup eligibility criteria and would like to participate
- Need help finding a Community Playgroup
- Want to start your own Community Playgroup
If you are attending a Shopping Centre or Pop-Up Playgroup, you do not need to complete this form. You can simply attend a session.
If you have any questions, please email: playgroup@wyndham.vic.gov.au
Shopping Centre Playgroups
- Free drop-in sessions held at local shopping centres.
- You can attend any session and location that suits you.
- No registration or enrolment is required. You can just turn up.
Locations and Times
Monday
Location: Tarneit Central Shopping Centre - 540 Derrimut Rd, Tarneit
Time: 10 to 11.30am
Tuesday
Location: Wyndham Village Shopping Centre – 380 Sayers Rd, Tarneit
Time: 10 to 11.30am
Wednesday
Location: Manor Lakes Central Shopping Centre - 455 Ballan Rd, Manor Lakes
Time: 1.30 to 3pm
Thursday
Location: Stockland Point Cook Shopping Centre - Murnong St, Point Cook
Time: 10 to 11.30am
Pop-Up Playgroups
- Free drop-in sessions held at local community venues.
- Indoor and outdoor play-based activities
- Connect with local services and meet other families
- Attend as many sessions as you like
Location and Times
Term 1, 2026
Wednesdays, 10am – 11.30am
Delivered by Wyndham City Council in collaboration with IPC Health.
Location
IPC Health
117–129 Warringa Crescent, Hoppers Crossing
Please bring:
- A hat
- Water bottle
- Sunscreen
There is plenty of onsite parking.
Bus route 161 stops directly out the front.