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Playgroups provide opportunities for children to engage in play, which helps them learn the valuable skills required to have a positive start to school.
Benefits of playgroup include:
- help develop social skills at the child’s own pace
- build emotional confidence
- encourage physical activity
- support imagination and creativity
- learn through role-play
- social connection for parents
Many playgroups are run by experienced early childhood trained staff and provide parents with support and guidance on child development as well as offering a soft entry point to other community support networks.
Many families might not be aware of the benefits of playgroup so GPs can play a vital role in referring families who might have a child with developmental concerns or if the family is socially isolated.
Benefits of attending playgroup
In South Western Sydney there are lists of playgroups for the following local government areas:
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