Looking for a fun way to support your child’s development?
Come along to one of our regular playgroups for children aged 0-5 years.
Playgroups give young children fun opportunities to interact with peers in a safe, supportive environment. They help develop social skills like sharing, taking turns, and cooperation, while play-based activities also support cognitive, language, and fine motor development. Together, these experiences prepare children for the transition to school.
Playgroups also offer community and support for parents and caregivers. You can connect with others, share experiences, and offer advice, all while enjoying organised activities and simply having fun with your child.
We provide all the activities but don’t forget to bring your hats and water bottles. In hotter months, it’s best to bring a change of clothes for your children, in case we do water play or messy play.
We hope to see you at a playgroup soon!
Community playgroups
We currently facilitate or support the following weekly playgroups:
Wilsonton Heights Playgroup
– Toowoomba –
Tuesdays, 9am-11am
(school term time only)
Wilsonton Heights
Neighbourhood Centre
14 Wine Drive, Wilsonton Heights
FREE
Hope for Our Children Playgroup
– Toowoomba –
Thursdays, 9am-11am
(school term time only)
Hope for Our Children
2 Lawrence Street, South Toowoomba
FREE
Intergenerational Playgroup
– Sunshine Coast –
Wednesdays, 9:30am-12pm (school term time only)
Play Matters Sunshine Coast Hub
1 Mons School Road, Mons
$8 per family
Toy Library Playgroup
– Crows Nest –
Fridays, 9:30am-11:30am
(school term time only)
Kath Dickson Toy Library
1 Littleton Street, Crows Nest
FREE
Our Family Day Care team also run monthly playgroups in southwest Queensland:
Roma Playgroup
Monthly on a Wednesday,
9:30am-10:30am
Dates for 2026:
11 February, 11 March, 5 April, 13 May, 10 June, 15 July, 12 August, 9 September, 14 October, 11 November
Apex Park, Roma
FREE
Chinchilla Playgroup
Monthly on a Thursday,
9:30am-11am
Dates for 2026:
26 February, 26 March, 30 April, 28 May, 25 June, 30 July, 27 August, 24 September, 29 October, 26 November
Jubilee Park, Chinchilla
FREE
Miles Playgroup
Monthly on a Thursday,
9am-11am
Dates for 2026:
12 February, 12 March, 16 April, 14 May, 11 June, 16 July, 13 August, 10 September, 15 October, 12 November
Note: this is a weekly playgroup but we attend monthly
Morgan Place, Miles
FREE
Frequently asked questions
Why are playgroups important for my child?
Playgroups give children the chance to explore, play and learn in a relaxed, social setting. They help build early social skills, confidence, language development and problem-solving abilities, all through play. Children can try new activities, make friends, and learn to share and cooperate with others.
Why are playgroups important for me as a parent or carer?
Playgroups offer a supportive space to meet other families, share experiences and feel part of a community. They’re a great way to connect, chat and get ideas for play and learning at home. They’re relaxed, friendly and entirely come-as-you-are.
What should I bring?
Please bring a hat, water bottle and morning tea for you and your child. Everything else, including activities, toys and materials, is provided.
What will happen at playgroup?
Each session includes a variety of hands-on, play-based activities designed for children under school age. Think crafts, sensory play, imaginative play set-ups and more. Families can join in at their own pace. Most sessions are free, and you don’t need to book—just come along and enjoy.
Contact us
Please use the form to contact us about playgroups or any other service offered by Kath Dickson Family Centre.
Kath Dickson Family Centre Head Office
5 Jennings Street, Toowoomba Qld 4350
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1300 336 345