If you have children aged 0-12 and live in the Randwick LGA, you can join a JNC playgroup, enrol in parenting workshops, and access other JNC services.

Contact us on 9349 8200 to enquire or book.

JNC playgroups

123 JNC Playgroup

For families with children aged 0-3:

A supported playgroup. Parent and children can connect with new people and new services, and parents can develop new ways to have fun with their children. Older siblings can attend too.

DATES: Thursdays in school term

PLACE: Lifestart at Chifley Public School, Mitchell St, Chifley

TIME: 10am to 11.30am

Transition to School playgroup

For families with children who are starting school in 2020. This playgroup offers the chance for your child to make social connections and access skills and support that will make the transition to school easier. Younger siblings also welcome.

Keren, who attends this group, says, “My 4 year old is stimulated and has special attention from the excellent educators.”

DATES: Mondays in school term

PLACE: Lifestart Building at Chifley Public School, Mitchell St, Chifley

TIME: 10am to 11.30am

More groups for parents

Expressive Art for New Parents

Unleash your inner artist!
Take some time out with easy, attractive art projects
Enjoy the feel-good effects of being creative
Meet other new parents
Access support services

DATES: Tuesdays 30 July, 6 August, 13 August

PLACE: Shop 2, 669-673 Anzac Parade, Maroubra

TIME: 10am-12pm

Keeping Kids in Mind

After separation, parenting often gets much tougher. Keeping Kids in Mind is a 6-week course for separated parents who are experiencing ongoing conflict. The course is designed to assist parents with:

• seeing the experience of parental separation through their children’s eyes
• developing strategies for supporting their children

DATES: Wednesdays 7 August to 11 September 10am-12pm

PLACE: Hope Uniting Church, 829 Anzac Parade, Maroubra

TIME: 10am – 12pm
Bookings are essential. Childcare is available, but limited.

Making a difference

Read Jeanalyn’s story  – story number 1 – about the difference The JNC’s Family Support program can make for you.

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