Plunkett Street Community Playgroup

We are thrilled to say – YES WE ARE BACK!

2020 was a difficult time for our playgroup. We closed in March and re-opened in November in a modified, COVID safe way, with an average of 6 families per week. 2021, however, has seen as many as 26 families attending each week, with tremendous gratitude from them for our support. A huge shout out to our dedicated team of volunteers, and Leanne, our teacher, who help to make this possible.

We have a popular new yarning circle for our weekly story and music time. One of our favourite moments this term has been watching a 6-month-old baby sitting on his own, mesmerised by the story time book. He was so engrossed that Mum was able to leave him, go grab something from the other side of the room and come back without him noticing at all!  What a joy to witness.

We have many children for whom English is their second language. A little girl who would not speak at all last year, now will not stop in her excitement to communicate. We currently have 5 families who speak Russian, and 3 of those children have no English. Our play teaches them and connects them with other local children. In addition, we provide information, developmental milestone guidelines and support brochures for our families.

Lastly, we’re also thrilled to have a paediatric physiotherapist visiting our group once a month. Thank you and welcome to Mandi Chau!