Riverton Playgroup
At Riverton Playgroup kids learn through play to develop a range of skills in a safe and stimulating environment. It's also the perfect place for parents to get together, have a cuppa and share stories and ideas.
Learn, play and make new friends
Riverton Playgroup is a community run group, held at Riverton Primary School in the early childhood area.
Riverton Playgroup is:
- Welcoming and friendly
- Co-operative and caring
- Supportive and respectful
- A team effort
- A safe place
- Fun and learning
- For families together
The group provides an opportunity for parents, caregivers and children to play together. It is a place for families to feel welcome and included in their local community, which builds self-esteem and confidence for children and adults alike.
The benefits of playgroup for children and adults include:
- Safe and nurturing environments where children can play and learn.
- Support for healthy early brain development through play.
- Opportunities for children to create, invent, reason and problem solve.
- Children learn social skills as they negotiate with peers, resolve conflict, take turns, share, and make friends.
- Help for children to build resilience to enable them to cope with new situations and adapt to change.
- A space where families can find new friends and social networks.
- Opportunities for adults to share time and experiences with children.
- A place where parents and caregivers can support each other.
- Affordable and regular opportunities for families to enjoy a shared outing.
The group runs every Tuesday between 9am - 10.30am. All are welcome.
Please bring a water bottle, snack, and hat for your child.
Membership
Riverton Playgroup welcomes new members, so if you like to join this fun and friendly group, please contact:
