Child and Family Services
ECS Playgroups
Playgroup is a fun and relaxed way for mums, dads, grandparents, caregivers, children, and babies to meet. ECS has a number of playgroups available that provide a great environment for developing your child's social skills and gives you the opportunity to chat with other caregivers.
Our indoor play space plus secure & shaded outdoor area is located in the centre of Engadine, close to shops and free parking areas.
Messy Playgroup
Czech & Slovakian Playgroup
|| 4th Friday each month 10 am - 12 pm
Messy playgroup is a safe environment where children can explore and stimulate their senses with tactile activities. A morning tea is included.
Attendance is $15 per family per visit.
Register for messy playgroup here.
|| Friday 10 am - 12 pm
A playgroup for parents of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds (Czech and Slovakian).
Attendance is $2 per visit.
Supported Playgroup
|| Tuesday 9:30 - 11:30 am
A social group led by qualified early childhood educators, designed to provide varied play experiences for children aged from six weeks to 12 months.
This closed playgroup is facilitated by Playgroup NSW. Registration is essential, as walk-ins are not permitted.
Sutherland Shire Toy Library
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Over 600 toys for loan
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Baby toys, wooden toys, musical toys, games, puzzles, ride‐ons & outdoor play sets
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Borrow up to 3 toys, 3 puzzles and 3 games every 3 weeks (per family)
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For children at all stages of development
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Allows play that enriches language, numeracy, fine motor skills, imagination & creativity
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Small membership fee applies
Toy libraries are where fun, creativity and play begin! The ECS Toy Library provides an affordable way to broaden your child's learning experience. It provides local families with a range of good quality items to borrow.
The toy library catalogue is now online and can be viewed here. New members can start their membership by clicking on the join now tab, however they will need to visit the office to collect a membership card and to finalise membership paperwork. Current members can log into the database and view available by clicking on the members login tab.
Opening Times:
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Monday 1 – 4 pm
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Thursday 1 – 4 pm
Parenting Seminars
As part of our Targeted Early Intervention programs, we have recently partnered with local early childhood services to provide parenting seminars on various topics, such as dealing with fussy eating, establishing good sleeping habits, and managing big emotions.
We plan to offer more of these seminars in future, so keep an eye on our calendar and Facebook page for announcements about upcoming events.