Playgroups for Refugees and Migrants In Brisbane

Research shows that bringing migrant and refugee children and their families together for culturally appropriate, fun and safe playgroups can significantly improve a child’s mental health and wellbeing, as well as help them to transition into school with more confidence. Save the Children have been providing supported playgroups for children and women from migrant and refugee backgrounds since 2007.

It Takes A Village Program

The Save the Children foundation runs weekly sessions for children under five years to help them learn to play, socialise and establish a routine in their lives. The sessions consider culture and language and make sure all children and parents feel welcome. Bilingual early childhood educators offer parents advice, referrals to community services and connect them with other families. Snacks are provided at the playgroups to promote healthy eating habits.

Local Brisbane Playgroups for Refugee and Migrant Families in Brisbane

These playgroups are specifically for migrant and refugee families. If you are looking for a more general playgroup, just get in touch with Play Matters Australia.

FREE, supported playgroup for families who have migrated to Australia with children aged 0 to 5! Support your child to develop, learn & thrive through play!

> Playgroups for Refugees and Migrants in Brisbane on Mondays

• Pallara | Mondays, 9:30am-11:30am | Pallara Park, Gooderham Road & Brookbent Road, Pallara QLD | Contact Ph: 0438 190 509.

> Playgroups for Refugees and Migrants in Brisbane on Wednesdays

• Acacia Ridge | Wednesdays, 9am – 11:30am | Early Years ELC, 67 Nyngam St, Acacia Ridge | Contact Ph: (07) 3320 8400.
• Inala | Wednesdays, 9:30am-11:30am | Inala Community Centre, 79 Poinsettia Street, Inala QLD | Contact Crystal Ph: 0411 668 852.

> Playgroups for Refugees and Migrants in Brisbane on Thursdays

• Mt Gravatt East | Thursdays, 9.15am | St Mark’s Lutheran Church Community Hall, 71 Newnham Road, Mt Gravatt East QLD | Contact Crystal Ph: 0411 668 852.

Other supporting programs

Save the Children organises a number of other complimentary programs to further support migrant and refugee families. These include:

• Community Toy Libraries
• An African reading club
• Practical skill workshops that might include sewing, life skills and English lessons for mothers and older siblings.

You can find out more about Save the Children and the wonderful supports they offer here.