About us

Playgroup SA is a non-profit, community-based organisation which is committed to providing quality services to families with young children across South Australia. With over 2000 family members attending more than 190 playgroups across South Australia, Playgroup SA offers practical, professional advice and support, training and development including additional needs services, broad insurance coverage, play resources and playgroup workshops, among other services. Playgroup SA is a growing organisation that is run by a Board and has been operating since 1974. As a non-profit organisation, all funds received go directly into the servicing and support of SA Playgroups.

What our people say

"We love going to Upper Sturt Playgroup! It has been an awesome way for us to connect with others in the community."

Upper Sturt

"Playgroup is one of the reasons I enjoy being a stay-at-home mum! The regular socialisation, conversations and easy catch-ups that my children and I get from attending Playgroup are the highlight of our week!"

Fishtails Playgroup Mount Gambier

"We LOVE Playgroup! My mum has been taking her grandchildren (including my children) to Playgroup for more than 17 years and she plans on attending for at least another five."

The Corner Playgroup

"We've met some lovely people and made some life-long friends through attending Playgroup."

Koolyangarra Playgroup

"My children and I love Playgroup! I truly believe it does connect our community and it enables us to gain strong friendships. I have met and am still close friends with many of the mums from the Playgroups I've attended."

Barker Kindergarten Playgroup

"My family is involved in a small Community Playgroup where we share various fun activities for children who are babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers. We are lucky enough to use our local kindergarten, which is very helpful for the transition to kindy. Playgroup is a fun, friendly environment that helps families create life long friendships."

Kirinari Playgroup

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Barossa Valley families! 
Join us at Barossa Village for a brand NEW playgroup! 
There is so much to explore on Monday mornings, see you there! 👶🧓

Join the residents of Barossa Village for play, crafts, stories, music and more at intergenerational playgroup!

Mondays 9:30am - 10:30am
FREE

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Last week Playgroup SA also celebrated Neurodiversity Celebration Week across our playgroups!

Families enjoyed a range of inclusive, affirming play experiences designed to support every child to learn, connect and thrive. From sensory activities to creative play, there were plenty of opportunities for children to explore in ways that feel right for them, with some activities also available to take home and continue the fun.

The best part? These kinds of supportive, inclusive play experiences aren’t just for special occasions. Many of these activities are part of our playgroups every single week, creating welcoming spaces where all children and families feel seen, valued and celebrated.

A big thank you to Fion, Whyalla PALS and PlayConnect+ for sending photos! 💛

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🌟SPOTLIGHT on Brazilian Playgroup🌟

Brazilian families in Adelaide have created a wonderful space to connect, share culture and build community at Brazilian Playgroup.

Meeting every Wednesday at the Mitchell Park Community Centre, the playgroup offers a welcoming environment where children can play, explore and make new friends while parents and carers connect with other Brazilian families.

Each session finishes with Brazilian songs and story time in Portuguese, helping little ones stay connected to their language and culture while growing up in South Australia.

Playgroups like this are a beautiful reminder of how community, culture and play come together to support families and help children thrive. 💛

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🌟SPOTLIGHT on Bower Cottages Community Playgroup🌟

Fay and Mark kick started National Playgroup Week with the opening of a new playgroup at Bower Cottages Community Centre.
Local families gathered, connected, and enjoyed the activities on offer. The children were invited to plant the first flowers in what is now The Playgroup Garden
We’re so excited to watch this playgroup grow.

Where- Bower Cottages Community Centre
When- Monday 10-11:30am, term time
Cost- $2

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🌟SPOTLIGHT on Dominican School Semaphore Playgroup 🌟

We’ve had a wonderful week here at Dominican School Semaphore celebrating National Playgroup Week!
Our playgroup is proudly multigenerational and multicultural, creating a welcoming space for everyone. We offer a wide range of activities designed to support all sensory and learning needs, helping children explore, engage, and grow through play.
Thursday morning, our school principal, Angela Scodella, paid us a special visit and admired the beautiful Easter crafts created by the children. 🐣🌸
Thank you to all the families who made this week so special!

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🌟SPOTLIGHT on St Joseph's Playgroup🌟

St Joseph’s Playgroup at Ottoway is a nurturing and welcoming space where young children and their families come together to play, explore and feel a strong sense of belonging.
Through hands-on experiences like creative play, outdoor discovery and shared moments, families build confidence, connection and friendships as they begin their journey with our school community.

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🌟SPOTLIGHT on Walford Playgroup🌟

Walford Playgroup is a free weekly session held every Friday during term time at Walford’s Early Learning Centre for children aged 0–3 and their parents or carers. 
Guided by experienced educators, the sessions offer fun, play-based activities that encourage curiosity, exploration and early learning in a relaxed and nurturing environment. It’s also a wonderful opportunity for families to connect, share quality time with their children and gently introduce little ones to the Walford community.

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🌟SPOTLIGHT on Hackham Community Centre Playgroup🌟

Our Playgroup offers a welcoming and supportive environment for children aged 0–5 years and their families. Each session features weekly themed, age appropriate activities designed to encourage learning through interactive and sensory rich experiences.
Children are invited to explore both our engaging indoor play areas and outdoor nature play spaces, promoting curiosity, creativity, and developmental growth in a child focused setting.
Every session concludes with an interactive group time, bringing families together to enjoy songs, dancing, and storytelling, fostering connection, confidence, and community.

More details on www.playgroupsa.com.au

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🌟SPOTLIGHT on Antonio Mini Ants Playgroup🌟
 
Antonio Catholic School at Morphett Vale offers a supported playgroup, 'Mini Ants' every Friday morning from 10:00am to 12:00pm. Join us for fun, friendship and discovery!

Children under five years of age can enjoy stories, puzzles, art, craft, songs and some extra quality time with their parents/carers in our connected indoor and outdoor spaces. Facilitated by Bec Quinn.

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✨ Eid Mubarak from Playgroup SA ✨

Wishing all our families and communities a joyful and peaceful Eid. May this special time be filled with laughter, connection, and moments of togetherness with loved ones.

At Playgroup SA, we celebrate the rich diversity of our playgroup communities and the many traditions that bring families together. Thank you for sharing your cultures, stories and celebrations with us – it’s what makes our playgroups so special.

Eid Mubarak to all who are celebrating 🌙

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🌟SPOTLIGHT on St Pius X Playgroup🌟

St Pius X Playgroup is a fun playgroup for birth to 5-year-olds held at St Pius X Catholic School in Windsor Gardens. 
Song time is a highlight of every session, with Laura leading the singing while Julian plays the guitar and the whole room joins in. 
Children love exploring sensory play, water play, dramatic play and plenty of hands-on fun. 
Playgroup runs Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 9:00am to 10:30am, and no bookings are required. Everyone is welcome! 

St Pius X School
8 Windsor Grove
Windsor Gardens

@stpiusxplaygroup

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🌟SPOTLIGHT on MCCSA Multicultural Playgroup🌟

MCCSA Multicultural Playgroup is a welcoming space where families from diverse cultural backgrounds come together to connect, play, and learn from one another on Tuesdays during school terms. Parents and children enjoy play-based activities, songs, stories, and special cultural celebrations, helping build friendships and a sense of community. It is also a supportive environment where families can share their cultures and experiences while their children learn through play.

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Acknowledgement of country.

Playgroup SA acknowledges and respects the traditional custodians of the South Australian regions upon whose ancestral lands our Playgroups operate on. 

We acknowledge and pay our respects to the Elders, past, present and future for they  old the memories, the traditions, the culture and the hopes of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. 

We also pay respect to the cultural authority of Aboriginal people from other areas of South Australia and Australia and acknowledge their deep feelings of attachment and Spiritual relationship to Country. 

Playgroup SA recognises the pain and suffering caused by past policies to Aboriginal Australians and the impact this has had on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. 

At Playgroup SA we are committed to a future of reconciliation, we believe that there is much knowledge and wisdom to be gained by Aboriginal Australians, by the learning of Country, land, cultures, truths and realities.