Community News

Tennis Lessons at FPS

Tennis lessons will be held on Thursday mornings before school at FPS. The term two program commences Thursday 12 February, from 8:15 – 8:45am.

Enrolment forms can be collected at the office or downloaded below.

Positive Parenting Group

The positive parenting group supports parents to learn strategies they can put in place to support their child to: 

• Manage their emotions and build healthy relationships.
• Build emotional resilience, self-esteem and independence.
• Develop problem solving skills and communication skills.

There are five online sessions (starting 4 March) and it is aimed at parents/carers of children from 5 – 10 years. See the attachment for details and registration information.

Darebin Basketball Programs

Darebin Basketball Association is offering beginner and development Basketball programs, which will starting very soon.

• Find out more about the club and the programs on offer.

Collingwood Basketball Programs

Collingwood Basketball Association are offering a range of programs across all ages in term one. 

• Find out more about the club and the programs on offer.

Seeking Cricket Players – North Alphington CC

North Alphington Cricket Club (NACC) has two great programs for primary school children targeting new players:

Blasters at Pitcher Park on Sunday mornings (9–10am)

• 4 weeks (for Foundation – Grades 2/3). 
• Click for information and to register (new participants).

Come and Try Social Smash Cricket Teams 

• For 9–12 year old children who are new or beginner players.
• Form social teams with NACC players and play in a 4-week competition.
• Click for information and to register
• Facilitated by Cricket Victoria

Join The Science Squad! 

Spark your child’s curiosity with our hands-on after-school science club for Years 2–4. Led by a specialist science teacher, our term one 'Biology Explorers' program dives deep into the living world – from microscopic cells to animal adaptations. Each term will focus on a different area of science.

• When: Monday’s 3:30 – 5 pm.
• Where: Includes a supervised walking transfer from Fairfield PS to Fairfield Library Community Room. 
• Bonus: Every term participant receives a specialist science tool to keep!
• Enrol: Find out more and enrol!

Art Therapy Sessions

Artly Therapy in Northcote is offering art therapy sessions. Click for more information.

Yarra Paddlers – Learn to Paddle Program

The Ivanhoe Northcote Canoe Club (INCC) is a community club located on the banks of the Yarra, near the Fairfield Park and the Boathouse Café. The club offers a junior paddle program. 

• The junior programs are led by qualified and experienced kayaking coaches.
• The program supports the development of confidence, skills and fitness for young people aged 10–18 years.
• Click for information and to register

Fairfield Village Family Fun Day!

Fairfield Village is ready to bring the community together for a fantastic day of celebration. 

• When: Sunday, 22 February, from 10am – 3pm
• Where: Gillies St car park
• Ages:  For children aged 3 – 12 years
• What: Exciting rides and non-stop entertainment.
• Ride Wristbands: Get your wristbands here for unlimited rides!