Playgroup...

Playgroup at St Josephs:

St Josephs believes in the benefits and value of early learning and we are committed to supporting our community in offering structured opportunities for early learning through our playgroup. Our playgroup operates on a Thursday morning from 8:45am until 10:15am. All parents, grandparents and carers are welcome to attend with any aged preschool children. 

We have two models of Playgroup: 

Weather permitting, our playgroup where possible will be outdoors. Children benefit from being outdoors and having time to explore their environment through unstructured play. We spend time in our sandpit, on our outdoor play equipment and exploring nature. The children like to visit the school animals and play in our wetlands. 

If the weather doesn't allow us to be outside, playgroup will be held in our library. The time will be the same and we will offer toys to play with. We will also share in reading a book, singing some songs and playing with a parachute. 

Housekeeping:

• There is no cost to our playgroup. 
• Parents, grandparents and carers will be offered tea and coffee. 
• Families from our school and our local community are welcome to attend. 
• All snacks for the children will be provided by the parent, grandparents or carer. 
• We ask that you dress your child appropriately for the outdoors. 

Any questions then please contact Anne-Marie at ahoulihan@sjcribpoint.catholic.edu.au. I am often at the gate on a Thursday and Friday morning and you are welcome to find me there. 

Anne-Marie Houlihan

Family School Partnership