Connect Up supported playgroups
Meli assists parents of children under five years of age to foster positive change and healthy relationships. We run playgroups as part of our Connect Up program, which is a local service that supports families to help their children thrive.
Connect Up supported playgroups provide a safe, welcoming space for parents, caregivers and preschool children to come together to:
- share quality time together
- socialise
- encourage children to learn through play in a group environment.
Who is it for?
Geelong region
Families
No referral required
Where and when can I attend a Connect Up supported playgroup?
Meli is currently running supported playgroups in partnership with local schools and communities at the following times and locations.
Northern Bay College Hendy P-8 Campus
38 Hendy St, Corio
Fridays: 9:00am – 10.30am, Contact – Sharon 0491 097 923
Korayn Birralee Family Centre
146-152 Purnell Road, Corio (Northern Bay College Wexford Campus)
- Tuesdays 9.30am – 11.30am, Contact – Jen 0492 829 366
- Thursdays: 9:30am – 11:30am, Contact Marlies 0490 786 076
- Fridays: Baby Playgroup 9:30 -11:30am, Contact Jen 0492 829 366
NBC Family Centre
3-25 Goldsworthy Road, Corio (Northern Bay College Goldsworthy Campus)
Mondays: 9.30am – 11.30am, Contact – Krista 0490 675 829
Bell Park North Primary School
16-26 Barton Street, Bell Park
Wednesdays 9.30am – 11.00am, Contact – Renae 0490 669 510
Geelong East Primary School
184 Boundary Road, Geelong
Fridays 9.30am – 11.30am, Contact – Renae 0490 669 510
All the playgroups run in line with the Victorian school Term calendar (currently on summer holidays and recommencing in February 2024).
Frequently Asked Questions
No, attending a Connect Up supported playgroup is free.
Connect Up supported playgroups are available to all families with preschool children who are part of the community where a Connect Up supported playgroup is located.
Yes, Connect Up workers can help identify other services that may be useful for you. We can also help you contact and connect with other services and make introductions.
Supported Playgroups encourage healthy habits for children, so we ask families to bring a bottle of water and a piece of fruit for each child they bring to the playgroup.
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