At the City of Casey, our Child, Youth and Family team offers a range of Maternal and Child Health (MCH) services, group programs, and Council-operated playgroups.
These programs are designed to be inclusive, welcoming, and accessible to all families, enabling children to explore, learn, and play while you connect with other families in your community.
Looking to join a playgroup?
View this helpful booklet on how to select and join a playgroup.
Find a playgroup
Download the Playgroup Directory or use the interactive Explore Casey map to find a playgroup near you.
If you have questions or need interpreter services, please contact us by calling 9705 5200 or using the contact form to request a call back.
Vaccination requirements
- Vaccination is not required to attend First Time Parent Groups, MCH group programs, council-run playgroups, or community playgroups.
- The 'No Jab No Play' legislation applies only to enrolment in licensed childcare and kindergarten programs. It does not apply to MCH services or community-based programs.
- While immunisation is strongly encouraged, participation in these programs is not dependent on vaccination status.
- Families are encouraged to make informed decisions based on their individual circumstances, particularly when immunocompromised family members are involved.
More City of Casey playgroups
The City of Casey offers additional free pop-up playgroups for children and families.
- Pop-up playgroup (0-5 years)
The City of Casey hosts free Pop-up playgroup for children 0-5 years at parks across Casey. These are held weekly during school terms.
Mums, dads, grandparents and caregivers are invited to enjoy fun activities with their children. Activities include physical play, messy play, water play, art, music, books, and construction.
To join: No booking required. Just bring your hats, water and snacks!
Upcoming playgroup dates:
- Pop-up baby playgroup (0-12 months)
The City of Casey hosts free indoor Pop-up playgroups for babies aged 0-12 months.
Mums, dads, grandparents and caregivers are welcome to enjoy fun activities with their baby and meet other families. Activities include music, art, story, rhyme and play.
Pop-up baby playgroup runs weekly during school terms.
For a list of upcoming playgroup dates, view the:
- Term 2, 2025 flyer for Pop-up baby playgroups
- Calendar of events at the bottom of this page.
- MCH Discover Learn Playgroup and Pop-up playgroup
The City of Casey facilitates free, short term playgroup sessions across Casey for families with children 0-5 years.
At playgroup you can:
- book a Maternal & Child Health, Key Ages and Stages visit if your child has missed visits
- get support for your child if you feel they are not like other children the same age.
- get parenting support
- enrol in 3- & 4-year-old kindergarten
- link into community playgroups, events and activities for children 0-5years
- meet other local families.
For more information or to book into a playgroup, please complete the contact form and we'll call you back.
For a list of upcoming playgroup dates, view the:
- Term 2, 2025 flyer for MCH Discover Learn Playgroups
- Calendar of events at the bottom of this page.
- Dads Matter
Dads, grandfathers, uncles and other male caregivers are welcome to come and have fun with their children.
- Enjoy woodworking, cooking, gardening and baby playtime activities.
- Meet other father figures.
- Recognise the important role that men play in families.
To join: Visit the Dads Matter page to find the upcoming programs and events.
Please note, bookings are essential for all Dads Matter programs.- Supported playgroups (0-5 years)
Supported playgroups are led by a facilitator. They are free and run weekly during school terms, for eligible families with children aged 0-5 years.
- Meet other local families
- Learn about your child's development
- Learn more about parenting
To join: To find out if you are eligible for a supported playgroup, contact our Supported Playgroup Officer on 9705 5200 or PlaygroupReferral@casey.vic.gov.au
Supported playgroups are funded by the Department of Families, Fairness & Housing.
- PlayDaze
PlayDaze sessions are free playgroups that run 3 times a year. All parents and carers are welcome to attend.
- Learn about the importance of play
- Learn about your child's development
- Have fun in a relaxed environment
Check the upcoming playgroups below to find out where the next PlayDaze playgroup is located.
To join: No booking required. Just bring your hats, water and snacks.
Contact a Playgroup Officer
You can contact a Playgroup Development Officer by calling 9705 5200 or using the contact form to request a call back.
They can help you
- access interpretation services
- join or start a new playgroup
- connect with other support services
- support the needs of your local playgroup
- answer any other questions you may have.
How to start or support a playgroup
Please contact a Playgroup Development Officer by calling 9705 5200. This includes services or agencies interested in delivering playgroups in Casey.
They can assist with
- building a playgroup community
- finding a suitable venue for your playgroup
- preparing a playgroup session and providing ideas for equipment/resources
- advertising your playgroup in the playgroup directory and on the City of Casey website
- providing information about local services and resources
- offering a quarterly playgroup networking opportunity.
We'd love your feedback
Please use our online feedback form. Your insights, whether from parents or children, are invaluable in helping us enhance our services.
