Our Purpose

Playgroup NSW is a not-for-profit community organisation operating with financial support from the Department of Families, Housing, Community Services & Indigenous Affairs (FaHCSIA) and annual membership fees.

Membership fees are kept to a minimum to allow access to playgroups by all members of the community.

Playgroup NSW is administered by a voluntary Board of Management, which meets monthly to set policy and direction for the organisation. Employed staff are responsible for the day to day management of Playgroup NSW.

Our Vision

To be an effective and proactive authority on early years parenting, play and development.

What We Do

• Play a key role in developing new playgroups and supporting existing groups
• Provide insurance cover for members attending an affiliated playgroup
• Provide a referral service to Playgroups for members of the community
• Provide playgroups with administrative material, play/craft ideas, conflict resolution and a range of services relevant to conducting a community playgroup
• Communicate with members through the distribution of Totline, the official Association magazine
• Provide support for children and families with special needs and from culturally diverse backgrounds
• Provide an advocacy role with government and non-government agencies.

We Value

Strong and sustainable communities that nurture:-

• Confident and positive parenting
• Acceptance of difference and the encouragement of diversity 
• Positive interactions between children and adults
• Volunteering and mutual support
• Welcoming learning environments for all

During 1987, the Playgroup Association became incorporated under the Associations Incorporation Act, 1984. Incorporation gives the Association a legal identity, limits the legal liability of its members and provides a framework for the continuity of the Association.

In 2005, Playgroup NSW was granted deductible gift recipient status.