Choosing a time and place for your playgroup sessions
When to meet?
Most playgroups meet once a week for 1.5 to two hours.
Talk to the families involved to see when they’re available.
The times and days that your preferred space is available will obviously also affect the day and time you will be able to meet.
It’s also a good idea to check when other things for children are on in the community (e.g. Launching into Learning at the local school).
Most playgroups happen in line with kindergarten schedules or school start and end times. Most also take a break during school holidays as playgroup activities may not be suitable for older children.
If playgroups choose to run in school holidays, it’s important to think about the space and toys for older children and to decide if the playgroup should have a clear age limit.
Where to meet?
Choosing a place for your playgroup is a big decision so please get in touch with Playgroup Tasmania before you sign any formal leases or agreements.
There are some key things to think about when you’re choosing a place for your playgroup sessions.
- Whether it’s safe for children, families and volunteers
- Whether it’s easy for your families to get there
- Whether it has the things your playgroup needs (a kitchen, clean toilets, an outdoor or indoor play area). If the place doesn’t have everything on the Venue selection checklist, please contact Playgroup Tasmania for help and advice.
Once you have a list of two or three places that fit these basic needs, Playgroup Tasmania can provide support to contact the venue owners to find out if and when they are available and how much they cost to use.