Supported Playgroup
Supported Playgroup
A Playgroup for children of all abilities.
We have an exciting and inclusive Playgroup for children of all abilities, aged 0–5.
Our Playgroup will allow your child to interact with our Early Childhood Educators and Therapists, and be involved in play-based activities. The Playgroup can be accessed at Mikarie Child Care Centre in Kirrawee, which follows strict COVID-19 entry and visitor protocols.
Each week, your child and you will enjoy:
- Fun and engaging play-based ideas you can use in your own home.
- Access to Early Childhood Educators and our Clinical Services team.
- Morning tea / picnic time.
- Making new friends.
- Helpful techniques and resources.
Each child develops differently. Our playgroup can provide you and your child the support you need to develop their skills and abilities.

6 months
- Starts babbling and making different sounds
Language & Communication
- Rolls from back to side
Motor Skills
- Bangs toys and enjoys peak-a-boo type games
Play
- Smiles and shows affection to caregivers
Emotions
- Looks around and brings things to mouth
Learning & Thinking

1 Year
- Uses single words
Language & Communication
- Sits independently, crawls and pull to stand
Motor Skills
- Plays with toys purposefully and finds hidden objects
Play
- More attached to familiar people and nervous with strangers
Emotions
- Follows simple instructions and copies gestures
Learning & Thinking

2 to 3 Years
- Puts words together
Language & Communication
- Walks, runs and jumps
Motor Skills
- Shows interest in peers and plays with toys in different ways
Play
- Shows wide range of emotions
Emotions
- Begins to sort shapes and colours
Learning & Thinking

4 to 5 Years
- Tells a simple story using full sentences
Language & Communication
- Uses the toilet on their own
Motor Skills
- Likes to play with other children
Play
- Cooperates with other children
Emotions
- Plays board and card games
Learning & Thinking