NEW Weekend Playgroup!

Service Description

WE'VE FINALLY GOT FUNDING! PRICE DROP!!! We provide the simple play resources, you show up and hang out with other Imperfect Parents! If you have heard that parenting is easier with a village, but weren't sure where to find it, this is the place. Our playgroups are spaces for unstructured play led by your children, while YOU build community and connection with other parents. BRAND NEW WEEKEND PLAYGROUP Saturday mornings, 10-12 Term 2 dates: 2nd May, 30th May, 27th June Waterview Community Hub Cosy indoor lounge + big hall play space + fully fenced outdoor play space. COST: $5 per whānau. Book ahead for all three sessions, or pay as you go. These groups are open to all parents (LGBTQIA+ inclusive), regardless of gender, or how many children you have. Payment is per whānau, and other adults/caregivers are welcome to attend with you or in your place with your children. Facilitated by Oli Sykes (they/them), our Playgroups provide an opportunity to gather with like-minded whānau, encouraging you to step back and let your children play while you get to know other parents! We provide simple resources, and follow our children's lead as they explore the world with all their senses. This is your chance to observe how your child is playing, how they are moving, who they’re playing with and what they’re interested in. See what magic happens when you stand back and let things unfold! Plus, you get to meet other parents! Previous attendees have said: “There is so much freedom to respond to my child's needs and also connect with other parents. The space is set up beautifully and I love the resources available. Dagmar is always warm, inclusive, friendly and available. "  "We loved the lack of structure and how the session was entirely free play. I enjoyed watching my girls explore in nature with no agenda or plan. I loved how Dagmar describes the group as a ‘yes’ space. That now sits in my head when we’re exploring outside." "I liked how inclusive and relaxed it was. I enjoyed seeing the open-ended resources for the children, especially the hammocks and ropes." If finances are a barrier at all, please get in touch. We want all our offerings to be accessible to as many people as possible.