Are you new to the area and want to meet some local families, or have a baby and need to get out of the house to chat with other parents or carers of little ones? How about going to a playgroup!?
Playgroups are beneficial for children, families and communities. We’ve put together a list of playgroups in and around the Lane Cove Council area. Let us know if we missed any that you have attended.
Note: due to the redevelopment of the LCM Church commencing in March 2026, LCM will not be running its popular playgroup in 2026.
In addition to local playgroups, you might also like to find out more about The Lane Cove Toy Library and how you can borrow toys instead of buying them. Find out more here.
Lane Cove
St Michael’s School Lane Cove Family Playgroup
A welcoming family playgroup for children aged 0–5 and their parents or carers, held at St Michael’s Catholic Primary School. The playgroup provides an intentional space where families can spend quality time together and enhance relationships through play. Each session includes a simple themed activity designed to encourage exploration, creativity and connection.
Days: Fridays (Term 1, 2026)
Times: 9:00 am – 10:00 am
Location: School Hall, St Michael’s Catholic Primary School, 181–187 Longueville Rd, Lane Cove
Email: [email protected]
Website: St Michael’s Lane Cove Facebook page
Lane Cove North
Meeting House Playgroups
Sydney Community Services runs welcoming playgroups for children aged 0–5 at The Meeting House in Lane Cove North. Sessions include play-based activities and a great chance to meet other local families. Held during term time only.
Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays (term time)
Times: 9:30 am – 11:30 am
Location: The Meeting House, 23A Stokes Street, Lane Cove North, NSW, 2066
Cost: Free
Email: [email protected]
Website: sydneycs.org
Intergenerational Playgroup at St Peter’s Lane Cove
Come along to our Intergenerational Playgroup where you can play, learn and connect with residents at St Peter’s. You will also meet other local families and enjoy fun activities for a morning of play.
Days: Fortnightly Tuesdays starting 10th February 2026. During term time only
Times: 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Location: St Peter’s, 3 Felton Avenue, Lane Cove North NSW 2066
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.playgroupnsw.org.au
Lane Cove
St Michael’s Catholic Primary School Playgroup
St Michael’s runs a playgroup for children aged 0 to 5 in the St Michael’s School Hall on Fridays, 9 am to 10.00 am during the school term (check each week as sometimes due to school activities, the playgroup may not be held).
Days: Fridays During term time only
Times: 9. 00 am – 10.00 am
Location: 181–187 Longueville Road, Lane Cove NSW 2066
Email: [email protected]
Outside of Lane Cove LGA
Villa Playgroup
A welcoming term-time playgroup held in a large parish hall with plenty of activities for little ones, including arts and crafts, imaginative play and bikes. A gold coin donation is appreciated and families bring their own morning tea.
Days: Tuesdays (school terms)
Times: 9:30 am – 11:30 am
Location: Holy Name of Mary Parish Hall, Cnr Mary St and Gladesville Rd, Hunters Hill
Cost: Gold coin donation
Email: [email protected]
Website: Facebook: Villa Playgroup
Olive Grove Cottage Playgroup
Olive Grove Cottage Playgroup is a Montessori-inspired, child led playgroup for children aged 0-6 in Gladesville. This is a good chance to learn more about the Montessori philosophy in early childhood education.
Days: Tuesdays during school term
Times: 9.30 am -11 am
Location: St Andrew’s Greek Orthodox Church 20 Wharf Road, GLADESVILLE
Website: Olive Grove Cottage Playgroup
Drummoyne Groovy Grandparents
A playgroup for children and their Grandparents and Carers. Meet other grandparents doing the same, while the children play together and socialise.
Before you visit the group, please send an email to the group’s Coordinator. They will then respond with when to visit and what to expect.
Days: Wednesday mornings during school terms
Times: 10.30 am – 12.30 pm
Location: Drummoyne Scout Hall, 11 Dening St, Drummoyne NSW 2047
Website: Groovy Grandparents
Les Petits Loups (French-Speaking Playgroup)
A French-speaking playgroup for families with children under 5. Sessions include play, art and craft, storytelling, songs, and a French library. The accompanying parent or carer needs to be able to communicate in French. Free trial visits are available.
Days: Thursdays
Times: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Location: Naremburn Community Centre, Naremburn
Cost: TBC (free trial available)
Email: [email protected]
Website: lespetitsloups.weebly.com
Facebook: @LesPetitsLoupsFrenchPlaygroup
Intergenerational Playgroup at St Paul’s Northbridge
Come along to our Intergenerational Playgroup where you can play, learn and connect with residents at St Paul’s. You will also meet other local families and enjoy fun activities for a morning of play.
Days: Fortnightly Mondays starting 19th January 2026.
Times: 9:30 am – 11:30 am
Location: St Paul’s, 27 Eastern Valley Way, Northbridge NSW 2063
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.playgroupnsw.org.au
Explorers Playgroup (North Sydney)
Creative play sessions for under 5s, led by experienced Play Leaders in light-filled rooms with access to a playground. Activities are child-initiated and supervised by a parent or carer in a relaxed, friendly setting.
Days: Monday to Thursday
Times: 9:30am–12pm
Location: North Sydney Centre, 220 Miller St, North Sydney NSW 2060
Cost: $15 (up to three siblings)
Website: northsydneycentre.com.au/kids/playgroup
Facebook: Explorers Playgroup
Kirribilli Play Group
Informal drop-in playgroup. Children under parental supervision are welcome to access the play area informally between 9am and 5pm on weekdays. There is a fenced courtyard at The Kirribilli Neighbourhood Centre, and a turfed/covered fenced-in area for children to utilise.
Days: Monday to Friday
Times: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Location: Kirribilli Neighbourhood Centre, 16–18 Fitzroy St, Kirribilli NSW 2061
Cost: Gold coin donation
Website: Event info
Playtime Kirribilli
Playtime is a playgroup for children aged 0-5 years and their parents or carers. It’s a place for you and your child to have fun and play! It’s also a chance to get out of the house, relax and enjoy a cup of coffee and a chat with other parents and carers.
Activities at Playtime include toys, craft, singing, Bible stories and morning tea. During Playtime, each child’s parent or carer’s supervision is required at all times.
Days: Fridays during school term
Times: 10:00am – Midday
Location: 7 Broughton St, Kirribilli NSW 2061
Cost: $5 per child (max $10 per family)
Website: Kids playgroups
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