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Activities for children
Waverley has lots of wonderful things to do for children in the area. Below we have put together some helpful resources for you and your children to enjoy; from Playgroups in the area and holiday programs to activities at our Chidlren’s Library.
Joining a Playgroup benefits children from 0-5 years of age as well as their parents/carers. There are several playgroups available in the local area that are either community-run or private. Most playgroups are held once a week. We have put together a list of local playgroups and other services in the area below. To find a local playgroup visit Playgroups NSW website
Bondi Beach Playgroups operate from three venues in Waverley:
- Wairoa Community Centre: Corner of Wairoa Avenue & Brighton Boulevarde, North Bondi 2026
- Francis Street: Thomas Hogan Reserve, Francis St, Bondi 2026
- Vaucluse: Kimberley Reserve Military Road, Vaucluse 2030
Ages: 0-5 years
Session fee: $4 per family
Please check Facebook for each weeks' sessions at each venue:
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BondiBeachPlaygroups/
- Website: http://www.bondibeachplaygroups.org.au
- Email: bondibeachplaygroups@gmail.com
Bondi Beach Playgroups are part of Playgroup NSW with generous support by Waverley Council.
The Cottage, Rose Bay Golf Club, O’Sullivan Road, Rose Bay 2029
Phone: 9391 7170
Speaking groups 10.00am -12.00noon
English: Tuesday & Wednesday
Hebrew: Thursday
Japanese: Friday
Level 2, Church in the Marketplace 400 Oxford St Mall, Bondi Junction
Phone: 9387 2300
Website: www.cmponline.net
Email: reception@cmponline.net
Facebook: www.facebook.com/CMPplaygroup/
Aged 0-5 years.
Prices: $6 – 1 child, $8 – 2 children, $12 – 3 or more children, $50 – 10 session pass.
Time: Tuesdays and Wednesdays 9.30am – 11.30am during school terms.
Yeshiva Centre
36 Flood Street, Bondi NSW 2026
Phone: 0409 555 999
Email: shainadfeldman@gmail.com
Holiday Programs
Each school holidays Council holds exciting and fun activities for children of all ages including a tailored tweens and teens program.
Full details will be available a few weeks before the holidays. Please note that bookings are required and each venue has their own Terms and Conditions. Visit the school holidays page to view our wonderful workshops at the Waverley Library, Waverley-Woollahra Arts School, Margaret Whitlam Recreation Centre, Bondi Pavilion and more.
The latest School Holiday Program can be found here.
Child & Family Services Directory
We have put together a Services Directory that describes the range of services available in the Waverley area for children aged 0 to 5 and their families. In some cases, services located at various metropolitan locations have also been included where it is felt they meet a particular need not catered for in the local area.
Children's Library
Waverley library has a children's library aimed towards children aged between 0 - 12 years.
We endeavour to provide quality children's resources, engaging events and vibrant spaces. The children's library has a great range of activities including weekly story time sessions, chess coaching, Spanish classes, school holiday programs and lots more.
The Library's supports and runs a range of regular events throughout the year. Visit the Waverley Library calendar of events for a list of activities and events coming up.