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Bankstown Council supports children's services via annual funding grants for the Bankstown Children's Services Forum (BCSF), the Bankstown Early Childhood Intervention Committee (BECIC), and the Bankstown Child Protection Interest Group (BCPIG). Although Bankstown Council is not a direct childcare services provider, Council supports the local childcare sector through co-convening the Authorised Supervisors LinkUp. These committees are involved in a number of events throughout the year focusing on the welfare of children, including The Children's Week Dance Party, and Child Protection Week. If you would like any further information or would like to attend any of these networks and events please contact Council's Community Development Team on ph: 9707 9637.
We also run holiday programs for children through our library services. Visit our library pages for general library information.
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Playgroups in Bankstown
There are many playgroups across Bankstown for children to enjoy. Playgroups are a great way for children 0-5 years to make friends, enjoy a range of activities and help them develop socially, emotionally, physically and intellectually. Playgroups are also great for parents and carers, offering lots of support and social contact. Playgroups are a good opportunity for parents to:
· make new friends
· reduce isolation
· share concerns, ideas and experiences
· learn from other parents.
Playgroups may also be known as Play 'n Learn, or Paint 'n Play. Some play groups are informal where parents and carers share a cup of coffee and chat about their experiences while children play. Other play groups have strucutured activities and may involve a facilitator, these are often called Supported Playgroups.
Have a look at the Playgroup Listing for Bankstown and search by suburb to see which playgroup is closest to you.
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