Balga Salvo Early Years Services

🎨 Messy play is worth it 🎨

The mess can be cleaned.

The learning is what lasts.

Messy play supports sensory development, creativity, confidence, fine motor skills and problem-solving — all through hands-on exploration.

So yes… the paint, the water, the sand and the goo can be a lot 😅

But the learning happening in those moments is incredible.

✨ What makes playgroup so special? ✨

It’s not just the activities.

It’s not just the toys.

It’s not just the craft.

It’s the friendships formed.

The confidence built.
The conversations shared.

The village created.

Playgroup is a place where children can explore, learn and grow — and where parents can feel supported, seen and connected too.

That’s the magic of community. 🌈

🌿 A little reminder for parents… 🌿

You do not need to fill every moment of your child’s day to support their development.

Simple moments matter most — reading together, singing songs, digging in the garden, chatting over lunch, splashing in puddles, or sitting beside them while they play.

Connection is powerful.

Presence is enough.

And those small everyday moments are where the magic really happens.

💛 Did you know? 💛

Play is so much more than just fun — it’s how children learn best.

Through play, children build confidence, communication skills, creativity, problem-solving abilities and emotional regulation… all while having fun! 🌈

At Balga Child & Family Centre, every playgroup session is designed to support learning through play in a warm, welcoming and connected environment.

Because when children play, they learn. And when families connect, communities grow. 🌿

There’s something really special about sharing a meal around the table 💛

Join us for Meal & Message Church each Thursday from 5:15pm–6:30pm for a free meal, warm conversation, and a welcoming space to connect.

Whether you come for the food, the company, or a moment to pause in your week — you’re invited.

Open to all.
No cost, just community.

📍 Every Thursday
🕠 5:15pm–6:30pm
🍽 Free meal
🤍 Good company
✨ Open to all

🎶 Sing & Grow starts tomorrow! 🎶

Join us for a fun and interactive Sing & Grow session filled with music, movement, and connection for you and your little one. This beautiful program supports children’s development while giving families the chance to bond, play and meet others in a relaxed environment.

🗓 Starts tomorrow
🕜 1:30pm – 2:30pm
📍 Balga Child & Family Centre
💛 Free session
📲 Book via the link in the About section on our page

Come along for singing, instruments, movement and lots of smiles — we’d love to see you there!

⏰🌈 Last Chance – Sensory Playgroups Start Tomorrow! 🌈⏰

The wait is over — our Term 2 Sensory Playgroups at Balga Child & Family Centre start tomorrow!

If you’ve been thinking about joining, now is the time to book your spot before sessions fill.

Our sensory playgroups are a fun and welcoming space where little ones can explore, create, discover and learn through play, while parents connect with other local families.

📅 Tuesdays & Fridays
⏰ Session 1: 9:30–11:00am
⏰ Session 2: 11:30am–1:00pm
💛 Just $10 per term
📢 Bookings essential

Each week children enjoy a variety of hands-on sensory activities designed to encourage curiosity, creativity and early learning.
✨ Sensory play
✨ Creative exploration
✨ Social play
✨ Community connection

📲 Secure your place via the link under the “About” tab on our page.
Spots are limited and we’d love to see you there!

💛 A big thank you to the wonderful students from St Stevens School! 💛

We are so grateful to the amazing students who came along to help clean, organise and set up our beautiful new cubby space. With their creativity and teamwork, they transformed it into a gorgeous Salon, ready for our playgroup families to enjoy! 💇‍♀️✨

This special space will spark imaginative play, role-playing, conversations and lots of fun for our children. We love seeing our community come together to create something meaningful for local families

Thank you again for your hard work, enthusiasm and kindness — we know our families have enjoyed the new Salon! 🌟

🎶 Only 1.5 Weeks to Go! Sing and Grow Music Program is Almost Here! 🎶

We’re counting down the days until Sing and Grow returns for Term 4! With just 1.5 weeks to go, now’s the perfect time to secure your spot for 8 weeks of music, fun, and connection, starting Thursday, April 23rd, from 1:30pm-2:30pm. Led by our wonderful instructor, Emilia, this program is designed to support your child’s development while creating beautiful memories through music.

🎵 Strengthen parent-child bonds
🎵 Boost confidence and communication skills
🎵 Enjoy playful, interactive musical activities

Don’t miss out—spaces are limited, and registrations are essential!
📍 Location: Balga Child and Family Centre, 17 Lavant Way, Balga
👉 Book via the link in our bio!

We can’t wait to see you there! 💛

🎨 Term 2 Sensory Playgroups Starting Soon! 🎨

The countdown to Term 2 Sensory Playgroups is on and we can’t wait to welcome families back for more fun, exploration and play.

Our sensory sessions are a wonderful way for children to explore, create and learn through hands-on play while parents connect with other families in the community.

📅 Tuesdays & Fridays
⏰ 9:30–11:00am
⏰ 11:30am–1:00pm
💛 Cost: $10 per term
📢 Bookings essential

Expect a mix of:
🌈 sensory trays
🎨 creative play
🧸 hands-on exploration
👶 opportunities for children to learn and grow through play
📲 Secure your place via the link under the “About” tab on our page.
Spots are limited and these sessions are always popular.