Possums Playcentre

19/01/2026

27/11/2025

Head to Taroona Art Explorers for information on a current, local program for kids!

Run by ex-Possums staff Susan and Jo! 🌿🎨✨️

Follow the link to book a session!

https://taroona-art-explorers.square.site

16/10/2025

It is with sadness that we announce the closure of Possums Playcentre. This is due to the reduced enrolment numbers as well as the increased insurance and rental costs - all of which has led to the decision not to relicense. Our final licensed Possums session will be on the 7th November 2025…

But all is not lost!...

For families currently enrolled in Possums, Jo and Susan will be finishing off the year with Art Sessions with the support of Ally and Heather. These sessions will extend up until the 12th December. Subject to demand, there is also a tentative plan to extend these into 2026, and may encompass school holiday programs and art sessions for children aged 4 and up.

For those who have expressed their interest through our QR online form, thank you so much for the time taken in doing so. We will be in touch with you via your email to provide updates and opportunities for the Art Sessions should it continue into next year.

Possums has been a legacy within the Taroona community. Yes, it is the end of an era, but when one door closes, another opens. The very heart of Possums has always come down to the people within it, and the hearts within those people. It has brought joy and connection to us all, and we are absolutely blessed to have been a part of such a loving and wonderful community. And, with the prospect of 2026 Art Sessions and school holiday programs, we also have the opportunity to welcome some Possums alumni back into the space!

Thank you to everyone who has supported Possums over the years.
We shall cherish what we have had, but now look forward to seeing what the future will bring.

06/10/2025

Possums held an event at Channel Court last Saturday. We made some possum masks and chalkboard signs! We'll be there again this Saturday 11th from 11-2pm, located in the empty shop next to Priceline. We even had "Mr Possum" come and help!

Come and say hi!

30/09/2025

Some recent activities we've been doing at Possums: Sensory and messy play is important for early learning and development and is a part of the Early Years Learning Framework (2022).

One of the best things about Possums is that we facilitate activities that you may not want to do at home. The kids had a brilliant time getting messy and engaging in imaginary play! We experimented with cups, cutlery and things we find in nature.

And yes, before you ask... the cleanup for the pasta activity was extensive! 🙈

30/09/2025

Possums Playcentre will be hosting an event this Saturday from 11am-2pm at Channel Court (next to Priceline!). We're making "Chalkboard Room/Cubby signs" and "Possum masks!"

Come and say hi!

WE ARE STILL SEEKING EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST FOR 2026. TO REGISTER, PLEASE CLICK HERE:

23/09/2025

We were lucky enough to chat to the Kingborough Chronicle about Possums! Please feel free to have a read, and if you know of any future little Possums, jump onto our page for the Expressions of Interest form for 2026. Alternatively, if there are other ways in which you might be able to help us stay open next year, please do not hesitate to get in touch!

Possums Playcentre, which has been a staple in the Taroona community for nearly 40 years, may have to close doors

22/09/2025

16/09/2025

Possums has a stall at Kingston's Channel Court over the October school holidays! Come in and do some chalkboard signs with us and/or a possum mask with a Spring twist!

Before you know it, there will be little Possums everywhere!!
11am-2pm on the 4th and 11th of October. See you there! 🌷🪻🌹🌺🌼

16/09/2025

We are still open to enrolment expressions of interest for next year! If you, or anyone you know, has a 3-5year old, interested in nature-based play and learning... please check us out and let us know via the link! We are currently running the program on Fridays during school term from 9-1pm. Feel free to come by with your little one to see what it's all about and meet our staff.

*Program is currently planned until November 7th 2025. Pop in before then to say hi!

08/09/2025

Possums Playcentre is a nature-based, community-run playgroup for children aged between 3-5 years. We are nestled in the heart of the Taroona community and run our services during school terms from the community hall. Our Centre is a non-profit organisation, run by a parent committee, and licensed by the Education Department's Education & Care Unit.

Possums Playcentre has been a beloved part of the Taroona community for decades. We incorporate the natural environment into sessions through the exploration of our community garden, local beaches and bushland. Other activities explored with the children include cooking, creative arts and stories. All sessions are run with the philosophy of free play and fostering confidence by qualified early learning educators and support aides.

To avoid Possums having to close its doors permanently at the end of 2025, we are open to expressions of interest for families in the hope that we can reopen in 2026. Please fill out the form below if you are interested in helping us continue!

Form link in comments

23/01/2025

**Update: we are looking at the feasibility of offering Mondays. If this is of interest please let us know.

Welcome to 2025 Possums families! We are excited to confirm that for Term 1 we will be offering Wednesdays and Fridays. We have a pretty full list for Fridays but there are still spots available for Wednesdays.
We have today sent an email to all families with details of the 2025 Orientation and other important info. If you didn’t get it, or would like more info, send us a message via messenger or pop a comment below