Child and Family Services

Our programs aim to support children, young people and families by offering a range of activities.

These help to strengthen individuals needs and build stronger relationships within families and strengthen their connection to local communities.

Our programs are delivered by highly skilled staff who are committed to helping children, young people and families gain confidence and feel appreciated. Most of our programs are located at the Roundabout Youth Centre located in Sefton.

Children’s and Youth Programs

Playgroup

Mondays 9:30-11:00am at Chester Hill Community Garden (during the school term only)

Aimed at families with children 0-5 years, the playgroup is focused on outdoor play, both free play and organised activities. Focusing on early intervention milestones and school readiness.

Play and Learn

Tuesdays 9:30-11:00am at the Roundabout Youth Centre (runs for 6 weeks in the school term)

Aimed at families with children 0-3 years, this program is focused on building on opportunities for learning with young children. Sharing ideas with parents and carers to encourage literacy and numeracy concepts.

Homework Help (Primary)

Mondays 3:30-5:00pm at the Roundabout Youth Centre (during the school term only)

Helping children from years 2-6, supporting children to complete set homework tasks.

Drop in and Skate

Thursdays 3:30-5:30pm at Roundabout Youth Centre (during the school term only)

A chance for children and young people to be active with a low cost after school activity, learn to skate available some weeks. Free entry, skate hire $5. Weather permitting.

Community Gardening Group

Saturdays for 4 weeks in the School Term, held at Chester Hill Community Garden

Children get a chance to get a hands-on experience with gardening. They learn about planting, composting and their environment. Parents get involved as well. Please contact 9645 3700 to find out when the next program will be running.

Friday Night Skating

Friday 6:00-9:00pm (once a month First Friday each month)

Fun night for the whole family to enjoy the local skating rink. Entry $5 and skate hire $5. Weather permitting.

School Holiday Activities

Various Days every school holiday

Programs include activities such as cooking, gardening, skating and craft. Please contact the Centre for details prior to the school holidays.

Girls Craft Nook

Wednesdays 4:00-6:00pm at the Roundabout Youth Centre

Girls for aged 11-16 years, the craft group offers various activities including making scrunchies, macramé and knitting.

Teen Mental Health First Aid

Dates to be confirmed every term for 3 weeks

Teaches young people practical skills to help themselves, family or friends who are dealing with mental health concerns. Contact the Centre for information about the next upcoming course.

Seasons for Growth

Contact the Centre if you are interested in this program

A program that works with children and young people to overcome change including loss of a loved one, moving or family separation.

For any enquiries please contact 96449436 or 96453700 or email cyfsassistant@chnc.org.au

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Parents programs

Mothers Drop in

Wednesday 9:30-11:30am at the Roundabout Youth Centre

A group for Mothers and Carers to share ideas and frustrations, learn and connect with others.

Parents as Confident Community Members

Every term for 6 weeks

A 6-week parenting program aimed to provide parents with an understanding of different topics including parenting skills, nutrition, child development and budgeting. School holiday activities organised with the whole family. Contact the Centre for information about the next upcoming program.

Parenting programs

Various sessions throughout the School Term

We are able to run various evidence-based parenting programs including 123 Magic, Tuning in Kids and Teens, No Scaredy Cats and Bringing Up Great Kids. Contact the Centre for information about the next upcoming program.

Learn to Sew

Mondays 10:00-12pm at the Girl Guide Hall (159 Waldron Rd Chester Hill)

A 8-week course aiming to teach basic sewing techniques, participants complete an item each week and take it home. Cost is $5 per session for materials.

For any enquiries please contact 9644 9436 or 9645 3700 or email cyfscoordinator@chnc.org.au

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Community Programs

Chester Hill Community Garden

The Chester Hill Community Garden is located at the Corner of Hector St and Waldron Rd Chester Hill. Community members are able to participate in workshops, gardening activities or become a gardener with access to their own individual plot.