Under 5's

Roxby Downs has a very large population of children between 0 to 5 years old and there are many regular activities available to cater to their needs.

Below this calendar is an explanation of the regular events available for Under 5's.

Under 6's Emotional Intelligence Book Club

Toddler Storytime

children cartoon picture

Toddler Storytime runs on Tuesdays and Fridays (repeat session) at 9:30am and includes a combination of singing, dancing, craft time and storytelling.

Research confirms reading to children just 10 minutes each day strengthens literacy, models positive reading behaviour, and builds children’s self-esteem about reading.

Toddler Storytime is a partnership between the Roxby Downs Health Service and the Library.

Bookings are not required.

Coffee Mornings

Join us in the Dunes Play Café every Thursday morning, 9:30-11:00 am.

Come and have a chat, a coffee, and meet other families. Community Health staff will be available to answer any questions, and Strengthening our Families volunteers are there to offer an extra set of hands while Mum or Dad enjoys a coffee.

All are welcome!

Sarah Curtis, Coordinator - Strengthening our Families Program
Mobile: 0422 000 210 or via Roxby Downs Health Service: 8671 9020
Email: Sarah.Curtis2@sa.gov.au

Creche

Is a service that caters for children aged 6 months to 5 years. We offer 1 hour child care per child on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday.

Session times are either 9am - 10am, 10am - 11am or 11am to 12pm. (Please note that we are closed on Public Holidays).

Please be aware that your child can only attend during the times you have booked. If you arrive late you are still required to collect your child at the end of the scheduled session.

Parents must remain in the centre throughout your child's booking.

Cost

We encourage a gold coin donation per child for this service. You can book your spot by calling the Roxbylink Kiosk on 8671 0500 one week in advance.

Nippy Gym

Nippy Gym creates a play environment where children aged 0 to 5 years can develop socially, emotionally, cognitively and physically in a safe, structured/unstructured and multisensory environment.

Set up are a range of toys and activities to keep your child interested while learning to share with other children. There is also a mini exercise circuit available for children aged 4 to 5 years.

By being actively involved, the adult provides encouragement and positive support for the child through their play. Parents/guardians are responsible for the supervision and safety of their own children and must remain with them at all times. Nippy gym runs Thursday mornings (excluding school holidays) in Stadium 2 - 9.15am - 11am.