A Keeper interacts with four young guests in the bark-laden Adventure playground.

Sanctuary Playgroup

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Duration:

8 week program

90 minute sessions

Event start time:

10.15am

Location:

Meeting point is Admissions

Cost:

$250 Child 2- 5 years

$225 Additional sibling (10% discount)

Additional sibling <2 years not included in capacity

Bookings available for Zoo members only.

Age groups:

Children aged 2 years to 5 years with their adult guardian.

How to Book:

Click the Book Now button above, you only need to book the first session — your confirmation email will list all the weekly dates for the full term.

Healesville Sanctuary is excited to introduce an eight week playgroup designed for our youngest members and their adult carers.

Sanctuary Playgroup offers a nature-inspired experience through engaging, play-based activities tailored to support children's development and connection with their natural world. These activities may include sensory play, storytelling, song and nature crafts, all centred around a weekly theme.

Designed by Early Childhood Specialists and aligned with the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework (VEYLDF), this program aims to foster a positive connection with nature and instil conservation values as your child explores the Sanctuary’s outdoor environments.

By booking into your first date and time slot, you are confirming that you will attend the same time each week for the duration of the term.

Healesville Sanctuary Playgroup FAQ

Mum and kids enjoying Creek Play, summer, landscape, Badger Creek, toddler, young boy and girl, adult

Term 1 2026 dates:

Wednesday 4 February 2026
Wednesday 11 February 2026
Wednesday 18 February 2026
Wednesday 25 February 2026
Wednesday 4 March 2026
Wednesday 11 March 2026
Wednesday 18 March 2026
Wednesday 25 March 2026