Batemans Coast

Batemans Coast Family

Families around Batemans Bay can find practical ways to meet other parents, help young children learn through play, arrange out-of-school-hours care and access health or developmental support. Nearby and online options also give children, teenagers, parents and carers additional pathways when local needs vary.

✨ Early years, play and parent connection

3Bs Playgroup – Sunshine Bay

Families with children under school age can join this free Eurobodalla Council playgroup in Sunshine Bay, near Batemans Bay. Sessions include storytime, music, morning tea and activities designed to build creativity, social skills, physical abilities and readiness for school. The group meets fortnightly on Wednesdays during school terms.

Embracing Babies

Mums, dads and carers of infants can meet other local families through Eurobodalla Council’s school-term groups. Morning tea and simple, age-appropriate play sit alongside information about babies’ behaviour and communication, with opportunities to connect with early-childhood professionals. Council is forming new groups through its registration process.

📅 Care for school-aged children

Eurobodalla Council OOSH Kids

Children aged 5–12 can attend after-school care at Batemans Bay Public School in Surfside on school days until 6 pm. Holiday and pupil-free-day care operates Monday to Friday from 8 am to 6 pm, excluding public holidays. Families need to register for the waitlist before completing enrolment and making bookings.

❤ Health, development and carer support

MyTime Batemans Bay

This Playgroup NSW-coordinated group offers a supportive meeting place for parents and carers of children under 18 who need a higher level of care due to disability, developmental delay, a chronic medical condition or other additional needs. It meets fortnightly on Mondays from 11 am to 1 pm at Muddy Puddles, 1A Melaleuca Crescent, Batemans Bay. Direct enquiries to the MyTime Coordinator.

Batemans Bay Community and Mental Health Service – Child and Family Health Services

NSW Health lists child and family health services at its Pacific Street service in Batemans Bay. These services support families with children from birth to five years. Families can contact the service on 1800 999 880 for information about access.

🌱 Psychology for children, teenagers and families

Beatriz MM Psychology

Dr Beatriz Martin Monzon offers individual therapy for children, teenagers and adults, either face-to-face in Batemans Bay or by video call or phone. The practice supports concerns including anxiety, autism, ADHD and learning difficulties, with approaches that include play and art therapy.

Broulee Psychology

Located in nearby Broulee and serving Batemans Bay and the wider Eurobodalla, this practice works with children, adolescents, adults and couples. Parents may be involved in therapy for children and teenagers, and online appointments are available. Bookings are required.

✅ Before you book or attend

• Confirm the child’s age fits the program and ask whether a parent or carer must remain onsite.
• Check current term dates, group availability and holiday arrangements before travelling.
• Ask about accessibility, sensory requirements or additional support when registering.
• Confirm current fees, funding options, referral requirements and cancellation conditions directly with the provider.
• For therapy, discuss whether face-to-face, online or phone sessions suit the child or young person.

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