Batemans Bay

Batemans Bay Family

Families in and around Batemans Bay can join early-years groups, build water confidence, explore nature and find age-appropriate care and support. Options range from free playgroups and library sessions to regional youth programs and specialist family services.

✨ Play, learn and connect

3Bs Playgroups

Free, educator-led playgroups welcome Eurobodalla families with children aged 0–5. Fortnightly school-term sessions in Batemans Bay and Sunshine Bay combine stories, music, morning tea and play-based activities that support early learning, social skills and school readiness. First-time visitors register online.

Batemans Bay Library

Regular school-term sessions include Baby Rhymetime for babies aged 0–18 months, Toddler Time for ages 1–3 and Children’s Storytime for ages 2–5. A monthly sensory-friendly hour offers reduced lighting and noise. For session details, contact the library on 02 4472 5850 or batemansbay.library@esc.nsw.gov.au.

Embracing Babies

Mums, dads and carers can meet during school terms for informal, age-appropriate activities with their infants. Groups offer parent connection, information about baby behaviour and communication, and visits from early-childhood professionals and local services. New groups are being formed in Batemans Bay, Moruya and Narooma; online registration is required.

🏊 Activities, care and youth opportunities

Bay Pavilions Swim and Survive

Royal Life Saving’s program provides parent-and-child water familiarisation for ages 12 months–3 years, preschool lessons for ages 3–5 and school-age classes for ages 5–14. The aquatic area also has a leisure-pool play space for toddlers and infants. Swim lesson enquiries can be made on 02 4415 1800.

Batemans Bay OOSH Kids

Based at Batemans Bay Public School in Surfside, this Council-operated service provides after-school and school-holiday care for primary-school-aged children, generally ages 5–12. Activities include games, sport, cooking, creative play, art and craft, and excursions. Families join the waitlist before enrolment, orientation and bookings can proceed when a place becomes available.

PCYC Far South Coast

This regional outreach service delivers activities from Batemans Bay to Eden rather than operating from a clubhouse. Its Fit for Life youth program combines physical activity with wellbeing, personal growth and mentoring, with sessions scheduled locally. Contact farsouthcoast@pcycnsw.org.au for current Batemans Bay opportunities.

Eurobodalla Regional Botanic Garden Children’s Discovery Walk

Children under 12 can explore plants and habitats on a free guided walk from 11 am to noon on Sunday 27 September 2026. Parents are welcome and bookings are not required. Bring water and sun protection, and choose comfortable clothing.

❤ Health, wellbeing and family support

Batemans Bay Child and Family Health

Free child and family health nursing is available from birth to five years without a referral. Families can seek help with development checks, feeding, sleeping, settling, behaviour and parent wellbeing, with referrals arranged where needed. Batemans Bay Community Health can be contacted on 02 4471 6207.

headspace Batemans Bay

Young people aged 12–25 and their families can access free, voluntary and confidential help with mental health and wellbeing, physical and sexual health, work and study, and alcohol or other drug concerns. Young people must know about and consent to referrals; parent or carer consent is usually required for those under 14. Phone 1800 718 383 or email info@headspacebatemansbay.org.au.

South Coast Medical Service Aboriginal Corporation Child and Family Services

Culturally safe support is available to Aboriginal children, young people and families across the Far South Coast. Services include early intervention, family preservation, family connect and support, therapeutic care, psychology, social work, mentoring and out-of-home care. The organisation has a Batemans Bay office; Permanency Support intake is available on 1800 215 099 or at psintake@southcoastams.org.au.

📌 Check before you go

• Confirm current dates and school-term schedules directly with the provider.
• Check age ranges, supervision arrangements and whether a parent or carer must participate.
• Ask about accessibility, sensory needs and any adjustments before attending.
• Allow time for registrations, waitlists, referrals or consent requirements.
• Confirm current fees and subsidy arrangements where an activity is not stated to be free.

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