Child & Parent Support Centre
At our South Hedland Child and Parent Centre, families with children ages 0 to 8 (including expectant parents) can access practical support to help their children learn, grow and flourish.
Visit us in South Hedland
Located at South Hedland Primary School; our centre is easy to access and open five days a week.
- Address: South Hedland Primary School, 1 Weaver Place, South Hedland WA 6722
- Hours: Monday to Friday 8:00am to 4:00pm
- Contact: 08 9172 4956
Services and Programs
Our centre offers a range of support tailored to what families need at different stages of their child's development.
Community Hub
The CPC brings local services together in one convenient location, creating a central hub where families can access support with ease.
- Our programs are tailored to meet the needs of our community
- If you have an unmet need, reach out and we'll see how we can help
Child Health Services
Access to health professionals who can support your child’s physical development and wellbeing.
- Access to health professionals who can support your child’s physical development and wellbeing
- Weekly Child Development Service Drop-In Clinics - professional advice and referrals with speech pathologists, physiotherapists, occupational therapists and dietetics in attendance weekly
- Regular ear health screenings and delivered by the Earbus Foundation of WA for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and other vulnerable children at high risk of otitis media
Parenting Support
Practical guidance, resources and connection with other parents navigating similar experiences.
- A Weekly practical parenting workshops run by health practitioners, providing support with feeding, sleep, development, and early parenting
- The Positive Parenting Program (Triple P) is an evidence-based program that offers practical strategies to build positive relationships, support child development, and manage behaviour with confidence
Early Learning Activities
Play-based programs that support cognitive, social, emotional and physical development.
- Play-based programs that support cognitive, social, emotional and physical development
- Play at the Park Playgroup, offered three times a week during school terms from 9:30am to 11:30am on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday for children 0-5 years of age
- Two-hour long school holiday program delivered Monday to Friday, featuring fun activities and a healthy morning tea for children aged 0-12 years of age
Community Hub
The CPC brings local services together in one convenient location, creating a central hub where families can access support with ease.
- Our programs are tailored to meet the needs of our community
- If you have an unmet need, reach out and we'll see how we can help
Child Health Services
Access to health professionals who can support your child’s physical development and wellbeing.
- Access to health professionals who can support your child’s physical development and wellbeing
- Weekly Child Development Service Drop-In Clinics - professional advice and referrals with speech pathologists, physiotherapists, occupational therapists and dietetics in attendance weekly
- Regular ear health screenings and delivered by the Earbus Foundation of WA for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and other vulnerable children at high risk of otitis media
Parenting Support
Practical guidance, resources and connection with other parents navigating similar experiences.
- A Weekly practical parenting workshops run by health practitioners, providing support with feeding, sleep, development, and early parenting
- The Positive Parenting Program (Triple P) is an evidence-based program that offers practical strategies to build positive relationships, support child development, and manage behaviour with confidence
Early Learning Activities
Play-based programs that support cognitive, social, emotional and physical development.
- Play-based programs that support cognitive, social, emotional and physical development
- Play at the Park Playgroup, offered three times a week during school terms from 9:30am to 11:30am on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday for children 0-5 years of age
- Two-hour long school holiday program delivered Monday to Friday, featuring fun activities and a healthy morning tea for children aged 0-12 years of age
Frequently Asked Questions about the South Hedland Child & Parent Centre
Yes, all services at the Child and Parent Centre are free for families to access.
The centre is designed to serve the South Hedland community and surrounding areas. If you’re unsure whether you’re in the catchment area, give us a call on (08) 9172 4956.
This depends on which service or program you’re accessing. Some activities are drop-in, while others require booking. Contact the centre on (08) 9172 4956 to find out what’s available and how to participate.
We support families with children from birth to 8 years old. We also welcome expectant parents who want to connect with services and other families before their baby arrives.
Child and Parent Centres offer a wider range of services beyond playgroups. While we do run early learning activities, we also provide child health services, parenting support, school readiness programs and connections to other community resources. It’s a one-stop hub for family support.
You don’t need a referral to access the centre. Families can contact us directly or drop in during opening hours (Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm). Our team will help you access the services that best support your family’s needs.
That’s exactly what we’re here for! Our team can help you navigate early parenthood, connect you with health services, introduce you to other parents and provide guidance on child development. Just give us a call or drop by and we’ll help you get started.
Ready to Connect?
For more information about the South Hedland Child Parent Centre, contact us.