Parenting Programs in the Blue Mountains & Surrounds

Tuning in to Teens is a FREE 6-week parenting program organised by Gateway Family Services for parents and carers of teenage children aged 10 – 18. Learn how to help children understand and regulate their emotions in healthy ways. 

When: Tuesdays 19 May – 23 June
Where: Online via Zoom
Time: 7.00 – 8.30pm
Registration: Online here 
Questions: Contact admin@gatewayfamilyservices.org.au / 4720 6500

Circle of Security is a FREE 7-week program that helps parents and carers to form secure relationships and stronger bonds with their children (0 – 12 years). Organised by Gateway Family Services. 

When: Wednesdays 13 May – 24 June
Where: CALM Uniting Church, 72 Old Bathurst Road, Blaxland
Time: 10.00 – 11.30am
Registration: Online here 
Questions: Contact admin@gatewayfamilyservices.org.au / 4720 6500

Fear-Less Triple P is a FREE 6-week parenting program organised by Gateway Family Services for parents and carers of children aged 6 – 14 years who have anxiety. 

When: Tuesdays 26 May – 30 June
Where: Bunya Childcare Centre, 54 Whitecross Road, Winmalee
Time: 7.00 – 8.30pm
Registration: Online here 
Questions: Contact admin@gatewayfamilyservices.org.au / 4720 6500

Black Box is a FREE 4-week parenting program facilitated by Thrive Services. It is an innovative program focused on how a parent’s own experiences can impact the way we parent and interpret our children’s behaviours. 

When: Wednesdays 6 May – 27 May
Where: Online via Microsoft TEAMS
Time: 11am – 12.30pm
Registration: Online here
Questions: Contact Thrive Services on 02 4782 1555

Anxiety Coach is a FREE 4-Week parenting program facilitated by Thrive Services. It’s designed to support parents to manage their child’s anxious behaviours and support resilience. 

When: Wednesdays 11 Feb – 4 Mar
Where: Online via Microsoft TEAMS
Time: 3.30 – 4.30pm
Registration: Online here
Questions: Contact Thrive Services on 02 4782 1555

Bush Playgroup is a FREE 4-week interactive playgroup facilitated by Gateway Family Services. Open to children 3 – 5 years, the unique outdoor setting provides opportunities to explore nature, socialise, and develop skills. 

When: Fridays 29 May – 19 June
Where: Lapstone Public School, 1/3 Achievement Avenue, Lapstone
Time: 9.30 – 11.30am
Registration: Online here
Questions: Contact admin@gatewayfamilyservices.org.au / 4720 6500

These programs are available online and/or at various locations throughout the year. Check the website for available dates.