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Thinking about homeschooling your kids in the beautiful Illawarra region? You’re not alone – and you’re definitely not stuck doing it solo at the kitchen table! Whether you’re just curious about homeschooling or already knee-deep in lesson plans, we’ve pulled together all the essentials to help you get started, stay inspired, and (most importantly) have […]
Dance Classes are awesome for kids! Learning to dance has so many physical, mental, social, and emotional benefits, especially in children. We have amazing dance classes for your toddler, child, or teen in Wollongong (plus adult dance classes). We’ve found award-winning dance schools with the most passionate and dedicated owners and teachers! From classical ballet […]
Find the best Kids Eat Free dining deals in Wollongong & Illawarra restaurants, venues and clubs. Here at Parents Guide Illawarra, we’ve researched WHERE KIDS EAT FREE AND ON WHAT DAYS! So join us in outsourcing dinner plans and avoiding the clean-up. You may also enjoy; Best Wollongong & Shellharbour Family Friendly Dining Venues. Plus […]
Discover Illawarra’s best things to do with kids this weekend & month. Parents Guide Illawarra is the ultimate guide to kids and family fun. You can choose from family-friendly events, outdoor attractions, playgrounds, educational experiences, playcentres and school holiday activities. Read where to eat with kids, walk with kids, and swim with kids, Written by […]
The BEST free things to do with kids near me and Illawarra wide. Discover budget family friendly fun in Wollongong, Shellharbour and Kiama. We can’t wait to show you our best kids friendly activities, attractions and places to explore. Written by local parents, Parents Guide Illawarra is your guide to free and low cost ways […]
Looking for holiday parks, caravan parks or cabins with availability over Christmas, New Year or January 2026 on the South Coast NSW? Parents Guide Illawarra has discovered these amazing Holiday Haven parks with accommodation still available for summer school holidays. Rare as hen’s teeth, these will get snapped up. So hurry, nab your beach cabin […]
Planning a memorable and fun-filled birthday party for your child can be a daunting task. Thankfully, the team at Parents Guide Illawarra have got you covered! This ultimate guide to kids party planning short cuts you to the best Wollongong venues, entertainment and packages for kids’ birthdays. We have researched The Illawarra’s Kids Birthday Venue […]
We are darn lucky to call the Illawarra home! With the beach on one side, escarpment (and its lookouts, bushwalks, flora and fauna) on the other and a plethora of great places to explore, kids in the Illawarra have the kind of childhood that’s not always possible in the big city. Here are 15 of […]
Parents Guide Illawarra is keen to raise awareness about Autism, ASD, ADHD and Neurodivergent support and expertise in the Wollongong. Whether you need to know what behavioural differences in children you should be concerned about – or how to get an Autism or ADHD Assessment and diagnosis in Wollongong, we have you covered. Plus ASD […]
Looking for dog-friendly holiday parks, pet-friendly camping grounds or caravan parks on the South Coast of NSW? At Parents Guide Illawarra, we know local families – and that includes the four-legged kind! As your trusted local expert on family-friendly things to do across the region, we’ve sniffed out the very best places where pets are welcome too. […]