Looking for Wollongong Schools for Autism, where your neuro diverse child can thrive? ASPIRE is a dedicated Illawarra School for students with an intellectual disability and/or Autism Spectrum Disorder Diagnosis (ASD). ASPIRE is Cedars Christian College’s Primary School for Special Purpose and children with Autism. It’s located 10 minutes south of Wollongong and is for […]

Looking for autism-friendly & disability-friendly school holiday programs in Wollongong and the Illawarra? You’re not alone and you’ve come to the right place! Many local families are searching for NDIS school holiday programs, sensory-friendly school holidays Wollongong, and neurodivergent youth activities in Wollongong & Illawarra that genuinely support & nuture their child. Here at Parents […]

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 After School Kids Classes & Activities near me? Parents Guide Illawarra is your guide to Wollongong kids classes, after school programs and fun activities for all ages. The benefits of extracurricular activities for kids are many. Including; improved academic and creative skills, developing personal interests and passions, better strength and co-ordination, increased self-esteem, […]

Discover enclosed playgrounds and gated parks in Wollongong and the Illawarra. Read on for perfect outside play places for toddlers or runners. We’ve got your family needs covered at Parents Guide Illawarra. We’ve all been there. Desperate to get the kids out of the house (and even more so, desperate for a caffeine hit) but […]

Looking for free parenting support services online or parenting support in Shellharbour and the Illawarra? Wondering where to find parenting support near you, or what help is actually available? We get it – because we’ve been there too. Here at Parents Guide Illawarra, we help local parents find what’s on, including family support. We’re local […]

Looking for the best all-inclusive playgrounds in Wollongong and the Illawarra? Welcome! Here at Parents Guide Illawarra, we’re all about the best things to do with kids in Wollongong, Shellharbour and Kiama — and that includes helping every child play. We’ve partnered with the brilliant team at Play Illawarra to bring you this list of inclusive […]

Discover our best swimming pools, Illawarra wide. From heated indoor pools with toddler & kids areas, to our family friendly outdoor pools. Plus rock pools with ocean views that are great for kids. We’ve got your swimming needs covered! Wollongong has some amazing free entry swimming pools too. Grab your swimmers and plan some happy, […]

Welcome to Stuart Park, one of Wollongong’s best playgrounds and parks by the beach. It has incredible play equipment, is accessible for wheelchairs, is great for bikes and offers a lagoon to paddle and swim. Plus Stuart Park has toilets, cafe’s, shady spots and free bbqs. Here’s our comprehensive review of the award-winning / all […]

Looking for the best sheltered places to swim in Wollongong and the Illawarra when it’s windy? We’ve got you covered. No one likes being blasted with sand, kids and adults alike! Here at Parents Guide Illawarra (the local authority on best things to do with kids!), we’ve pulled together the top sheltered beaches and swim […]