Best Playgroups In Hong Kong For Babies And Toddlers In 2024

Playgroups are special for parents and toddlers! Here’s where you meet new mum friends and help your little ones learn to socialise through play. There are many options across Hong Kong, from ESF playgroups to the Victoria Playpark playgroup, Baumhaus and many more.

It’s playgroup time! If your kids are not old enough for preschool yet and you feel like you’re going stir-crazy, why not get out and spend some time with other parents while also allowing your toddlers to play and socialise or explore and learn? From casual coffee gatherings to more formal centres with big play areas and learning activities as well as preschools with playgroup programmes for younger children, these are some of the best playgroups in Hong Kong.

My Gym WCH – Award-winning playgroup in Wong Chuk Hang

Founded in California in 1983, the My Gym strategy has been winning awards (and hearts!) all over the world as a top-tier children’s programme, born out of passion to teach little ones in a fun, stimulating and physically engaging environment. The energetic and nurturing teaching team combine sports, dance, early childhood development, kinesiology and gymnastics to help children of all abilities build confidence through meaningful play. Their fine motor skills will be further developed, along with their coordination and muscles. This is all achieved through exciting and motivational elements such as puppet shows, dance and songs, gymnastic stations and more!

My Gym ages: 6 months to 6 years
Playgroup Opening Times: Monday to Saturday, 9:15am to 5:30pm (depending on level)
How Much: $480 for a drop-in class, packages available starting at $288/class

Sassy Mama Tip: New students can pop in for a trial class for $380!

My Gym WCH, 6/F, Marina 8, 8 Heung Yip Road, Wong Chuk Hang, Hong Kong, Whatsapp: 9279 8968, www.facebook.com/MyGymHK, mygymhk.com

Trybe – Playgroup that will get your toddlers moving and learning

Trybe‘s playgroup is fun and exciting for toddlers and their accompanying caregivers! These playgroup sessions in gymnastics, agility and circus cater to beginners, intermediates and advanced learners. There’s an open-ended curriculum with ninja obstacles, gymnastic skills and circus challenges on a sprung floor and ninja rig.. These play and movement activities foster creativity and problem-solving in children. With 3,000 square feet of specialised equipment and small class sizes to ensure personalised attention by a team of passionate instructors, Trybe’s playgroups promise to promote developmental milestones and help create lasting memories.

Sassy Mama Tip: Want to try these playgroups for your little one? Drop in for a trial (subject to availability) for $350.

Trybe Playgroup ages: 6 months to 3 years
Playgroup Opening Times: Tuesdays –10:15am, Wednesdays – 3pm, Saturdays – 4:15pm, Sundays – 9:45am
How much: $300 x weeks per term

Trybe, G/F, Nam Hung Mansion, 5H Belchers Street, Kennedy Town, Hong Kong, 5400 7710, www.trybehk.com

Baumhaus – Hong Kong’s best Kindermusik programme

Home to Hong Kong’s number one Kindermusik programme, Baumhaus offers a playgroup with a difference! This is a family centre offering classes for infants and toddlers along with unlimited access to its playroom and café during their term. It combines progressive early childhood knowledge with strong pedagogical roots in music. The Baumhaus teachers know how to introduce musical competence to babies and toddlers in the most engaging way. You can enrol your child at its main centre in Wan Chai, its satellite venues or even book private home classes.

Baumhaus Kindermusik ages: 0 to 4 years
Playgroup Opening Times: 9am to 6pm
How Much: $350 per trial class, $4,550 per term

Baumhaus, 1/F, Kar Yau Building, 36-44 Queen’s Road East, Wan Chai, Hong Kong, 2321 5898,www.baumhaus.com.hk

Casita – Playgroup that allows children to learn through music, exploration and play

Casita is a one-of-a-kind family playgroup in Sheung Wan that nurtures children and their families through open-ended play, holistic playgroup classes and community partnerships. The playgroup programme is thoughtfully designed to allow children to flourish through music and movement, sensory play and early foundational skills. The aims is to foster creativity, confidence, independence and school-readiness skills from an early age. It has regular full-term enrollment, plus special class packs to allow for flexibility for many different family situations, from parents who want to share their Casita classes across their children and friends to those who want their child to have multiple classes in a week. What’s more? The fun at Casita needn’t stop at the playgroup age. For children from 3 to 6 years, Casita now offers fun and developmentally-appropriate Enrichment Classes in Mandarin, Music, Phonics and Maths.

Casita Playgroup Ages:Tumblers (6 months to 1 year), Wanderers (1 to 2 years), Explorers (2 to 3 years), Adventurers (3 to 5 years)
Playgroup Opening Times: Monday to Saturday, 9am to 5.30pm
How Much: A 20-class pack costs $5,700 and allows you to share class credits between siblings or up to two friends. It’s valid for three months and you can register for multiple classes on a weekly basis.

Use code SASSYMAMA to enjoy 10% off when you register for a class. Valid until Tuesday, 30 September 2025.

Casita, 2/F, Workington Tower, 78 Bonham Strand, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong, 6291 0128, www.casita.com.hk

Guidepost Montessori Together – Accompanied playgroup for children up to 18 months

In keeping with the Montessori principles, the playgroups at Guidepost Montessori too are thoughtfully designed to encourage independent learning. When your little one joins the Montessori Together playgroup, you get more than a playgroup; you join a community of like-minded families. The classroom environment is prepared as such that your children feel safe to explore, build strength and express themselves. These accompanied playgroups have activities where caregivers join in, along with those where toddlers learn to solve problems on their own and make choices. Guidepost Montessori Together playgroups are conducted at Guidepost Montessori campuses in Causeway Bay, Chai Wan, Clearwater Bay, Happy Valley, Kennedy Town, Mid-Levels, Pok Fu Lam, Repulse Bay and Sai Kung, so you can take your pick of location. While your child learns, plays and grows, your family connect with others in the area, gathering for free monthly get-togethers on the Guidepost playgroup campuses.

Guidepost Montessori Together Playgroup Ages: Up to 18 months
Playgroup Opening Times: Varies by location
How much: Crawlers (up to 12 months): $350/class, Walkers (up to 18 months): From $400/class

Sassy Mama Tip: Want to see if this is the best first playgroup for your little one? Book a trial today!

Guidepost Montessori, various locations across Hong Kong, 9126 6211, www.guidepost.hk

Victoria Playpark (VPP) – Early years playgroup in Wan Chai and TST

Victoria Playpark (VPP) has a purpose-built, play-based curriculum for kids from 8 months that teaches children to become curious, confident and well-balanced learners. It offers trilingual playgroup programmes led by native speaking teachers in English, Mandarin and Cantonese.

Victoria Playpark Playgroup ages: 8 to 36 months
Playgroup Opening Times: Vary by location, check out the full schedule here.
How Much: From $623/lesson

Victoria Playpark (Wan Chai), Room 305-8, 3/F, Harcourt House, 39 Gloucester Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong, 2117 4218

Victoria Playpark (Tsim Sha Tsui), B230 and B232, B2, K11 MUSEA, Victoria Dockside, 18 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 2130 3918, www.victoriaplaypark.com

ESF Explore – EYFS playgroup in Wu Kai Sha, Tung Chung, Tsing Yi and more

ESF Explore follows the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework for its playgroup classes for kids under 3 years old. The curriculum is split into three levels, each tailored to the needs of your child’s age with English as the medium of instruction. You can join in any time – if your toddler is late for a term entry, the fees will be pro-rated! Playgroups are offered at various ESF schools across Hong Kong so pick the location best suited to you.

ESF Playgroup ages: 6 to 36 months
Playgroup Opening Times: 9am to 6pm, 1.5-hour classes for different levels available at various times and days through the week
How Much: Prices vary, starting around $3,051/term

ESF Explore Playgroups, Various2/F Prime Mansion, 183-187 Johnston Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong, 2838 2276, www.esfexplore.org.hk

Acorn Playgroup – A playgroup by Mighty Oaks

Housed inside the Mighty Oaks kindergartens in Wong Chuk Hang and Kennedy Town, the Acorn Playgroups give children the freedom to explore and discover the world around them in a safe and comfortable place. They have access to a wide range of hands-on learning materials, including puzzles, blocks, and sensory toys, as well as music and movement activities. Playgroup activities are tailor-made for each age group from the littlest to the ones ready to graduate to kindergarten at Mighty Oaks. Acorn also offers bilingual playgroups at CDNIS.

Acorn Playgroup ages: 6 to 30 months
Playgroup Opening Times: Tuesday to Saturday, timings vary across location and by age group
How much: $475 to $550/class, packages available

Acorn Playgroup, 1/F, Lungga Mansion, 46A Belcher’s Street, Kennedy Town, Hong Kong

Acorn Playgroup, 2/F-3/F, 4 Yip Fat Street, Wong Chuk Hang, Hong Kong, www.mightyoaks.edu.hk

St John’s Cathedral – Volunteer-run well-known playgroup in within the Hong Kong community

This long-standing weekly playgroup in Hong Kong runs every Thursday and most of the Sassy Mamas on the team have tried and loved it! The playgroup was set up to bring parents and families together and allow infants and toddlers to play, socialise and interact (at a very reasonable cost!).

St John’s Cathedral Playgroup ages: 0 to 2 years
Playgroup Opening Times: Thursdays, 2:30pm to 4:30pm
How Much: $20 for entry

St John’s Cathedral Playgroup, Fanny Li Hall, St John’s Cathedral, 4-8 Garden Road, Central, Hong Kong, 2855 7074, www.stjohnscathedral.org.hk

Pebbles Playgroup – Baby and toddler playgroup in Kowloon

At the Pebbles Playgroup, you’ll find the Teeny Tots programme for infants, the Pitter Patter programme specifically for kids aged 15 to 22 months and the Preppies for kids getting ready for preschool. This all-encompassing play class hopes to stimulate all areas of a child’s development.

Pebbles Playgroup ages: 12 to 33 months
Playgroup Opening Times: 8:50am to 5pm (times vary), Tuesday to Saturday
How Much: $500 per class, packages available

Pebbles Playgroup, Shop 1A, G/F Commercial Block, Harbour Place, 8 Oi King Street Hung Hom, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 2769 1308, www.pebbles-hk.com

St Stephen’s Chapel – Stanley playgroup for Southside children and parents

Supporting families and kids under three, this playgroup offers great indoor and outdoor play areas for kids, as well as snack and song time. The playgroup offers an enriched environment for the kids and a great time for parents to socialise.

St Stephen’s Chapel Playgroup ages: 0 to 3 years
Playgroup Opening Times: Mondays and Thursdays, 9:15am to 11:15am
How Much: $65 for entry

St Stephen’s Chapel, 22 Tung Tau Wan Road, Stanley, Hong Kong, 2813 1047, www.ststephen.org.hk

Kangaroo Babycare – Playgroup in Sha Tin

If you’re looking to expose your young one to Cantonese, Kangaroo Babycare has a variety of playgroup options. From Little Koala to Little Explorers, Kangamusic (created by former Kindermusik teachers) and Storyland, there is something for toddlers of all ages.

Kangaroo Babycare Playgroup ages: 8 to 36 months
Playgroup Opening Times: Monday to Sunday, 9am to 6pm
How Much: Prices vary by programme

Kangaroo Babycare, Room E, 10/F, Phase I, Kings Wing Plaza, 3 On Kwan Street, Shek Mun, Sha Tin, New Territories, Hong Kong, 5406 2640, www.kangaroobabycare.com

Malvern Playgroup – Accompanied Reggio Emilia-inspired playgroup in Sai Ying Pun and West Kowloon

Malvern College offers adult-accompanied playgroup sessions in the premises of Malvern College Pre-School (at both campuses – Island West and Coronation Circle). The Malvern Playgroup is inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach which believes that the “environment is the third teacher”.

Malvern Playgroup ages: 6 to 24 months
Playgroup Opening Times: Various times during the week, with one to three sessions (1.5 hours each)/week according to the age group
How Much: Starting at $2,300/month

Malvern Playgroup, G09-12 Coronation Circle, 1 Yau Cheung Road, West Kowloon, Hong Kong

Malvern Playgroup, G/F and 1/F Viking Court, 165-166 Connaught Road West, Sai Ying Pun, Hong Kong, 3898 4699, www.malvernplaygroup.hk

BabySteps – Premium international playgroup and early education centre in Central

This early education centre provides interest-base playgroups for different ages, from 6 months and up. You can choose performing arts, arts & crafts, baby gym, baby cooking and more, or opt for the Baby Fundamentals playgroups if your tots are under a year old.

BabySteps Playgroup ages: 6 months and up
Playgroup Opening Times: Varies by class chosen
How much: Varies by class

BabySteps, 25/F, 2501-2502 Universal Trade Centre, Central, Hong Kong, 2887 7585, www.babysteps.com.hk

YMCA Playgroups – Three different playgroups for babies, toddlers and parents

The Toddler’s World programme at the YMCA runs a few times a week at two locations in Kowloon, as well as a YMCA Parent’s and Toddlers group, and Saturday playgroups. Activities include a relaxed and safe environment for the kids to play in with plenty of different activities for kids to enjoy while the parents supervise and mingle.

YMCA Playgroup ages: 3 months to 3.5 years
Playgroup Opening Times: Times and dates vary by age and programme
How Much: Prices vary by programme and session length

YMCA (for Toddler’s World Playgroups), 373 Po On Road, Cheung Sha Wan, Kowloon, Hong Kong

YMCA, 3/F, 41 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 2268 7755, www.ymcahk.org.hk

Teddy Bear Club — Baby and toddler playgroup in Sai Kung

This baby playgroup has become a fast favourite among Sai Kung mamas! Babies and toddlers are split between two groups – Sitters to Cruisers (from 6 months) and Walkers (around 1 to 2 years). The older kids who aren’t yet in preschool can opt for the Jumpers programmes (from 2 years). The affordable sessions include singing and nursery rhymes, messy play and sensory experiences. We love that you can book the full term, but also have the option of walk-in classes if there’s space available. Other than at its usual location, the Teddy Bear Club also has playgroups at other locations in TKO, Shek Mun and on the HKUST premises.

Teddy Bear Club Playgroup Ages: 6 months and up
Playgroup Opening Times: 9am to 10am for Walkers and 10:15am to 11:15am for Sitters to Cruisers playgroups; Jumpers classes run at various times
How Much: Prices vary by programme

Teddy Bear Club (by Stage Right Drama Studio), 1/F, 14 Wan King Path, Sai Kung, New Territories, Hong Kong, 9225 8924, www.stagerighthk.com/teddy-bear-tea-club

Naturally, when you have an infant or toddler, your priority is to find the best playgroup that’s closest to you (and has the most convenient timings). Take a look at more playgroup options that have been sorted by location and find one that suits you.

More Playgroups On Hong Kong Island

Highgate House School – Playgroup running for over 25 years that prioritises caring and authentic relationships between child, teacher and parent. www.highgatehouse.edu.hk
City Kids Little Stars – Playgroup in this Mid Levels school for children aged 10 months to 3 years. www.citykidshk.org/little-stars.
Mulberry House Academy (Mandarin Playgroup) – Parent-accompanied multi-sensory playgroup in Hong Kong. www.mulberryhouseasia.com.
International Montessori School (IMS) First Steps – Bilingual Montessori playgroup for 12 to 24 months in the South Horizons campus. www.ims.edu.hk
Parent Infant Program (PIP) – Child development classes and playgroup for infants in Hong Kong. www.intparentinfantprogram.asia.
Spring Learning – Neurosense, Neurosteps, Discoverer, Discoverer Plus and Kindermusik early years development playgroup. www.spring-learning.com.hk.
Pods Kindergarten & Preschool – Pre-nursery playgroup in Tin Hau. www.pods.com.hk.

More Playgroups in Kowloon

The Little Gym – Bugs, Birds and Beasts playgroup classes for parents and children. www.thelittlegym.com
USRC Playgroup – Casual baby playgroup in Kowloon for tots and parents alike. www.usrc.org.hk

More Children’s Playgroups In The New Territories

Kids Corner – Baby and toddler playgroup in Yuen Long and Tuen Mun. www.kids-corner.com.hk
Hong Kong Academy – Early years education playgroup for 2 to 3-year-olds. www.hkacademy.edu.hk.
Jingle Jangle — Music-based playgroup in Sai Kung. www.facebook.com/jinglejanglemusic
Kids Playhouse — Baby playgroup in Tseung Kwan O. www.kidsplayhouse.com.hk

More Playgroups All Across Hong Kong

Kidznjoy – English kids playgroup in Hong Kong with early years education from birth to 4 years old. www.kidznjoy.com.
Kindermusik – Music playgroup in Hong Kong for babies all across the city with various instructors. www.kindermusik.com
CPDA – Playgroups for various developmental needs conducted by qualified instructors. www.cpda.com.hk
Little Nature Wanderlust – Messy play playgroup in Hong Kong that’s inspired by Reggio Emilia learning. www.littlenaturewanderlust.com
Tutor Time – Pushing the boundaries of early education through WOW activity playgroups for kids up to 2 years. www.tutortime.com.hk
Mulberry House International Kindergarten – Reggio Emilia United Kingdom’s Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum playgroups in Tai Po, Southside and Central. www.mulberryhousekg.com.

Editor’s Note: “Playgroups In Hong Kong For Babies And Toddlers” was most recently updated in September 2024 by Sassy Mama. Special thanks to LTThomas and Danielle Roberts for their contribution.

This post contains a mix of paid partnerships and editorial listings. Main image courtesy of Naomi Shi via Pexels, image 1 courtesy of My Gym, image 2 courtesy of Baumhaus, image 3 courtesy of Trybe, image 3 Victoria Playpark Playgroup, image 4 courtesy of Casita, image 5 courtesy of Guidepost Montessori, image 6 courtesy of ESF Explore,c image 7 courtesy of Acorn Playgroup, image 8 courtesy of Pebbles Playgroup via Instagram, image 9 courtesy of Kangaroo Babycare via Facebook, image 10 courtesy of Malvern Playgroup, image 11 courtesy of YMCA Playgroups, image 12 courtesy of City Kids, image 13 courtesy of Polesie Toys via Pexels, image 14 courtesy of Pavel Danilyuk via Pexels, image 15 courtesy of Little Nature Wanderlust via Facebook.

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Best Playgroups In Hong Kong For Babies And Toddlers

Playgroups are special for parents and toddlers! Here’s where you meet new mum friends and help your little ones learn to socialise through play. There are many options across Hong Kong, from ESF playgroups to the Victoria Playpark playgroup, Baumhaus and many more.

My Gym WCH – Award-winning playgroup in Wong Chuk Hang

Trybe – Playgroup that will get your toddlers moving and learning

Baumhaus – Hong Kong’s best Kindermusik programme

Casita – Playgroup that allows children to learn through music, exploration and play

Guidepost Montessori Together – Accompanied playgroup for children up to 18 months

Victoria Playpark (VPP) – Early years playgroup in Wan Chai and TST

ESF Explore – EYFS playgroup in Wu Kai Sha, Tung Chung, Tsing Yi and more

Acorn Playgroup – A playgroup by Mighty Oaks

St John’s Cathedral – Volunteer-run well-known playgroup in within the Hong Kong community

Pebbles Playgroup – Baby and toddler playgroup in Kowloon

St Stephen’s Chapel – Stanley playgroup for Southside children and parents

Kangaroo Babycare – Playgroup in Sha Tin

Malvern Playgroup – Accompanied Reggio Emilia-inspired playgroup in Sai Ying Pun and West Kowloon

BabySteps – Premium international playgroup and early education centre in Central

YMCA Playgroups – Three different playgroups for babies, toddlers and parents

Teddy Bear Club — Baby and toddler playgroup in Sai Kung

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Playgroups are special for parents and toddlers! Here’s where you meet new mum friends and help your little ones learn to socialise through play. There are many options across Hong Kong, from ESF playgroups to the Victoria Playpark playgroup, Baumhaus and many more.

My Gym WCH – Award-winning playgroup in Wong Chuk Hang

Trybe – Playgroup that will get your toddlers moving and learning

Baumhaus – Hong Kong’s best Kindermusik programme

Casita – Playgroup that allows children to learn through music, exploration and play

Guidepost Montessori Together – Accompanied playgroup for children up to 18 months

Victoria Playpark (VPP) – Early years playgroup in Wan Chai and TST

ESF Explore – EYFS playgroup in Wu Kai Sha, Tung Chung, Tsing Yi and more

Acorn Playgroup – A playgroup by Mighty Oaks

St John’s Cathedral – Volunteer-run well-known playgroup in within the Hong Kong community

Pebbles Playgroup – Baby and toddler playgroup in Kowloon

St Stephen’s Chapel – Stanley playgroup for Southside children and parents

Kangaroo Babycare – Playgroup in Sha Tin

Malvern Playgroup – Accompanied Reggio Emilia-inspired playgroup in Sai Ying Pun and West Kowloon

BabySteps – Premium international playgroup and early education centre in Central

YMCA Playgroups – Three different playgroups for babies, toddlers and parents

Teddy Bear Club — Baby and toddler playgroup in Sai Kung

More Playgroups On Hong Kong Island

More Playgroups in Kowloon

More Children’s Playgroups In The New Territories

More Playgroups All Across Hong Kong

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