Children and families

There’s a great range of inspiring, educational services for young children in Cumberland.

Online activities

Discover the growing online resources that Council is producing for every age group and sector.

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Child protection

Child abuse and neglect is a serious issue which impacts our community. Learn more about child abuse, seeking crisis help and access Council’s policies and resources.

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Children and Families strategy

See Cumberland City Council's Children and Families services comprehensive strategy.

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School holiday activities

Our July school holiday program is full of fun activities and the school holiday care program provides care for children aged 5 to 13 years.

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The Bush School

Teach children about the environment and our native plants and wildlife in a natural setting.

Visit the bush school

Inclusion Support

Cumberland City Council’s Education and Care services actively support the inclusion of all children in our services.

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Transition to School

Council’s Long Day Care and Family Day Care can get your children ready for school.

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New fathers

Discover resources for dads and find out about the Focus on New Fathers pilot program.

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Paint Cumberland REaD

Meet Poppy the Possum and help develop your child’s literacy skills before they start school.

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