MacKillop runs a range of parenting courses throughout the year, designed to support families to build strong and positive relationships. These courses are delivered through a mixture of online and face-to-face parenting groups.
All courses aim to help parents and/or carers:
- build better communication skills with their child
- understand the different ages and stages for emotional development
- raise independent, self-motivated children
- build positive self-esteem for healthy social development.
This service is only for residents of the western suburbs of Melbourne.
View our Parenting Education Program Calendar for more information about the year to come.
Available term three courses
Courses are long term commitments, six to eight weeks in length.
Circle of Security
8-Week Program
Who: Parents and carers of children aged 0–6 years
When: Fridays, 10:00am – 12:00pm
Dates: 24 July – 11 September 2026
Where: Delahey Community Centre
Co-Facilitated With: Relationships Australia
Cost: FREE
✅ Free onsite childminding available
Tuning into Teens
6-Week Parenting Program (in-person)
Who: Parents and carers of adolescents and teenagers
When: Thursdays, 10.00am – 12.00pm
Dates: 30 July – 3 September 2026
Where: Djerring Flemington Hub (Flemington Community Centre)
Partnership: Moonee Valley City Council
Cost: FREE
Tuning in to Teens
6-Week Program
Who: Parents and carers of adolescents and teenagers
When: Mondays, 10.00am – 12.00pm
Dates: 27 July – 31 August 2026
Where: Online (Zoom)
Cost: FREE
Tuning into Kids
6-Week Parenting Program
Who: Parents and carers of children aged 3–10 years
When: Wednesdays, 10.00am – 12.00pm
Dates: 29 July – 2 September 2026
Where: Online (Zoom)
Cost: FREE
Watch our parenting education webinars
One hour parenting webinars can we viewed on demand.
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Other course providers
If you can't enrol in the course you're after with us, please see here for other low and no cost course providers in Melbourne.
Frequently asked questions about Parenting Education
When are your next parenting courses?
Please subscribe to the mailing list to be emailed when new courses and workshops become available. All emails will be redirected back the mailing list.
Is there a cost to attend MacKillop's courses and workshops?
No, all parent education is free of charge.
Who can attend MacKillop's Parenting courses?
Residents of the western suburbs of Melbourne, Australia, living in one of the following local government areas: City of Melbourne, Moonee Valley City Council, Melton City Council, Brimbank City Council, Maribyrnong City Council, Hobsons Bay City Council or Wyndham City Council.
What if I live outside of the western region?
Please look at the link 'Other Course Providers' document above where you can likely find other organisations to support you.
What do I do if I cannot attend the course or workshop dates offered?
Join our mailing list above and receive communication from us when new course dates become available.
Do I need a referral to join?
No, you are welcome to register to the courses and workshops directly.
What if the topic or age range I'm interested in isn't listed?
Please note your details in the Join The Mailing List section and let us know what you would like to see us host in the future.
I am just learning English. Are there courses suited to me?
All courses are delivered in English however handouts and resources can be provided in multiple languages. Please contact us directly to discuss further.
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