Toddler Sense is an award‑winning, research‑based activity program designed especially for busy little people aged around 13 months to 3.5–4 years. If your toddler is constantly on the move, curious about everything and full of energy, this is exactly the kind of class that channels all that enthusiasm into fun, learning and development.
When you walk into a Toddler Sense class, you step into a themed play space. Each week the theme changes – you might find yourself on a jungle safari one week, on a space mission the next, or jumping with frogs and splashing in imaginary puddles another time. Even though the theme changes, the structure and routine stay the same, which quickly becomes reassuring for both you and your child.
At the start of the session, you have time for free play. Your toddler can explore soft play equipment, a mini bouncy castle or inflatable, balancing beams, tunnels and large foam blocks. This part of the class lets your child burn off some energy, build confidence in a new environment, and practise important physical skills like climbing, crawling, balancing and jumping. It’s also a great chance for them to socialise with other children while you connect with other parents and caregivers.
After around 20 minutes, the music changes and a special tidy‑up song signals that it’s time to pack away. Regulars quickly learn the routine and often help push equipment to the side and pack things up, which is a lovely way to encourage sharing responsibility and turn‑taking. Many parents find that this idea of a “pack away song” is easy to adopt at home too.
You then move to the mat area for the more structured part of the session. Each class usually begins with a welcome song where your toddler is invited to join in with simple actions and props such as rhythm sticks or shakers. The class leader gently guides you and your child through a series of themed activities – think action songs, parachute games, movement activities, sensory play, simple group games, bubbles and more.
Activities are fast‑paced and varied, so your toddler is never sitting still for long. One moment you might be passing a soft toy or ball around the circle to practise sharing and taking turns; the next you’re making objects bounce and jump on a giant parachute, running underneath as it floats into the air, or “fishing” for items that match the week’s theme. You’re encouraged to get down on the mat with your child, support them if they’re feeling unsure and celebrate their little wins as they join in.
Behind all the fun, Toddler Sense is carefully designed by early childhood experts to support your child’s development. The program aims to:
- Promote a positive attitude towards exercise and active play
- Keep your toddler mentally alert and curious
- Develop imagination and creativity through themed adventures
- Support social and emotional development, including confidence, sharing and turn‑taking
- Enhance language and communication skills through songs, repetition and interaction
- Introduce early concepts linked to maths and problem‑solving (such as counting, sorting, pattern and sequence)
- Help your child understand more about the world in an age‑appropriate, playful way
Classes are term‑based and typically run in 10‑week blocks, with one one‑hour session per week. You usually book a term at a time, with the option to join mid‑term if there is space. Many leaders offer sibling or twin discounts, and you’ll often find Toddler Sense operating in multiple locations across Perth and beyond, sometimes alongside Baby Sensory sessions for younger children.
Toddler Sense is very much a shared experience between you and your child. You stay in the room the whole time, supporting them, modelling the actions and joining in the games. Even if your toddler is independent, shy, strong‑willed or reluctant to follow instructions, the class is set up to ease them in gently. The predictable routine, upbeat music, clear cues and engaging equipment usually help even hesitant toddlers relax and join in over a few sessions.
If you’re looking for something more than just a playgroup – a class where your child can run, climb and bounce while still building important early skills – Toddler Sense offers a good mix of structure and freedom. It’s energetic, colourful and imaginative, and gives you plenty of ideas you can take home too, from tidy‑up songs to simple games and activities.
Toddler Sense
Address: Various locations across Perth and throughout Australia – use the class finder on the official website to find your nearest session.
Opening Hours: Class days and times vary by location; most centres run term‑time sessions for toddlers, with some also offering parties and special events.
Official Website: https://www.toddlersense.com.au
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