Liverpool is a City of children, young people and families. In 2006, almost 40% of the population was less than 24 years of age. Nearly three quarters (74.6%) were families with children, which is higher than Sydney (64.9%).

There were 7,343 (17.4%) one parent families in Liverpool. There are also many families from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds. Over 38% of Liverpool's population was born overseas and nearly half of all Liverpool residents speak a language other than English. More people live in larger households (of more than four people) - 41% in Liverpool compared with 29% in Sydney. This means that Liverpool is made up of different types of families, which is important to consider in planning and service delivery.

Liverpool City Council is committed to promoting opportunities to enhance the well-being of families and children. We provide information and advice about a range of services for families and children in the Liverpool Local Government Area.

For more information and statistics about Liverpool, please view the Liverpool Community Profile.

 

what does liverpool council do for families and children?

• Children's Services
• Events and Activities
• Programs and Services Directory for 9-12s in Liverpool
• Library Activities
• Recreation and Open Spaces
• Child Restraint Checks
• Casula Kids Studio @ Casula Powerhouse Arts Centre
• Young people in Liverpool
• Useful Websites

children's services

Liverpool Council operates seven children's centres and pre-schools across Liverpool for children aged 0-5 years. A team of experienced and qualified child care staff provide quality care to your child in a safe and nurturing environment.

For more information on Council's Children's Centres, please contact Council's Early Childhood Program Coordinators on 1300 36 2170.

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events and activities

• Australia Day: 26 January
• Families Week: 15-21 May
• Refugee Week: 19-25 June
• Children's Week: 22-30 October

programs and services DIRECTORY for 9-12s in liverpool

Council has developed a directory of programs and services in LIverpool that are available for 9-12 year olds. Click here to download the 9-12s directory.

If you would like to add your program or service to this directory, please complete the New Listing Form and send to:

Ref: 2010/2486
Liverpool City Council
Locked Bag 7064
Liverpool BC NSW 1871
Fax: 9821 9333
Email: lcc@liverpool.nsw.gov.au

Council also has a Community Services Directory that lists programs and services for the whole community. These include accommodation services, arts and cultural programs, emergency services, health services and leisure and sporting activities. To search the directory database click here. To download the full Community Services Directory and other directories click here.

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library activities

• Story time
• Reading corner
• Songs
• Homework help
• Educational games
• School holiday programs
• Computer and internet facilities

The Library also has a dedicated Children's Librarian that organises a range of activities for families and children. You can contact Council's Children's Librarian on 9821 9446 or email lplmail@liverpool.nsw.gov.au

For more information visit the Library's website

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Liverpool City has over 250 parks - green open spaces, many with barbecue facilities, picnic areas, walkways and cycleways, play equipment and sporting fields. Use of Council's parks are free to individuals and groups.

Liverpool also has numerous walkways and cycleways winding through its streets and parklands.

Council has compiled a Sports Directory that lists local and state sporting clubs and associations. To view this directory, please click here.

For more information about Council's recreation facilities, open spaces or cycleways please phone 1300 36 2170 or visit the Open Space or Cycleways webpage.

child restraint checks

Liverpool Council holds six FREE Child Restraint Fitting and Checking events per year. An RTA authorised restraint fitter will check that car restraints, harnesses and booster seats have been installed correctly.

These events are held at Liverpool City Council  - Northern Wing, 1 Hoxton Park Road, Liverpool NSW 2170 (old Administration building)

For more information about child restraints or the next free child restraint checking event, please contact Council's Road Safety Officer on 9821 8835 or visit the Road Safety webpage.

CASULA KID'S STUDIO @ CASULA POWERHOUSE ARTS CENTRE

The Casula Kid's Studio at the Casula Powerhouse Arts Centre is open for use all day for FREE. The Studio provides a creative space to serve the growing needs of young families in South West Sydney. The studio is available to be booked by preschools, primary school groups and day-care group for use by children under the age of 12.

Casula Powerhouse is located at 1 Casula Rd, Casula. Opening hours are from Monday to Sunday 10am - 5pm.

For more information, please contact Casula Powerhouse Arts Centre on:
Phone: 02 9821 1121
Email: reception@casulapowerhouse.com
Website: www.casulapowerhouse.com

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• Department of Family and Community Services
• Department of Family and Community Services - Community Services
• NSW Commission for Children and Young People
• Kidsafe NSW
• NSW Health - South Western Sydney Local Health Network
• Kids Helpline
• Mychild
• Playgroups NSW
• Raising Children Network
• Strengthening Families Resourcing Parents