Baby / Toddler Groups South Dublin

Hi, I’m based in Harold’s Cross and don’t mind travelling a bit, but looking for daily classes/play groups for me to get to with a two year old and a 6 week old. Is there a list anywhere? I seem to be googling and not getting very far… or if anyone fancies a play date in a similar situation. Thanks, Olivia

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Hi Olivia, congrats on your 6 week old, I have an 18 month old and another baby due in June. I did lots of classes my original Matt leave but won’t be doing as much this time around and I’m sure trickier with two smallies to attend some. We live in Harold’s cross and when I was on previous Matt leave use to go to the rathmines library group on Thursdays which is free. I think Terenure have a similar group library activity. There is also claphandies (haven’t used) and messy play is great in Terenure but pricey. The kidspace in Rathfarnam is meant to be good too. I would definitely be up for a coffee when I go on my Matt leave this summer. Hope this helps!

Hi Liv, I have a massive list saved on whatsapp of playgroups and activities in that area and surrounding areas if you want me to send it on?

Thanks Grace… and congrats to you too!
Sounds great, thanks for the recommendations and would love to meet

thank you, I’ve just dm you x

Hi , I’d love that list too if you wouldn’t mind sharing?

can you also send to me please if you get a chance

Hi Liv
I’m also a new mum living in the Harold’s cross area if you would like to arrange going for coffee at some point ☺️

would you also mind sending on the list to me?

sorry to jump on too but if you wouldn’t mind sending me on the list too?

would you mind sending me a list please?🙏🙏

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