CFCE Playgroups

Lowell Public Schools, in collaboration with community and early intervention partners, offers Playgroups to parents and children in Lowell, which provide an opportunity for both adults and their children to meet new friends.  Parents and children engage in learning activities such as reading books, singing songs, art projects, and play to foster child development. 

Each week parents and their children are greeted by consistent staff, are provided parenting tips to promote social skills, language, and learning at home, and are informed about family resources and events in Lowell. Playgroups are offered in English, Spanish or Khmer.

When: Playgroups for young children and their parents take place throughout the year- fall, winter, spring and summer. Playgroups meet on a weekly basis for approximately 10 weeks each season. Each Playgroup lasts for one hour. 

Where: Playgroups take place at our community partners’ sites around Lowell and during the summer may even take place at a park.  To find a playgroup location that best fits your family’s schedule and language preference, click on the photos below to learn more. 

How to sign up: We encourage families to pick one day and location in order to build a sense of community and help your child build friendships. Regular attendance assists your child in understanding and following playgroup routines (story time, activities, and snack) while helping your child establish relationships with a consistent adult facilitator. 

Please register to attend one playgroup consistently.  The maximum number of children at any playgroup is 15 and drop-in attendance is on a space-available basis. Register by clicking on the photo of the program you want to attend with your child.  Note: playgroups follow the Lowell Public School closure schedule, including on snow days.

Spring Playgroup Registration CLICK HERE TO REGISTER. 

Flyers:  Want a flyer to send to friends, family and others in the community?

Flyer for Winter Playgroups, January 7 to April 11, 2025

Flyer for Spring Playgroups, April 29 - June 13, 2025 

Lowell Public Schools’ (LPS) CFCE Playgroups are funded by the Coordinated Family and Community Engagement (CFCE) grant awarded to the LPS by the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care. 

Resources for Young Children and Families

Sally the Puppet Goes Back to School

WGBH Family Fun Activities

WGBH Preschool Programming

Lowell Early Childhood Council

As part of the Coordinated Family and Community Engagement (CFCE) program, Lowell Public Schools formed Lowell's Early Childhood Council.  The Council meets the first Monday of each month, from September to June.  We invite all community agencies serving children birth through age eight, families, and early care and education providers to participate in the Council.  If you would like more information, email lvanthiel@lowell.k12.ma.us