Play time is one of the best gifts we can give our kids, and in an ideal world, there would be many options and areas for kids to play with others in community environments, playgrounds and parks. However, here in Thailand, the heat and humidity (or downpours) sadly limit opportunities to enjoy outside play, and inside play is normally organised in a more structured way. An increasing focus on early learning, accompanied by the appeal of TV and computer games, has led to disappearing playgrounds and playtime, and this reduction in free play can negatively impact child development.
Lucky for us, there are many opportunities for our little ones to join playgroups in Chiang Mai, whether that is inside a large or small school environment, or inside activity centres that offer a wide variety of age-appropriate activities from free play to music interactions. Parents can choose to attend playgroups with their precious cargo or slowly start to leave them at the playgroup alone to encourage independence, which is a good springboard into their kindergarten years. The first time a child leaves their home environment to attend a playgroup can be a nervous and challenging experience for them (and their parents) but keep in mind the benefits far outweigh any negatives.
Amber Kids Nursery Chiangmai
Amber Kids Nursery Chiang Mai takes care of children from 3 months to 4 years old, emphasizing activities to enhance children’s development from birth to 4 years old appropriately. Children will enjoy participating in activities through play with principles, with a place and atmosphere that is clean and safe. Hygienic With standard control, “Good children, smart children, at first 3 years old.
Bright Seeds Playgroup
NEW PLAY GROUP CLASSES AT BRIGHT SEEDS IS HERE!
We are excited to welcome young seeds and their families for our 2nd Playgroup session, filled with laughter, learning, and joyful exploration.
SIGN UP HERE: https://forms.gle/4vFgNi64AMnbKQPz9
Open for young seeds: 12-30 months toddlers.
Playgroup Session: Every Monday and Wednesday from 15th September to 8th October.
Time: Monday 9.15 – 10.30am / Wednesday 2.45 – 4.00pm
Free Trial 1 class. First session on 8th September 2025 (up to 10 children/class)
At Bright Seeds International Kindergarten
Parent or guardian must accompany the child at all times (1-2 adults per child)
Please bring a spare set of clothes for messy play.
Egg Tots House
Egg Tots House Chiang Mai is a warm and homely daycare where children learn through play and creativity. With small class sizes, teachers can give close attention while little ones explore activities like arts, crafts, cooking, and outdoor play. Both Thai and English are used naturally throughout the day, helping children pick up language in a fun, everyday way.
Caring for children aged around 2–5 years, Egg Tots House is open Monday to Friday from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, with branches in Sirimangkalajarn and Hang Dong. Each location offers cozy corners and playful spaces, creating the feeling of a little house full of imagination and discovery.
Guru English Day Care Center
Are you looking for a safe, clean and nurturing environment for your child while you have to work, run errands or just relax for a bit? Look no further than Guru English School’s day care program. Guru English School is rated the best Private English School in Chiang Mai, Thailand (Google). We have a qualified staff of native English speakers from the UK and America as well a support staff of Thai nationals. We are dedicated to providing the best care for your child while meeting the standards that you are used to in your home country. We provide food, snacks and diverse activities to keep your child happy.
Kido Chiangmai
KiDO Daycare aims to provide the BEST Care and Education for your children and a great service to you, mums and dads! We provide a safe, caring and stimulating environment where each child’s individual needs are considered to ensure that they feel secure, happy and confident in order to develop essential early life skills.
Lemur Lion Lamb
Once upon a time a few ladies and a lad with more than a few littles between their litters started dreaming about the perfect learning center for their kids. Eventually they got loony enough to lean into the laudable idea and launched Lemur Lion Lamb, an English based, mixed-age group, development daycare.
Piumrak Nursery
Piumrak Nursery was established to answer the parents wants of having a nice and safe nursery for their children. In addition, Abundant Love Nursery is concerning on physical, emotional, mental, and sociality development together with Thai and English learnings.
Prem Tiny Tales & Tunes Playgroup
Tiny Tales & Tunes at Prem International School
Looking for something fun to do with your toddler or young child? Join us in the Prem School Library for a monthly morning of stories, songs, and play!
-Enjoy delightful picture books
-Sing songs and rhymes (with instruments!)
-Play games and move together
Families are also welcome to explore our Early Years Centre (optional) and enjoy a treat at our on-site café
When: Last Tuesday of every month (during the school year)
First session: Tuesday, 23rd September
8:00 – 8:45 AM
Prem School Library
Open to all toddlers and young children – you don’t need to be part of the Prem community to join
Spaces limited to 20 children – sign up early to secure your spot!
ZIGI kids club – Chiang Mai
This class is designed to engage the minds and hearts of children in the exploration of science and art.
Activities will include explorations of the natural world, understanding of physical science,
engineering projects and experiments,
and creative projects such as drawing, painting and sculpting.
We will also learn about nutrition and explore the culinary arts through baking and cooking.
Through these activities,
The kids’ will gain a better understanding of the world around them and discover the power of creativity and problem solving.
