The International Parents and Kids Club (IPKC, formerly known as International Mums & Kids Club, IMKC) is a non-profit, social organisation whose purpose is to support and lead activities for families with young children.

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We organise age-specific and mixed age playgroups for the children to learn, play and interact with other children. We also hold family events and social occasions throughout the year. IPKC runs on a volunteer basis.

 

Our groups are English-speaking but we proudly welcome families from all countries. IPKC provides a supportive environment with other parents and children, especially for families who are new to the area.

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Nannies and other caregivers are welcome to bring your child/ren to our playgroups and activities. 

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History

 

The club was established in July 1996 by 19 founding members.

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After many years based at the Christlicher Treffpunkt in Zug, we were looking for a fresh and bright new space which could also be used in the summer months and which had an outdoor space. After a long search we found our new location, and in December 2017 we moved to a space that is more child friendly and flexible.

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There were around 130 members during the 2022/23 membership year. Numbers can of course fluctuate during the years as families arrive and leave Zug or as children move on to nursery or Kindergarten. 

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Policies

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Parents/carers are responsible for their own children whilst at playgroup. The safety and wellbeing of every child in our playgroup is paramount.

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All members should feel playgroup is a safe environment to attend with their children. It is important to recognise when your child is sick and not bring them to playgroup until they are no longer contagious. ​

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If possible, please don't bring toys from home as it can be upsetting for your children if another child starts to play with them.