A future where all young people in the Valley know their strengths and can reach towards their dreams.
Derwent Valley · a local not-for-profit for kids, teens and families
Every young person in the Valley, known and supported.
Kids and Teens in the Valley supports children, teens and families across the Derwent Valley. We help young people break through barriers, build resilience, strengthen connections and discover what they're capable of.
Wednesday 28 October · 9:30 am–2:30 pm
Youth Summit
Valley Sports Bar, Backriver Road
View the Youth Summit and flyerWhat KTV does
Connection, resilience and practical opportunities for young people.
KTV supports children, teens and families through school holiday activities, in-school wellbeing programs, teen activities, family events and parenting projects, and works with schools, community organisations and government to strengthen opportunities for young people. This site brings those pathways together so families, schools and partners can find the right next step quickly.
Read about KTVWhy we exist
Safe, supportive pathways for young people in the Valley.
We create safe, supportive and inclusive opportunities for young people to feel heard, explore possibilities, build connections and create pathways toward their goals.
Program areas
One place for families, schools, funders and local partners.
Holiday programs
School Holiday Activities
Safe, practical activities for young people aged 6 to 18 during school holidays.
Wellbeing in schoolsIn School Support
Social and emotional learning programs tailored for primary and high school students.
Young people and leadershipTeen Activities
Programs that help teens build confidence, connection and practical leadership skills.
Whole-family connectionFamily Fun Days
Community events that bring families together across the Derwent Valley.
Support for parents and carersParent and Carer Projects
Groups and projects that help parents and carers feel connected and supported.
Partnerships and advocacyCommunity Collaboration and Advocacy
Working with young people, schools, community organisations and government to strengthen opportunities and make youth voices visible across the Derwent Valley.
Programs
Current and upcoming KTV programs
Pizza Garden Family Day
Pizza Garden Family Day runs Sunday 1 November 2026 at Derwent Valley Community Garden.
- When
- Sunday 1 November 2026
- Where
- Derwent Valley Community Garden
- Places
- 60 available
After School Art - One Community, One River
After School Art - One Community, One River runs Tuesdays from 27 October at Create Do & Mend.
- When
- Tuesdays from 27 October
- Where
- Create Do & Mend
- Places
- 10 available
Peace Poster Studio
Peace Poster Studio runs Tuesdays from 4th August at Create Do & Mend.
- When
- Tuesdays from 4th August
- Where
- Create Do & Mend
- Places
- Registrations closed
Bead Bonanza
Bead Bonanza runs Tuesday 6 October at New Norfolk Bowls Club.
- When
- Tuesday 6 October
- Where
- New Norfolk Bowls Club
- Places
- Registrations closed
Games Day
Games Day runs Wednesday 7 October at New Norfolk Library.
- When
- Wednesday 7 October
- Where
- New Norfolk Library
- Places
- Registrations closed
Step By Step Art with Rigby
Step By Step Art with Rigby runs Thursday 8 October at Westerway Hall.
- When
- Thursday 8 October
- Where
- Westerway Hall
- Places
- Registrations closed
Wood Burning and Melting Beads
Wood Burning and Melting Beads runs Wednesday 14 October at Maydena RSL.
- When
- Wednesday 14 October
- Where
- Maydena RSL
- Places
- Registrations closed
Movie Night
Movie Night runs Thursday 15 October at New Norfolk Sports Centre.
- When
- Thursday 15 October
- Where
- New Norfolk Sports Centre
- Places
- Registrations closed
Bowling
Bowling runs Tuesday 13 October at Moonah Bowling.
- When
- Tuesday 13 October
- Where
- Moonah Bowling
- Places
- Registrations closed
Joining a program
A clearer path from interest to taking part.
We want every young person to feel part of things. Joining a program is quick and simple, so the focus stays where it matters, on your child turning up, joining in and feeling at home in the Valley.
Open the Parent & Carer Portal
places shown across programs currently listed on this site
current and upcoming options families can explore
children, teens and families
Holiday activities for local young peopleSchool and family support across the Valley
Families find a program that suits their child.Families share the details KTV needs for safe participation.KTV confirms places, support needs and next steps.Families know what to bring, where to go and who to contact.
Get involved
Find the right program for your child.
Browse what is coming up, or use the Parent & Carer Portal to register with the details KTV needs to support your child.