Join us in Term 1 2023 for our weekly Bush Kids program (9 sessions) at Newport Lakes Reserve in Newport and Jawbone Marine Sanctuary in Williamstown. 

Our Bush Kindy Kids program is specifically aimed at developing new and real-life skills as we introduce bush survival and bushcraft skills, how to confidently use and create with tools, establish early literacy and numeracy through storytelling and games and how to become custodians of the natural world through the development of their love of nature. Facilitators extend this learning by supporting opportunities for deep discussions during our sessions. Bush Kindy prepares children for the next stage of their lives and is a natural progression after Bush Playgroup with Eco Explorers.

Our program has been developed to give your child optimum opportunity to build their gross motor and physical skills through climbing, balancing, walking and fine motor skills during our craft activities. Research clearly shows that the more time your child spends in nature, the better they are prepared for school, both physically and emotionally.

Our Newport Lakes Bush Kids program is led by Penny, a Forest School trained level 3 Leader and qualified Primary School Teacher.

We will spend most of our time at Newport Lakes Reserve and also visit Jawbone Marine Sanctuary, out on the rockpools when the tide is low.

Bush playgroup is an all weather outdoor playgroup so you need to make sure you bring appropriate weather protection and clothing. Our playgroup will only be cancelled in the event of an extreme weather warning; fire, storm, high temperatures and strong wind and we may have to move locations if necessary.

Ages: 3.5  – 6 years (siblings under 14 months are welcome to attend for free).

*Parents are responsible for their children at all times.