July School Holidays 2026

At the beginning of each Farm Kids session we take the children on an educational and fun tour of The Farm. We educate them about our cows, pigs, bees, chickens, flower crops, herb garden, orchard and veggie crops. We discuss concepts like paddock rotation for the animals, pollination, organic farming, healthy soil and composting and other ethical farming practices. The children get up close and personal with our pet chickens and when available we taste veggies, edible flowers and herbs.

Ages 5 and over

SESSIONS

Wednesday 8 Jul: Workshop - Sunshine Harvest
9.30am - 12.30pm | Brighten the winter holidays with a hands-on citrus adventure bursting with fresh flavours and sunshine! Kids will explore the wonderful world of citrus fruits, discover how orchards are cared for through the seasons, and learn why citrus is so good for our health. Activities include making a refreshing homemade citrus drink and creating a natural cleaning spray using leftover citrus peels and herbs. We’ll compare a variety of citrus fruits, explore their colours, scents and flavours, and enjoy a fun-filled morning of nature, creativity, and sensory learning!

Thursday 9 Jul: Workshop - Goat & Gather
9.30am - 12.30pm | Meet the farm’s playful goats and discover why these clever animals are such an important part of regenerative farming! Kids will enjoy an up-close educational talk about goats, learn funny goat facts, and explore the unique characteristics of different breeds. Activities include designing a dream goat shelter complete with all the comforts and climbing fun goats love, plus decorating delicious farm-fresh muffins with homemade goat’s cheese icing. A lively morning full of creativity, animal encounters, and tasty treats!

Friday 10 Jul: Mini Farmers - Buzz & Bloom
9am - 3pm | Step into the magical world of bees and uncover the secrets of these tiny pollinators that help our gardens and farms thrive! Kids will learn about bee life, explore the workings of a Flow Hive, and discover how beekeepers safely care for their buzzing colonies with a real bee suit demonstration. Activities include a calming honey and herb tea ceremony, beautiful bee-themed printmaking, and rolling handmade beeswax candles to take home. A fascinating day filled with creativity, nature, and sweet discoveries!

Wednesday 15 Jul: Workshop - Seed to Supper
9.30am - 12.30pm | Dig into the veggie garden and discover how fresh food grows from seed to plate! Kids will learn about companion planting, seasonal winter crops, and the joy of harvesting straight from the garden plot. Activities include making fresh homemade rice paper rolls packed with seasonal vegetables, as well as creating veggie-inspired illustrations and colourful printmaking art. A wholesome morning of gardening, creativity, and delicious hands-on learning!

Thursday 16 Jul: Workshop - Pods & Play
9.30am - 12.30pm | Explore the fascinating world of legumes and discover how these tiny pods help keep soil healthy and gardens thriving! Kids will learn what makes a plant a legume, uncover the relationship between nitrogen and soil health, and discover seasonal planting tips for the veggie garden. Activities include building a snow pea teepee in the garden plot, sewing a handmade bean bag, and enjoying fun outdoor yard games together. A playful and creative morning packed with gardening fun and hands-on learning!

Friday 17 Jul: Mini Farmers - Hens, Herbs & Hay
9am - 3pm | Cluck into a fun-filled day learning all about happy, healthy chickens and their important role on the farm! Kids will explore the chicken life cycle, meet different breeds, and discover how chickens connect with composting and sustainable gardening. Activities include building a nesting box, making tasty treats for the chickens, and cooking homemade egg and herb fritters using fresh farm ingredients. A delightful day of feathered friends, farm creativity, and delicious flavours!

WHAT TO BRING

Children will need:

• Sturdy walking shoes

• Raincoat

• Sunhat

• Healthy lunch and snacks and water bottle for the day

• Backpack (to carry above)

• All items need to be labelled

WHERE TO MEET

We will meet at the Farm House opposite the restaurant. Please look out for the signs to guide you.

AGES

These workshops are appropriate for children aged 5 and older. If your child is 4 they can come with siblings and you will need to remain onsite at The Farm. Children as old as 15 have enjoyed our workshops. Checkout our Mini Farmers program if you want a full day working farm experience.

PRIVATE WORKSHOPS

Please don’t forget that if you cannot make it to our planned workshops we can tailor a workshop especially for your group. Email farmkids@thefarm.com.au for more detail.