Do you have a budding zoologist, wildlife vet or nature lover in your family?

If so, our Kanyana Kids program is just for them!

Kanyana Kids is our after-school program for 7-11 year olds who love wildlife. The program is offered on Tuesday afternoons for five weeks every term, with a different wildlife or ecology topic investigated each term. Each week you will meet and learn about some of our wonderful sanctuary animals, as well as complete fun art, craft and outdoor activities.

Program Details

Program length: 5 weeks

Cost: $80 per term

Arrive: between 3.30-4.00pm for afternoon tea (provided by Kanyana)

Session Time: 4.00-5.00pm

Term Details

Term 1:

Topic - Animal Heroes - Find out how you and your family can help our Australian wildlife, and how to become a citizen scientist.

Dates - 17 Feb, 24 Feb, 3 Mar, 10 Mar, 17 Mar

Term 2:

Topic - Birds Up Close - Meet some of the amazing birds that live at Kanyana and learn what makes them so special.

Dates - 28 Apr, 5 May, 12 May, 19 May, 26 May

Term 3:

Topic - Marvellous Mammals - Did you know there are 3 different types of mammals at Kanyana? Let's learn about them.

Dates - 4 Aug, 11 Aug, 18 Aug, 25 Aug, 1 Sep

Term 4:

Topic - Natures Helpers - Come and meet the many insects and reptiles which play a very important role in the ecosystem.

Dates - 20 Oct, 27 Oct, 3 Nov, 10 Nov, 17 Nov

What to bring/wear:

Water (there is a water bottle filling station on site)
Please wear enclosed shoes and weather appropriate clothes.

Parents are welcome to stay onsite.

Questions?

Contact our Education Team: education@kanyanawildlife.org.au

Contact the host of Kanyana Kids 2026