Nature Playgroup Spring Sessions 2024 @ CERES Brunswick East

Designed for children 2-5 years old accompanied by a guardian. Older siblings are welcome to come along too!

Join us for our special series of Nature Play Spring Sessions!

Come along to CERES Environment Park in Brunswick East where our experienced early years outdoor educator will guide you to discover our local, abundant ecology through nature play.

Day 1 - Growing a Garden 🌱
Mon 30th September 10am - 12pm

Discover what’s growing on our organic farm and learn all about how seeds grow into gardens. Plus, plant your very own seed to take home!

Day 2 - Sun Showers ☀️
Tues 1st October 10am - 12pm

Spring’s sunshine and showers are perfect for helping flowers grow. We’ll uncover the season's joy as we craft with seeds, chase our shadows, and have fun in the sun.

Day 3 - Fantastic Flowers🌻
Wed 2nd October 10am - 12pm

Pop on your explorer's hat and discover the blooming world of flowers. We'll create nature crafts inspired by the buzzing bees and fluttering butterflies that make these blossoms their home!

Day 4 - Nature Crafts 🌸
Thurs 3rd October 10am - 12pm

Let your creativity bloom as we explore nature’s wonders, make whimsical crafts, and discover the magic of springtime.

Day 5 - Wetland Wonders 🐸
Fri 4th October 10am - 12pm

Bring your gumboots and grab a net, we'll go exploring under the surface to discover what creatures call the CERES wetland home.

"Being outdoors in nature offers unplanned, unknown, unpredictable encounters; these are significant provocations for learning." (Adapted from Waters, 2012)

Dates:

Mon 30th September 10am - 12pm (Growing a Garden)

Tues 1st October 10am - 12pm (Sun Showers)

Wed 2nd October 10am - 12pm (Fantastic Flowers)

Thurs 3rd October 10am - 12pm (Nature Crafts)

Fri 4th October 10am - 12pm (Wetland Wonders)

 
Cost:

$25 per child, per session

Testimonials:

"Really fantastic ... the kids are still raving about it! They learned so much in the happy, relaxed and fun atmosphere - created by their amazing teacher :)"

"Loved the experience. Very relaxed. Great to get the children outdoors exploring. Can't wait for the next one." 

"We had a wonderful term, a great mix of unstructured and structured play! Fantastic educator"

What you'll learn:

Nature-play and curiosity are at the heart of this program. Our thoughtfully designed learning experience will connect your children with nature, allow them to explore independently, discover the wonders of our natural world and participate in caring for our environment and people.

What to bring:

Children should bring a hat, water bottle, and a snack. Consider bringing along a change of clothes as things may get messy!

What to wear:

Outdoor clothing that can get dirty, closed-toe shoes and a hat; dress for all weather conditions.

Appropriate for:

Designed for children 2-5 years old accompanied by a guardian. Older siblings are welcome to come along too! 

Location:
You will meet your educator at the CERES Visitors Centre. 

Please note: Any dogs attending must be kept on a leash at all times.


For further questions please call (03) 9389 0144 or email studentprograms@ceres.org.au