Summer School Holidays 2026-27

At the beginning of each Farm Kids session we take the children on an educational and fun tour of The Farm. We introduce them to our cows, goats, chickens, sheep, bees, flower crops, herb garden, orchard and veggie gardens while exploring the principles of regenerative farming. Children learn about pollination, healthy soils, composting, seasonal growing and ethical farming practices through hands-on experiences. Along the way they'll meet our friendly farm animals and, when available, taste fresh herbs, edible flowers and seasonal produce straight from the garden.

Ages 5 and over

SESSIONS

Thursday 17 December: 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. Children will learn fascinating goat facts, discover the unique characteristics of different breeds and enjoy plenty of up-close farmyard interactions. Activities include designing a dream goat shelter complete with climbing structures and cosy spaces, making a playful goat-themed bookmark and decorating delicious farm-fresh muffins with homemade goat's cheese icing. A lively day filled with creativity, animal encounters and tasty farm-made treats!

Tuesday 22 December: Mini Farmers – Buzz & Bloom!

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

Tuesday 29 December: Mini Farmers – Woolly Wonders!

9am – 3pm | Meet the farm's gentle sheep and discover the wonderful journey from fleece to fibre. Children will feed and pat the sheep while learning how they are cared for and how their wool is transformed into warm clothing and useful everyday items. Activities include tasting sheep's milk cheese, learning simple weaving techniques using natural sheep's wool and crafting an adorable sheep-themed pom-pom to take home. A warm and wonderfully tactile day filled with animal encounters, traditional skills and woolly creativity!

Wednesday 6 January: Workshop – Sunshine & Sunbeams!

9.30am – 12.30pm | Celebrate the warmth and wonder of the summer sun while discovering how sunlight helps gardens, animals and people thrive. Through playful outdoor investigations around the farm, children will explore the importance of sunshine in nature. Activities include making a natural zinc sunscreen and painting a radiant sunshine artwork inspired by the colours, light and energy of summer. A bright and creative morning combining art, nature and hands-on discovery!

Thursday 7 January: Mini Farmers – Feather & Nest!

9am – 3pm | Discover the fascinating world hidden inside the humble egg. Children will meet the farm's chickens, learn about the chicken life cycle and explore how an egg develops before a chick hatches. Activities include candling fresh eggs to discover what may be hidden inside, pouring beautiful beeswax candles into eggshells and cooking delicious pikelets using pasture-raised farm eggs. A delightful day of feathered friends, farm science, creativity and cooking!

Friday 8 January: Mini Farmers – Flower Power!

9am – 3pm | Step into the colourful world of flowers and discover how they support pollinators, gardens and healthy farm ecosystems. Children will explore the flower gardens, learn about different blooms and gather inspiration from their colours, shapes and scents. Activities include creating a beautiful flower crown, arranging a fresh posy to take home and planting a colourful flower row for future Farm Kids visitors to enjoy. A joyful day filled with gardening, creativity and flower-powered fun!

Wednesday 13 January: Workshop – Lavender & Calm!

9.30am – 12.30pm | Slow down and discover the calming scent, beauty and many uses of lavender. Children will wander through the farm's lavender garden, explore the plants up close and learn how lavender can be harvested and used in everyday life. Activities include blending fragrant lavender bath salts and sewing a soft lavender pillow to take home. A peaceful and sensory morning filled with garden wandering, gentle creativity and beautiful natural aromas.

Thursday 14 January: Mini Farmers – Buzz & Bloom!

9am – 3pm | Return to the wonderful world of bees to discover how these amazing insects keep our farms and gardens flourishing. Children will explore bee life, learn how a Flow Hive works and watch a real bee-suit demonstration while discovering how beekeepers safely care for their colonies. Activities include a calming honey and herb tea ceremony, bee-themed printmaking and rolling handmade beeswax candles. A fascinating day celebrating nature's hardest workers!

Friday 15 January: Mini Farmers – Woolly Wonders!

9am – 3pm | Spend another fun-filled day with our friendly flock while learning how wool becomes one of nature's most sustainable fibres. Children will feed and pat the sheep, discover how they are cared for and learn about the journey from fleece to clothing. Activities include tasting sheep's milk cheese, learning simple weaving techniques and creating an adorable sheep-themed pom-pom. A warm, creative and hands-on farm experience.

Wednesday 20 January: Workshop – Nature Makers!

9.30am – 12.30pm | Gather inspiration from the farm's natural treasures during a morning of foraging, making and creative exploration. Children will enjoy a guided nature walk to discover edible weeds and Australian bush foods while learning how to respectfully identify and gather useful plants. Activities include painting beautiful native seed pods and bundling fragrant herb wands to dry at home. A relaxed and imaginative morning celebrating the creativity found in nature.

Thursday 21 January: Workshop – Seed to Supper!

9.30am – 12.30pm | Dig into the veggie garden and discover how fresh food grows from seed to plate. Children will learn about companion planting, seasonal summer crops and the joy of harvesting ingredients straight from the garden. Activities include gathering fresh produce to make delicious rice-paper rolls filled with colourful vegetables, as well as creating veggie-inspired illustrations and vibrant printmaking art. A wholesome day of gardening, creativity, cooking and hands-on learning!

Friday 22 January: 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. Children will explore the chicken life cycle, meet different breeds and discover how chickens contribute to composting, healthy soils and sustainable gardening. Activities include building a nesting box, preparing enrichment treats for the chickens and cooking delicious egg and herb fritters using fresh farm ingredients. A delightful day filled with feathered friends, practical farm creativity and delicious flavours!

WHAT TO BRING

Children will need:

• Sturdy walking shoes

• Raincoat

• Sunhat

• Healthy lunch and snacks and water bottle for full-day sessions (morning tea and water bottle for half-day workshops)

• 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 attend with older siblings, however a parent or guardian will need to remain onsite at The Farm. Children as old as 15 have enjoyed our workshops. Check out our Mini Farmers program if you are looking for a full-day working farm experience.

PRIVATE WORKSHOPS

If you can't make one of our scheduled workshops, we can tailor a private Farm Kids experience especially for your group. Please email info@kidzklub.com.au for more information.