Term 1/2026 Earth Kids Homeschool Program

FAQs

• “I’m a First Nations person and would like to benefit from the partial scholarship for my child. What do I need to do?”

  Please visit the event page on Humanitix and select the First Nations ticket. If you need any assistance, please contact us at youthedn@nscf.org.au

• “Our family missed the beginning of the term, could I please book my child anyway?”

  Unfortunately, you can’t. From 2026, we will only accept children at the start of the term as attending the first session helps establish the stepping stones for their learning and relationships throughout the program. To make sure your family doesn’t miss out, join our Earth Kids mailing list! We promise no spam—just updates letting you know when bookings open. To express your interest, please email us at youthedn@nscf.org.au.

• “Our family missed the booking, can my child join if we show up on the day?”

  Please don’t do that. While we love welcoming new families to our Earth Kids community, we’re unfortunately unable to accept children who haven’t booked in advance. Due to the nature of the program and working with children, our team carefully prepares before each program to ensure a safe, enjoyable, and well-supported experience for all participants, including our educators.

• “I’m exploring the possibility of homeschooling from next year. Could I come with my child to observe a session?”

  If your child is 5 or older, they may be able to book a single-day trial session. To organise this, please contact our Youth Education Coordinator at youthedn@nscf.org.au.

• “I am interested in enrolling my 5-year-old child. Is it possible?”

  At this stage, the Earth Kids Homeschool program accepts children aged 6-12, and occasionally 5-year-olds who come along with an older sibling or close friend and are able to follow instructions easily. If this applies to your child, please reach out to youthedn@nscf.org.au to explore the possibility.

• “I am interested in attending one session with my 4-year-old kid. Is it possible?”

  At this stage, the Earth Kids Homeschool program accepts children aged 6-12, and occasionally 5-year-olds who attend with an older sibling or close friend. We are exploring the possibility of offering Bush Kindy sessions in the future, so keep an eye on our social media channels for updates. In the meantime, we invite you to join our Earth Arts program.

• “What’s the difference between Earth Arts and Earth Kids?”

  The Earth Arts Playgroup is a free play, child-led activity, ideal for children under 5, though it’s something people of all ages, including adults, can enjoy. Earth Kids is a structured paid program, for children aged 6-12, that supports children in their nature-reconnection journey. Permaculture-informed, the program offers opportunities to learn about local flora and fauna, develop empathy and leadership, and build social skills, friendships, and community. Find more information about both programs on our website.