Experience the freedom of outdoor, all-weather 3-hour bush kinder sessions designed for children aged 3.5 to 7 years (all ages between 0 and 14 welcome) under the care of experience facilitators and overseen by a trauma-informed, inclusive practice teacher and ecologist.

This is a supported drop off program (ages 3.5+ can be dropped off without a supervising adult) focused on nature connection, play and exploration. Whether you’d like to stay and share the adventure with your child or are ready to leave them in the expert care of our experienced facilitators, we’ve got you covered. Children aged 2-3 are welcome to join with an adult caregiver. Siblings under 3.5 can come along for free with a supervising adult.

Our sessions foster holistic child development through creativity, problem-solving, emotional growth, and self-regulation. Literacy and numeracy concepts are seamlessly woven into play and exploration, inspired by your child’s natural interests.

While predominately guided by the children's interests, sessions occasionally feature experts in yoga, occupational therapy, horticulture, flora, fauna, and more.

Let your little ones thrive in nature while you enjoy the flexibility and peace of mind you deserve.

Bush Kinder is open to kinder, primary school, flexi-schooled and home schooled children.

We know it takes time to feel comfortable with new experiences and new learning. Our approach is often new learning for many families and children, but that’s ok because Born Wild Community value slow learning and nature connection. It is for this reason our Thurs Bush Kinder requires a full commitment to the four week Bush Kinder. We will offer additional weeks following the four week start.

TRIAL SESSIONS We have a Nature Playgroup Stay and Play option if you would like to explore the space prior to committing to a full term of bush kinder OR would simply rather a 1 hour, low cost stay and play session to explore the space.

TERM PAYMENT is our preferred commitment. Research shows that consistent participation in nature-based programs fosters deeper connections, greater developmental benefits, and stronger community bonds. If you have unique needs and can only commit to fortnightly or half term, please get in touch. We also can offer payment plans on request.

SUPPORT NEEDS To attend without a parent/guardian, children need to be independent, including toileting and the ability to follow direction from facilitators. If your child requires support at School, Kindergarten or other drop off programs, they may need support at Born Wild Community. We will work with you to establish what is needed to promote inclusion for your child.

MULTI AGE GROUPS Our program targets children aged 2-7, with research consistently showing that younger children thrive by observing and learning from older peers, while older children build leadership and empathy skills. This approach fosters a rich, inclusive setting that supports a wide range of developmental needs.

NOT FOR PROFIT Born Wild Community is a not for profit incorporation, meaning all payments we receive are put back into improving our programs. We are required to meet minimum numbers and self support our programs. In the event a program does not meet minimum numbers, transfer to alternate days, or a full refund of the registration fee will be offered.

If you are NOT SURE if Born Wild Community is right for your young person, please contact us and we can provide additional information and options info@bornwildcommunity.org.au Please note the program does not have administration each day.

Unfortunately we are unable to offer refunds if you cannot attend, however get in touch and we can offer a credit to be used in the next 6 months at any of our Born Wild Community sessions.

If you would like to receive an invoice for your ticket and pay via an alternative method, please select "Invoiced Ticket". You will receive an invoice within 5 working days. The invoice must be paid in full before attending a session.

TERM DATES:

31/07/2025 - 21/08/2025 (4 week term trial)

TIME:

Thursday AM 9:30-12:30pm, $45 per session

For families with 3+ children, please email us for a custom quote. If financial challenges are limiting your participation, please get in touch.

**If you would like to avoid the Humanitix Fee on our TERM FEES ONLY, please select the "Invoiced Ticket", email info@bornwildcommunity.org.au with your ticket request, and a bank transfer option will be emailed to you. Payment is required in full before attendance at our program.