Wildflower Kids Nature Immersion Playgroup

Welcome to Wildflower Kids Nature Immersion Playgroup, encouraging child-led play and the promotion of our wellbeing through nature connection.

We are coordinated by Born Wild Community Inc. 

This playgroup is supported by volunteers, while children are supervised by their families. We have some basic first aid supplies, mozzie repellent and sunscreen, however we rely on parents to provide first aid and protection for their children. We also always appreciate some help with looking after the space, taking care of the equipment, donation of some useful resources, tidying things and packing away, and even set up if you arrive a little early and are able to help out.

There is a theme and activity each week and children are encouraged to engage with this or choose their own free play. This self-directed play is actively encouraged! We finish every session with a story and sometimes a snack.

Our activities make use of natural materials to encourage exploration and to minimise waste. We try to use real tools and as few manufactured toys as possible. We endeavour to incorporate life skills, bush craft, fine and gross motor experiences, stories, imaginative play, and observations of the world around us.

Some areas have restrictions on what we can take from the space, what we can bring in, and what areas we can access. Please be respectful of this so that our playgroups can continue.

We are an inclusive playgroup, and all families are welcome. Being outdoors in nature, let’s accept all children’s needs and behaviours. Nature is an amazing self-regulation resource for us all.

There is an increasing body of evidence highlighting the value of child-led play, particularly in the outdoors. Benefits include:
 Improved immune systems
 Physical activity
 Resistance to stress
 Improved sense of wellbeing
 Greater emotional intelligence
 An understanding of risk
 Growth in imagination and creativity

Research also supports the benefit of nature-based playgroups for new parents, specifically their sense of wellbeing.

This playgroup session is generally targeted at children aged 0-5 years with a focus on child-led play and families interacting with each other outdoors. Children over 5 are welcome but we encourage families to look at our longer Bush Kinder and Nature Academy sessions to keep our playgroups comfortable for families new to parenting, or who find bigger bodies a little more challenging to be around at the moment. 

TIME: 

Born Wild Community Base Camp: Mondays 9:30-11:00am

TERM DATES: 

19/10/2026 - 14/10/2026 (9 week term)

CONTRIBUTION (supports resources, supplies, insurance and site costs)

Family: 1 child and adults: $50 per term, 2 children and adults: $80 per term, 3+ children and adults: $100 per term.

Please Note - If you choose the direct transfer option when booking, please make payment with the following details

Bendigo Bank

Account Name: Born Wild Community Inc.
BSB: 633 000
Account Number: 211754007
Reference: Please include your Invoice Number and Family Name

**Casual weeks can still be booked through our one hour stay and play option.

https://events.humanitix.com/term-4-casual-stay-and-play-sessions