Playgroup
Nature Playgroup on the Farm
Our playgroup sessions, set on a private 10-acre property, are designed to engage young children with the natural world. These unique sessions combine more traditional playgroup elements with the physical and motor challenges of a kindergym, rich sensory experiences enhanced by our beautiful outdoor learning environment, and the opportunity to meet and learn about the farm friends and native wildlife we share our environment with. We believe the best way to develop healthy roots and a foundation for your child’s lifelong learning and growth is through child-led play in nature. Each week we provide a range of play-based provocations designed to inspire children’s curiosity and creativity; strengthen growing bodies and minds; and foster health, happiness, and resilience. Our sessions also provide an opportunity for caregivers to relax and unwind in this tranquil setting and to connect with your little ones and community.
2025 Term 4 Enrolments Now Open
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What is Enchanted Childhoods?
Enchanted Childhoods is more than just a program—it’s a space where children:
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Discover: Learn about the world around us and the wonders of nature through hands-on exploration.
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Grow: Building confidence, problem-solving skills, and independence.
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Connect: Build social skills and nurture a love for animals and the environment.
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What We Offer
Our Nature Playgroup provides a rich and engaging experience for children aged 1 to 5. Our sessions are child-led and have a different theme each week, meaning every day is different, and children are encouraged to follow their interests and instincts as they:
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Strengthen their gross and fine motor skills by balancing on logs, climbing trees, navigating uneven terrain, exploring across the vast play space, carrying heavy objects, making potions, and experimenting with clay and play dough.
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Build healthy sensory systems through digging and splashing in the mud, getting messy and dirty, lifting and carrying objects, spinning and swinging, and opportunities to explore different scents and textures.
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Foster creativity through playing with natural loose parts, experimenting with mark making and art through different mediums, and imaginative play
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Strengthen their problem-solving skills and understanding of cause and effect through engaging in hands-on learning about the world around them
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Meet our farm friends, sing songs, and practice mindfulness in nature.
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Explore seasonal changes, native plants, and wildlife.
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Benefit from the science which shows time in nature and a sense of connection with the natural world supports physical and psychological well-being.
Every moment is an opportunity to build confidence, curiosity, and care for the world around them.
Why Choose Enchanted Childhoods?
Parents and Caregivers love our playgroup sessions because they:
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Support Development: From gross motor skills to emotional regulation, nature play lays the foundation for lifelong learning.
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Encourage Risk-Taking: With carefully managed “adventurous play,” children build resilience and learn to assess and navigate challenges.
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Aligns with Values: Our program is aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework, integrating its principles and valuing of play-based learning for children into our nature-based approach.
Nature Playgroup FAQs
Here are answers to some common questions about our Playgroup program. If you have any other queries, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us directly!