Bush Kindy at Northey Street
Nature Play & Learning for Little Adventurers!
Looking for a meaningful, hands-on outdoor experience for your early learners?
Join us for Bush Kindy, our program for Early Education Centres and Community groups.
For individuals, we hold a playgroup on Tuesdays and Fridays. See: Earth Arts & Playgroups – Northey Street City Farm
What we can offer:
– Nature-based play and discovery
– Gardening and seasonal farm activities
– Bushcraft skills, including shelter building, camp fire cooking, flora and fauna exploration
– Stories, song, and sensory exploration
– Grounding in the permaculture ethics of People Care, Earth Care and Fair share and exploration of seasonal cycles
– Single-day, half- or full-term sessions led by experienced NSCF educators
– Option to hire our space if you would prefer to lead your own session
What is permaculture?
Permaculture is a way of thinking that teaches us to observe nature’s patterns and understand how natural systems work. Childhood, with its natural curiosity and love of play, is the perfect time to develop this deep connection with the living world. Learn more about permaculture.
Options, pricing & bookings
Prices are for weekdays only, for groups of up to 12 children accompanied by at least two educators and/or responsible adults.
To allow sufficient time for arrangements, a minimum of three weeks’ notice is usually required. For half-term or full-term bookings, we recommend providing more notice to secure your preferred day and time. We will contact you to confirm your booking and the details of your visit. Bookings are paid before the start of the session or program.
Booking options include:
Single session
Explore NSCF’s food gardens, play in our bushland, taste the honey from our buzzy bees, and meet the super creatures that keep soil (and plants and us!) healthy. Activities are designed to spark curiosity and creativity, and to foster a deep respect for the land and all its creatures. They may include gardening; storytelling; eco artmaking; cubby-building; campfire cooking; flora, fauna and fungi exploration; seasonal observations, and more. For groups of up to 12 children, accompanied by at least two educators and/or responsible adults.
1-hour session – $250 per session (GST inclusive)
1.5-hour session – $300 per session (GST inclusive)
2-hour session – $350 per session (GST inclusive)
Term program
We partner with you to design sessions that meet your needs and learning outcomes. Informed by the permaculture ethics of Care for the Earth, Care for People, and Fair Share, activities spark curiosity, creativity, and foster a deep respect for the land and all its creatures while supporting children to develop social and emotional skills.
The program may include gardening; storytelling; eco art making; cubby-building; campfire cooking; flora, fauna, and fungi exploration; seasonal observations; tree climbing; and more. For groups of up to 12 children accompanied by at least two educators and/or responsible adults.
Half-term (4 sessions) prices
- 4 x 1-hour sessions – $980 per group (GST inclusive)
- 4 x 1.5-hour sessions – $1,180.00 per group (GST inclusive)
- 4 x 2-hour sessions – $1,380.00 per group (GST inclusive)
Full-term (8 sessions)
- 8 x 1-hour sessions – $1,950 per group (GST inclusive)
- 8 x 1.5-hour sessions – $2,350.00 per group (GST inclusive)
- 8 x 2-hour sessions – $2,750.00 per group (GST inclusive)
Full-term+ (10 sessions)
- 10 x 1-hour sessions – $2,445.00 per group (GST inclusive)
- 10 x 1.5-hour sessions – $2,945.00 per group (GST inclusive)
- 10 x 2-hour sessions – $3,445.00 per group (GST inclusive)
Site hire (per hour)
With this option, you can run your own session at the farm. Available spaces include the undercover education area beneath the office, the woodlot, healing circle, and farm gardens. A large mat and tables can also be provided upon request. Contact youthedn@nscf.org.au to discuss your needs and receive a quote.
Testimonial:
“Brookes Street Early Education has been participating in the Bush Kindy program at Northey Street City Farm since 2021, and it has been such a rewarding and enriching experience for both children and educators.
The program offers children the opportunity to deeply connect with nature in an authentic and engaging way. Each visit provides unique learning experiences, from exploring the natural environment to building resilience and problem-solving skills, to developing respect and care for the land.
Bush Kindy at Northey Street has become one of the highlights of our curriculum. The children talk about their experiences long after our visits, and we see how it positively impacts their sense of curiosity, confidence, and love of the natural world.
We highly recommend this program to other services. It not only enriches children’s learning but also provides educators with the joy of leading meaningful outdoor experiences alongside the children.”
— Chris-Anne Turner
Principal, Brookes Street Early Education
Enquire Now:
To book a session, term program, or hire our space, email: youthedn@nscf.org.au
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