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Nature Play • School holiday group

January 29, 2025 @ 1:00 pm 3:00 pm AEDT

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Everything your child needs to develop their skills is readily available in the bush.

Plumtree Nature Play is about getting back to basics and having fun outside.

Come and be supported in learning about the simple, fun & beneficial play that can happen in a natural bush session. Everything your child needs to develop their skills is readily available in the bush.

You and your child will be supported to play and explore by Plumtree’s Speech Pathologist and Occupational Therapist.

Each day in the bush is different.

We are often guided to particular activities dependent on the weather.

Learning outcomes could include:

  • Fostering your child’s independence as they discover how to engage with the environment and develop essential self-help skills.
  • Fostering connections among peers as they engage in group activities and outdoor adventures – allowing for shared experience and opportunities for new friendships.
  • Learning and exploring through adventure, guided by the weather and the ever-changing natural surroundings.

Activities might include

  • Making mud pies
  • Building with natural materials
  • Slowing down to investigate & enjoy small wonders
  • Climbing rocks, nature art and craft
  • Learning about textures

This program is for

Families of children with disability, developmental delay or concerns about their development aged 0-8.
We offer a maximum of 8 spots for this group (+ siblings)
Siblings who are not NDIS recipients are welcome to attend for free

When

Wednesday 29 January, 1pm to 3pm AEST/NSW time
Parents must stay on-site during the session. Participation is warmly welcomed.

We are also holding a Nature Play session at 10am on the same day. If this suits you better, you can register here instead.

RSVP

by Sunday 19 January
To ensure the group’s success, we require 72 hours of cancellation notice to offer waiting families spaces.
Groups are subject to cancellation due to low RSVP (minimum four children)
If this program is full, join our waitlist. A staff member will contact you if a place becomes available.

Cost

Total cost $226
Full payment is required. Missing the session cannot be refunded. Cancellation as per the service agreement.
The cost of the program can be covered using:
– NDIS funding
– Private Payment
Siblings who are not NDIS recipients are very welcome to attend as well (for free)

Where

Wolli Creek Regional Park – Girrahween Picnic Area – Wolli Creek
On the land of the Bidjigal people (River Flat Clan) of the Eora Nation.
Parents and child/children will need to make their way there.


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Your facilitators

You and your child will be supported to play and explore by Karen and Cathy, Occupational Therapists and Imogen, Speech Therapist.


Additional info

Your child supervisionParents are required to supervise and participate with their children for the entire session. It is expected that parents will join in the play.
 Lunch/SnacksParents are required to BYO picnic lunch/snacks (NO NUTS)
WeatherPlaygroup will go ahead rain or shine and will only be cancelled if there is an extreme weather event.
Dress ready to get messy!Please dress appropriately for the weather; hats and sunscreen if sunny, raincoats and gumboots for rain.
Contact detailsFor more information, feel free to email Adrianne reception@plumtree.org.au

Testimonial from previous group


Plumtree is a not-for-profit, community-based organisation that helps families thrive. 

Trusted for over 30 years, we provide free centre-based playgroups and online parent education workshops. We also provide therapies and support for children aged birth to 8 years with a disability or developmental delay and their families. At Plumtree Preschool, children of all abilities and cultural backgrounds learn together and begin to understand the value of inclusive communities. 

Our award-winning, evidence-based programs and resources help families take control of their own learning and achieve positive outcomes. Plumtree’s passionate, culturally diverse team of specialists work from the heart in a caring environment where families feel respected and informed. 

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