Nature play

This group aims to promote independence, social connection, and exploration in the great outdoors.

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

Nature Play is all about connecting with nature, having fun outdoors, and learning through play alongside others. Come and be supported in learning about the simple, fun & beneficial play that can happen in a natural bush session.

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

Program overview

Nature Play is a 2-hour face-to-face program for Families of children with disability, developmental delays 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.

The program will go ahead, rain or shine, and will only be cancelled if there is an extreme weather event. Please dress appropriately for the weather; wear hats and sunscreen if it is sunny, and wear raincoats and gumboots for rain.

When

Held termly during the school holidays.
Parents must stay on-site during the session. Parents/carers are warmly welcome to participate.

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.

Cost

The prices are charged according to latest NDIS Pricing Arrangement and Price Limits guide.

Your facilitators

Facilitated by providers (Speech Pathologist and Occupational Therapist) who hold appropriate qualifications and is registered with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) or certified with the relevant allied health professional association.

Express your intrest

Parent reflections from previous sessions

It was absolutely wonderful!
E. and I had the best time.
It was so great. All the kids had a great time.
I so hope they do more of this kind of thing.

Deb mum