How it works
Bush Playgroup
Take your child's hand and come out to play in the wilds. Connect with nature as the little people do what they do best. The Bush Circle aims to connect children and their parents or guardians with nature, something that has become lost in our modern day world, and is ever so important, especially now.
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Go Bush!
Bush Playgroup sessions are based on the rhythm of nature and are unstructured, allowing children to lead the way.
Why Bush Playgroup?
The Bush Circle aims to provide a supported and kind space, where children can take risks and challenge themselves within the surrounding natural environment.
Nature play sessions provide an opportunity for parents or guardians to connect with their child and the environment while feeling a sense of community with other like-minded people.
Making connections with nature together can foster a love for Earth and create a shared custodianship of our planet.
Your Guide
Jessica is a qualified Primary Teacher (GDipEd) and has recently undertaken a Graduate Certificate in Steiner Education at USC. She has worked extensively in the natural environment as an aquatic ecologist (BSc(Hons)). She is also first aid trained. Read more about your nature guide.
Who’s it for?
Children 1 to 5 (ish) years and their parents or guardians.
Session times
Bush Playgroup sessions are all-weather and held weekly, currently on Wednesdays, from 9:30 to 11:00am throughout the school term. Please check out the programs page for a current list of what’s on, including during the school holidays.
How it works
Each session follows the rhythm of nature and is child-led. Offered activities include:
nature craft
mud play
loose parts play
cubby building
flora and fauna spotting and identification
storytelling
circle time
nature walks
bush safety
and best of all, unstructured play.
Don’t forget your nude (wrapper free) morning tea.
Bush Playgroup is set in a relaxed environment amongst the trees. Most sessions are held at our home base, where we return regularly so that children can make connections and observe seasonal changes.
Group size
In order to keep sessions intimate and limit our impact on the environment, the number of participants is limited.
Location
Bush playgroup is held at Ironstone Creek Sanctuary, on Gubbi Gubbi Country in the Noosa Hinterland, Mary Valley. It is approximately 40 minutes drive from Noosa and 30 minutes from Gympie.
Ironstone Creek Sanctuary is a property dedicated to environmental conservation. It is listed as a sanctuary with the Humane Society International Wildlife Land Trust and is part of the Land for Wildlife program.
Terms & Conditions
Please ensure you read and agree to our Terms & Conditions before booking.
I have a few questions
No problem! Check out our FAQ’s or feel free to get in touch with Jessica, here.
What others are saying:
Carbon offset.
Humanity is facing one of the biggest challenges - climate change. Our actions now will have a huge impact on the future of the planet. We are committed to creating positive change in our world. Ten percent of bush playgroup fees go towards conservation and the regeneration of Ironstone Creek Sanctuary, including tree planting and habitat creation. Ultimately aiding to offset your carbon footprint.
