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“The land is the real teacher. All we need as students is mindfulness

- Braiding Sweetgrass, Robin Wall Kimmerer

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Nature Education Programs
on Biraban Country, Lake Macquarie
9 Taylor Avenue, Barnsley NSW 2278

Nurturing the whole child through connection to Country and holistic programs.

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Our Mission

It is our mission for children to have the freedom and access to play and learn in the natural environment. Earthly Beings is a conscious, holistic, nature-based, child-led activity provider. It is a gentle and safe space for children and their families to express their heart, connect with others and create a sustainable and regenerative future for our planet.

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Our Values

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Connection

To self, others and Country.

Nourishment

Nourishment through nature; of the mind, body and soul.

Creativity

Expressing one's inner creativity and interests.

Resilience

Developing practical skills, knowledge and experiences that build resilient people.

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Our Programs

Nature Kindy

Nature Kindy is a drop-off nature immersion program for children aged 3-6 years old and runs from 9.30am - 2pm.

 

This programs provide opportunities for nourishment, innovation, and resilience through outdoor play and nature immersion.

 

Children who attend these sessions will develop a deep connection to Country, self and others. They will have plenty of time to explore, get messy, get curious and have fun!

Activities included in this program are:

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  • Gardening

  • Exploring permaculture principles

  • Animal interactions

  • Animal caretaking

  • Homesteading

  • Mindfulness

  • Songs

  • Creative Arts

  • Games in nature

  • Seasonal activities

  • Natural and sustainable arts and crafts

  • Child-led free play

  • Whittling

  • Cubby building and exploring

  • Aboriginal land and cultural lessons

  • Science

Our Nature Kindy sessions are intentional, inclusive and engaging.

 

Small groups allow for safe and nurturing relationships to form between educators and children.

Wild Homeschool

Wild Homeschool is a program aimed at Homeschooling children aged 5-12 years. Siblings aged 3-5 years old are also welcome to join.

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This is a drop off program that runs from 9.30am - 2pm.

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Our program provides opportunities for nourishment, innovation, and resilience through outdoor learning activities and play.

 

Children who attend these sessions will develop a deep connection to Country, self and others. They will have plenty of time to explore, get messy, get curious and have fun!

 

This program includes a Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) learning activities that meet NESA standards and outcomes. STEAM learning lends itself perfectly to the outdoor environment, is fun and engaging and develops critical thinking, inquiry and dialogue. Children will be divided into groups throughout different stages of the day so that we can provide age appropriate and differentiated content and activities. They will spend the remainder of their day immersed in:

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  • Gardening

  • Exploring permaculture principles

  • Animal interactions

  • Animal caretaking

  • Homesteading

  • Mindfulness

  • Songs

  • Games in nature

  • Seasonal activities

  • Whittling

  • Natural and sustainable arts and crafts

  • Child-led free play

  • Cubby building and exploring

  • Aboriginal land and cultural lessons

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 Wild Homeschool sessions are intentional, inclusive and engaging.

 

Small group learning allows for safe and nurturing relationships to form between educators and children.

Positions are limited. Book now to secure your spot!

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We welcome you to earthly Beings from Biraban Country in Newcastle.

We acknowledge the Biraban people as the traditional owners of the land and pay our respects to the elders past, present and emerging.

We recognise and say thank you for their continued custodianship and connection to land, water, skies and wildlife.

© 2023 Earthly Beings. Site by SOQUAL.

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