With 20+ years in early childhood education. Holding a Bachelor of Early Childhood Studies (Hons), Forest School Leader Level 3 (UK) certification, and extensive experience across educational settings, Areta champions nature-based learning through innovative programs and professional development.
Whether you're a parent, caregiver, educator, or teacher, there are many ways to incorporate Bush Kindy principles into your approach.
What if parents and carers could lead the next wave of nature play in their own neighbourhoods — no facilitators needed? That’s the idea behind Family Explorers, a fully funded Bush Kindy Learning initiative.
This free workshop, Principles of Nature-Based Learning, is part of our ongoing commitment to making high-quality professional learning accessible through strong community partnerships.
This philosophy statement reflects my deep commitment to nature-based education and my vision for creating meaningful learning experiences for all children in our community. It guides my practice and shapes my approach to early childhood education.
Amazing things can grow, when dreams take root in fertile soil. As I reflect on 2024, I'm filled with gratitude and wonder at how a vision of accessible nature play has blossomed into something far beyond what I initially imagined.
I often get asked how we manage to keep our Bush Kindy programs free for families across Logan and beyond, the answer lies in the strength of our community partnerships.
When people ask me why I chose Logan to offer free bush kindy programs, I often smile because the answer is simple: Logan chose us.
I'm often asked about my unique approach to outdoor education. After two decades in early childhood education, I've seen firsthand how nature provides the perfect classroom for children's growth and development. Let me share what makes Bush Kindy special and how it can benefit your family.
One of the most important outcomes of Bush Kindy is the deep connection to nature it fosters in children, laying the foundation for lifelong environmental stewardship.
The natural world is the ultimate canvas for creativity, and Bush Kindy provides endless opportunities for imaginative play and artistic expression.
One of the most rewarding aspects of Bush Kindy is witnessing the emotional growth and social development of our young participants.
The cognitive benefits of Bush Kindy are just as impressive as the physical ones.
Some ideas for incorporating Bush Kindy principles at home.
In our increasingly digital world, the physical benefits of outdoor play are more crucial than ever.
Community is the foundation of our work.
Unlike traditional indoor learning environments, Bush Kindy embraces the unpredictability and wonder of the natural world.
