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Bush Kindy | Nature Play Programs for Early Years & Schools

Bush Kindy Teaching Programs

Bush Kindy Teaching offers inclusive, play-based education programs for the community in meaningful and creative outdoor settings. By activating local green spaces for play, we support children’s development and community connection through place-based, child-led learning. Our programs partner with Family Day Care, ECEC, OSHC, schools, and intergenerational community groups.
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Families

Explore the popular family-focused programs that foster a love for the outdoors and nature play.

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Education Settings

Enhance your educational offerings with our tailored services for FDC, OSHC, ECEC & Schools.

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Community

Bring nature-based learning to your Community, Government or Corporate program or event.

​Free Bush Playgroups for Families

Many thanks to the wonderful sponsors and supporters who provide funding to enable these free programs.

Family Day Care, ECEC Services and Students please enquire via the Contact form.

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​Daisy Hill Bush Playgroup - Daisy Hill

Supported by: Kingston East Neighbourhood Group and funded by Sunnybank Community & Sports Club

Cost: Free (with morning tea provided)

Ages: 0-5 years 

When: Term 1 2025, Weekly, Tues 9:30am-11:30am 

Where: Daisy Hill

Enrolments: Termly enrolments are now filled. Please follow on Facebook or Instagram for Term 2 updates, or Contact us to express your interest.

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​Bush Kindy at Alexander Clark Park - Loganholme

Supported by: Kingston East Neighbourhood Group funded by Logan City Council, Community Project Grant

Cost: Free

Ages: 3-8 years, younger siblings welcome

When:  Term 1 2025, Weekly, Wed 9:30am-11:30am 

Where: Loganholme

Enrolments: Termly enrolments are now filled. Please follow on Facebook or Instagram for Term 2 updates, or Contact us to express your interest.

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​Brookhaven Bush Babes - Bahrs Scrub

Sponsored by: Frasers Property Australia

Cost: Free (no morning tea provided)

Ages: 0-5 years

When: Term 1 & 2 2025, Fortnightly, Thurs 9:30am-11:30am

Where: Bahrs Scrub

Enrolments: via Eventbrite

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​Mutooroo Bush Playgroup - Eagleby 

Supported by: Kingston East Neighbourhood Group and funded by Queensland Government

Cost: Free

Ages: 0-5 years 

When: Term 1 2025, Fortnightly, Thurs 8:30am-10:30am

Where: Eagleby South State School

Enrolments: Please follow on Facebook or Instagram for updates or Contact us to express your interest.

​Education Settings

Bush Kindy Teaching delivers nature play incursions, excursions, and programs for FDC, ECEC, OSHC and schools, supporting curriculum goals through child-led outdoor ​learning.

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Incursions

​Nature-based experiences tailored for babies, toddlers, and kindy-aged and school-aged children, catering to various developmental stages. These fully-resourced sessions include child-led nature play, songs, and puppetry. Bush Kindy Teaching is fully insured for optional elements like firetool use, and risky play. Offering flexible booking options for individual rooms or whole centres, with discounted termly packages available for ECEC, Family Day Care, OSHC and school ​settings.

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Excursions

​Enjoy fully facilitated programs designed and led by a qualified ECT and Forest School Leader. Sessions can include unstructured nature play, intentional teaching, interest-driven activities, seasonal science exploration, bushcraft, hut building, tool use, fire cooking, and engaging group times. 

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Holiday Programs

​Engage children during school breaks with our immersive holiday programs. These nature-based adventures combine fun, learning, and outdoor exploration. Programs can be customised to suit your facility's needs, offering a unique alternative to traditional holiday care that promotes physical activity, creativity and environmental awareness. 

​​Community

We partner with councils, not-for-profits and organisations to deliver inclusive, nature-based programs that activate green spaces and strengthen community connection.

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Regular Sessions

​Bush Kindy programs, sponsored by local councils, non-for-profit, and corporate partners, offer a unique opportunity to invest in your community's wellbeing. These multi-generational programs engage families from various backgrounds and abilities, delivering measurable impacts including increased nature appreciation and strengthened community bonds. Aligning with environmental, health, and community objectives, Bush Kindy sessions activate underutilised spaces while fostering early childhood development.

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Workshops

​Bring the Bush Kindy experience to your community events or facilities. Tailored workshops offer engaging nature based activities suitable for diverse age groups and abilities. These sessions promote environmental awareness, foster community connections, and showcase your organisation's commitment to innovative, family friendly initiatives. 

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Pop-up Events

​Create buzz and engagement with a pop-up Bush Kindy program at your event. Perfect for festivals, community celebrations, or public space activations, these flexible installations bring the joy of nature play to unexpected urban settings. They offer a tangible demonstration of your commitment to community wellbeing and innovative public space use.

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