Beach School provides a sensory-rich environment that engages students through storytelling, treasure hunting, collaborative STEM challenges, and mindful art activities.

 

The rhythmic sounds of waves and the feel of sand underfoot create a calming atmosphere, enhancing concentration and focus. Hands-on exploration of coastal environments creates memorable learning experiences and a deep connection to place. Additionally, the outdoor setting encourages physical activity, teamwork, and creative expression.

 

Beach School caters to groups of 20-60 students per 90-minute session. Perfect for learners of all ages, sessions can be designed to meet your needs and matched to the local environment. Beach School uses minimal resources by utilising the environment as the third teacher.

 

Duration: 90 minutes per session

 

Cost (per student): $17 [+GST]

 

Target Audience: Reception to Year 6

 

Conditions: Minimum spend of $400. A travel fee may apply outside of metro Adelaide

 

A $200 cancellation fee applies if your confirmed booking is cancelled without rescheduling.

 

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Nature Play SA offers a unique range of experiences in Glenthorne National Park – Ityamaiitpinna Yarta that sees learners explore Kaurna and European history, discover unique flora and fauna, engage in experiences centred around connection, wellbeing, and stewardship.

 

We offer a variety of programs which range from 90 minutes to full-day experiences! Programs include mobile cubby building,  exploring mini-beasts, mini-festivals, and geocaching excursions which allow plenty of time to explore South Australia’s newest national park and nature play space.

 

Book now on the link below or contact our Education Team to tailor a program to your needs [email protected]

 

       

 

 

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Beyond the Classroom is all about supporting schools and educators to rediscover their connection with green and blue spaces in their local community.

 

This excursion allows students to learn in, with and through nature by exploring local flora and fauna unique to your space. Students walk, create and engage in a series of activities that serve as a springboard for future learning and connection with the space. Educators will finish sessions with the knowledge, confidence and resources needed to revisit the space and keep the connection going. This excursion can be held in any significant local nature space, including:

 

  • National Parks
  • Beaches
  • Wetlands and Rivers
  • Reservoirs

 

If you are interested to explore this excursion opportunity, please email our education team and allow us to prepare a program based on your needs.

 

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This exciting bespoke excursion is hosted in the stunning grounds of the Wittunga Botanic Gardens. The Mini-Beasts theme is weaved though all activities, with particular focus on native caterpillars & butterflies; spiders; moths; and macro invertebrates (water bugs).

 

During this experience, learners explore the grounds of the Wittunga Gardens in search of the mini-beasts that call it home. They will discover unseen worlds by identifying macro invertebrates from the central lake, and use their artistic expression to create mini-beast inspired artworks to take home.

 

Note: This excursion can also be hosted in other locations including Belair National Park and Glenthorne National Park – Ityamaiitpinna Yarta.

 

Duration: 90 minutes – 2 hours

 

Cost (per student): $17 [+GST]

 

Target Audience: Our Mini-Beast and Water Bug Excursion is perfect for years K-6. Groups of up to 100 (or five classes) can be accommodated in a bespoke experience.

 

Conditions: Minimum spend of $400

 

A $200 cancellation fee applies if your confirmed booking is cancelled without rescheduling.

 

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Nature Play SA’s unique cubby building excursion engages students in a real-world STEM challenge set amongst the beautiful surrounds of Belair National Park. Facilitated through a series of team challenges, students use natural, open-ended resources to problem solve, design and build imaginative cubby creations. The timeless surrounds of nature and a setting steeped in history provides the perfect platform for 21st Century learning, where cooperation and resilience are the keys to success and sustainable practices are embedded throughout.

 

Duration: 3.5 – 4 hours

 

Cost (per student): $19.50 [+GST]

 

Target Audience: Early Years to Year 6

 

Conditions: Minimum spend of $400.

A $200 cancellation fee applies if your confirmed booking is cancelled without rescheduling.

 

 

 

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The Nature Play SA Wild at Wittunga excursion offers young children a guided nature play experience on the stunning grounds of the Wittunga Botanic Gardens. Join us for a 90-minute nature immersion experience where play-based, creative expression and opportunities for nature connection are facilitated through a captivating adventure for our youngest nature warriors.

During this one and half hour session, Nature Play SA educators will take you on a journey through the grounds of Wittunga House to explore local flora and fauna, storytelling through nature, sensory play and conservation from a young child’s perspective.

 

Duration: 90 minutes

 

Cost (per student): $15 [+GST]

 

Target Audience: This program has been specifically designed for early years children and is available for Kindy/ELC/Reception groups.

 

Conditions: Minimum spend of $350.

A $200 cancellation fee applies if your confirmed booking is cancelled without rescheduling.

 

 

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