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Playful Nature Pedagogies

Step into a day of inspiration, connection and hands-on learning. Playful Nature Pedagogies is an in-person workshop that will give you the tools and confidence to bring nature play to life in your service. The program features a combination of presentations, hands-on workshops and reflections, with input from Aboriginal leaders and educators. Supporting resources for further reflection and guidance are also provided.

The program is designed to provide:

  • fresh insights into how children grow emotionally
  • practical ways to shape play-rich environments
  • tools to nurture friendships and social skills
  • playful strategies to boost communication and connection

Upcoming dates for 2026:

Term 3 – Playful Nature Pedagogies

    • Wednesday 5 August – BOOKED OUT
    • Thursday 6 August – BOOKED OUT
    • Tuesday 15 September
    • Thursday 17 September

Term 4 – Playful Nature Pedagogies

      • Friday 16 October

Plan Your 2027 Professional Learning

Term 1 – Directors Leadership Workshop

  • Wednesday 17 March
  • Thursday 18 March

Designed specifically for Centre Directors and Educational Leaders, this professional learning workshop provides an opportunity to network with peers, share ideas and plan for the year ahead. Together, we’ll explore practical strategies for leading nature play across your service, strengthening documentation and planning, engaging staff and families in your vision, and supporting children’s transition to school through meaningful nature-based learning. Leave with practical tools, fresh ideas and valuable connections to confidently embed nature play across your whole service.

Term 2 – Playful Nature Pedagogies

  • Wednesday 5 May
  • Thursday 6 May
  • Tuesday 18 May
  • Wednesday 19 May

Term 3 – Playful Nature Pedagogies

  • Friday 20 August
  • Monday 23 August
  • Tuesday 7 September
  • Wednesday 8 September

Places are limited — don’t miss out.

Duration:
Full day workshop
Cost (per student):
$375
Target Audience:
Early Years Educators
Conditions:
Program has been designed to address AEDC domains for the rollout of Universal 3-year old preschool
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Testimonials

A very informative, hands on professional development opportunity that opened my professional practice to include more nature play and why it is important for child development.

2026 Playful Nature Pedagogies attendee

I truly appreciated all the care and effort that was provided throughout the experience. All the staff were amazing, so positive, supportive, and welcoming. Everything was thoughtfully organised, and it created such a meaningful and enjoyable experience. I’m very grateful to have been part of it.

2026 Playful Nature Pedagogies attendee

A very hands on PD that provided real world experiences to support confidence in replicating at service. The information provided was supported with theoretical data to support implementation.

2026 Playful Nature Pedagogies attendee

Wonderful training. It’s made me feel inspired and motivated to explore and discover nature with my children.

2026 Playful Nature Pedagogies attendee

Our Partners

Green Adelaide

Green Adelaide is a South Australian Government supported organisation that is working towards a vision of a cooler, greener, wilder and climate-resilient metropolitan South Australia. The Green Adelaide area spans from the hills to the sea, encompassing 17 metropolitan council areas and about 1.3 million South Australians. Nature Play SA is funded by Green Adelaide and contributes to Adelaide National Park City.

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Our Partners

Department for Education

The Department for Education aims to ensure South Australia’s public education system can unlock every child’s potential now and in the future. Educators and staff work in partnership with families and communities to empower all children and young people with the knowledge, skills, and capabilities they need to become fulfilled individuals, active, compassionate citizens, and lifelong learners.

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Our Partners

The Department for Environment and Water

The Department for Environment and Water aims to help South Australians conserve, sustain and prosper. Their work in managing, conserving, and sustaining our environment and cultural resources is vital for the wellbeing of all South Australians.

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