This programme is based in the lower North Shore with the beautiful Little Shoal Bay as our base. The location offers a wealth of exciting and challenging play spaces for children to explore and learn in. There is a great tidal beach to explore and go on crab hunting adventures when the tide is out and also offers a shallow place to cool off in summer. Across the road is Le Roys Bush, offering a great place for the children to explore, including a stream that is home to many native species, such as the longfin eel.

 

Our programme is led by Kelly, who is our amazing ECE-trained teacher with over 20 years teaching experience, who is also a local to the area.

 

Our daily adventures include shelter building, whittling, discovering flora and fauna, self-directed nature play, exploratory walks, encounters with streams and the beach, and essential life skills like tool use and cooking.

 

At the heart of our approach is the recognition of the Tuakana-Teina relationship, where older children serve as mentors and leaders, fostering a sense of community and cooperation. Our child-led learning environment, complemented by planned activities based on the children's interests, ensures a holistic developmental experience.

 

This programme meets outside the Birkenhead Sea Scouts Den, 6 Council Terrace, Northcote.

 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

 

Our programme is led by registered and experienced teachers, supported by amazing and passionate teaching assistants.

 

Drop-off time is between 8:30am – 8:45am. Pick-up time is between 2:45pm – 3:00pm.

 

Term fees can be paid weekly or fortnightly, with the first payment due the day before the programme begins.

 

Exact meet-up location instructions will be emailed out closer to the time.