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From $135.00 to $150.00 per session
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Run by Wise Earth Bush School
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This is WEBS outdoor learning program that provides opportunities for students to collaborate
and make decisions with adults rather than following adults.
PLEASE NOTE: This program is for students who are 5 years and older and who have completed a minimum of one to two terms of our Bush School program or a number of our Bush School Holiday sessions.
Introduction and Orientation
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A welcome invitation is offered to new families enrolling into Bush School to share their child's birth story which will provide invaluable insight and tools for student development and growth before stepping into Skill Schools diverse array of annual skill mastery and journey experiences. When your child enrolls into Skill School they will have established our Bush School agreements and have developed positive partnerships with our learners and leaders.
Introduction to the Rites of Passage badge framework and skill development areas:
Navigation
Guided nature walks, sensory games, exploration of local flora and fauna
Badge Focus: Earth Walker
Tool Use
Play-based learning with tools (e.g., woodworking, basic gardening)
Badge Focus: Craftsman
Adventure Play
Outdoor obstacle courses, team-building games, and adventure play
Badge Focus: Adventure Seeker, Team Builder
Natural Art & Craft
Creating art from natural materials, and handicrafts inspired by nature
Badge Focus: Natural Artist
Seasonal Activities:
Seasonal Water Play
Water games, seasonal water exploration
Badge Focus: Aqua Explorer
Weather Patterns and Identification
Learning about local weather patterns, and weather observation
Badge Focus: Climate Tracker
Fire Safety
Learning different ways to start a safe fire and extinguish it
Badge Focus: Fire Keeper
Water Harvest and Conservation
Badge Focus: Water Guardian
Learning the practice of rainwater cycle, reduce water wastage and promote sustainability
Leadership Sessions:
Communication
Storytelling sessions, oral traditions, group discussions
Badge Focus: Storyteller
Music and Movement
Music exploration, rhythmic exercises, and group movement activities
Badge Focus: Music Maker
Leadership Skills & Dramatic Play
Role-playing scenarios, and dramatic play activities
Badge Focus: Actor
Environmental Awareness Projects
Gardening, Planting, and Bush Medicine
Gardening activities, planting native species, learning about bush medicine
Badge Focus: Green Thumb
Environmental Awareness Projects
Hands-on environmental projects (e.g. recycling initiatives, habitat restoration)
Badge Focus: Earth Warrior
Mentorship and Community Engagement
Mentorship opportunities with intergenerational community members.
Family involvement through workshops, events, and volunteering opportunities
We document progress through Tracking Skill Development and Badge System
Daily journaling to document reflections
Each family tracks their progress through badge levels in various skill areas
Badge ceremonies and celebrations to acknowledge achievements and milestones
End-of-Term Celebrations
Showcases of childrenβs work and achievements.
Community gatherings to celebrate learning and growth.
Why Choose WEBS?
Holistic Development
Emphasis on physical, mental, social, and emotional well-being
Experiential Learning
Hands-on activities in natural settings to deepen understanding and connection
Community and Mentorship
Building long-term relationships and fostering a sense of belonging
Flexible and Innovative
Non-traditional approach that complements traditional schooling
Rites of Passage Culture
In an innovative setting, students experience a context of safe adventure fostering self-reliance, leadership, responsibility, resilience, courage and health and fitness
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Outdoor education cultivates leadership skills in all students, enhances essential capabilities like communication and critical thinking, and builds confidence through real-world challenges. By mastering new skills and working collaboratively, students develop resilience and self-assurance, preparing them to thrive as courageous leaders in an ever-evolving world.
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