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What's On - Courses & Classes

Here at The Well we are excited to offer your family opportunities to connect with nature, yourselves and your community. We have many different classes, courses, groups and events scheduled throughout the year to boost your kiddos’ creativity, confidence, wellness and the wellbeing of planet Earth. We would love to invite you to try a variety of activities to see which ones fit you best.

 

 

 

Age Groups for Classes:

Pre-school: 2-5 years

Lower Primary: 6-9 years

Tweens / Upper Primary: 10-13 years

Teens: 13-17 years

 

All of our age ranges are a guide only. We prefer parents and carers to enrol their children based on their developmental age not their actual age. If you are unsure if a class will be appropriate for your child, please speak to one of our friendly team members and they will direct you to the right classes.

 

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Sensory Playgroup – A sensitive playgroup with no forced interaction or loud music. Gentle and open-ended sensory play for children including songs, soft play equipment, messy play and sensory toys. A great way for parents and carers to make friends and spend quality time with their little ones. These groups also suit kiddos with sensory processing issues or additional needs or those who feel overwhelmed by large, noisy group activities. Facilitated by Miree from Green Earth Kids. 

Homeschool Connect – A social group for homeschooling families to meet, learn and play together. Indoor/outdoor activities, STEM, sensory and more. Tea/coffee/juice provided, BYO fruit to share. Facilitated by Miree from Green Earth Kids. 

Tabletop Titans – Getting tweens & teens back into wholesome board games! Learn 1 to 2 new games each week. Games include the classics and brand new releases plus some role playing like Dungeons and Dragons. All games are age appropriate and a light dinner is provided. Led by passionate gamer Andy from Green Earth Kids. 

Eco Craft & Play – Fun sessions where lower primary aged kids can make craft from natural and recycled materials as well as play with themed games and nature sensory play trays. The perfect mix of creativity and fun! Facilitated by Miree from Green Earth Kids.

Mindfulness MeditationMindfulness and meditation sessions assist with relaxation, stress relief and personal empowerment. They help to connect people with nature and with their deeper selves. Participants will feel increased peace, belonging and a greater sense of purpose through this gentle but powerful practise. Facilitated by Clare from Inspire U Hypnotherapy. 

Yoga & Music – Children will love the creative poses, stretches and activities they explore in these interactive and fun sessions. Through the use of pictures, props and instruments Ros from Hearth Nature Play will help children to become calm and listen to their bodies while learning the basics of rhythm and music making with her fun and gentle approach.

Counselling – Our in-house counsellor Kaye Lock runs Balanced Kids Counselling. Kaye’s sessions provide a safe space for children, teens and their families to explore and seek to understand some of the challenges that get in the way of being our best selves. Balanced Kids supports each aspect of human development, focussing on mental, physical, social, emotional and spiritual wellbeing.

To Book a Counselling Session click here

Dietitian – Deepika Jain is our qualified and passionate dietitian with over 8 years experience in the industry both in India and Australia. She has specialised in therapeutic diets in hospitals and diet clinics. Dietitians can help to provide nutritional information to parents and children including healthy eating and address food challenges like picky eaters and allergy-friendly diets.  

$5 Drop-in Play - These time slots are just for you to drop in and play without needing to book. Great for those days when your kids just need to get out of the house! You are free to play in our fully fenced outdoor area and during winter you can also enjoy our indoor space. (These sessions are not facilitated and additional resources like messy play and craft are limited.)

 

PLEASE NOTE:

**For children under the age of 12 years, parents and carers MUST STAY with their children for the duration of the session. 

*Classes and groups will only run with a minimum of 4 enrolments per group. Groups that do not go ahead will go onto a wait list for the following term. 

Current wait listed groups are:

  • Preschool Reading & Writing Head Start
  • Small Group Singing  

To register your interest in these groups and classes please email us!