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Playful Pedagogies

Nature Play SA

Service type:
Program
Support category:
Educator upskilling
Primary AEDC domain:
Emotional maturity
Secondary AEDC domains:
  • Physical health and wellbeing
  • Social competence
  • Language and cognitive skills
  • Communication skills and general knowledge
Based in:
Blackwood
Delivery location:
Southern Adelaide
Delivery mode:
In-person
Program delivery:
By ec staff with training
Tiered intervention:
Tier 1 universal whole service
Cost:
Moderate ($200 to $2000 per person/item/hour)

Description

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.

For more information, visit: https://natureplaysa.org.au/educators/professional-development-2/

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

Expected outcomes for this program are:

  • improved understanding of emotional development in early childhood
  • improved ability to adapt environments to promote active play
  • improved ability to implement strategies to support social skill development and
  • improved integration of play based learning to enhance communication.

How this is delivered

The one-day program is delivered in-person at Nature Play SA in Wittunga Botanic Gardens, featuring a combination of presentations, workshops and reflections. Sessions are supported by Aboriginal facilitators. Please note: Playful Nature Pedagogies sessions are limited throughout the year. Please visit the Nature Play SA website to view upcoming training dates and availability.

Cost

The program is delivered for $375 per person (including catering).

Contact the provider

Contact name: Narrah Zollo

Contact email: info@natureplaysa.org.au

Contact phone: 08 8490 0868

Contact website: https://natureplaysa.org.au/educators/professional-development-2/

About the organisation

Nature Play SA, based in Blackwood SA, supports communities to strengthen their wellbeing and connection with nature through evidence-based outdoor learning, play and conservation. Over the past decade they have mentored educators and worked with thousands of students, families, and learning providers to improve wellbeing and childhood development.

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