FARM KIDS | SPRING SCHOOL HOLIDAY WORKSHOPS
Ages 5 and over
Join us these spring school holidays for a series of hands-on Farm Kids workshops and Mini Farmers days designed to connect children to real working farm life.
Each session begins with an interactive and educational tour of The Farm. Children will meet our cows, goats, chickens, sheep and bees, explore the flower crops, herb garden, orchard and veggie gardens, and learn how everything works together.
We introduce concepts such as pollination, healthy soils, composting, seasonal growing and regenerative farming in ways that are practical, playful and grounded in real farm experiences. Along the way, children will meet our friendly farm animals and, when available, taste fresh herbs, edible flowers and seasonal produce straight from the garden.
Learning is hands-on, sensory and rooted in connection to land, food, plants and animals.
SPRING SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM
Thursday 24 September | Workshop – Sunshine & Sunbeams!
9.30am – 12.30pm
Celebrate the arrival of spring while discovering why sunshine is one of nature’s greatest gifts. Children will learn how the sun helps plants grow, supports wildlife and provides the energy that keeps our gardens thriving through playful outdoor investigations.
Activities include making a natural zinc sunscreen, painting a vibrant sunshine-inspired artwork and exploring the farm to discover the important relationship between sunlight and life.
Friday 25 September | Mini Farmers – Buzz & Bloom!
9am – 3pm
Step into the fascinating world of bees and discover why these tiny pollinators are some of the hardest-working creatures on the farm. Children will learn how bees help grow our food, why flowering plants depend on pollinators and how we can create bee-friendly gardens at home.
Activities include rolling a pure beeswax candle, building a bee watering station to take home and enjoying a calming herbal tea ceremony with local honey.
Wednesday 30 September | Workshop – Nature Makers!
9.30am – 12.30pm
Slow down, explore and create using nature’s own treasures. Children will discover native seed pods, fragrant herbs and edible plants while learning about the incredible diversity growing around us.
Activities include painting native seed pods, making fragrant herb wands to dry at home and enjoying a guided nature walk to discover edible weeds and Australian bush foods.
Thursday 1 October | Mini Farmers – Feather & Nest!
9am – 3pm
Discover the amazing world of chickens and eggs while learning how pasture-raised hens play an important role on a regenerative farm. Children will explore the life cycle of an egg, learn how chicks develop and meet our feathered farm friends.
Activities include making eggshell beeswax candles, cooking pikelets using fresh farm eggs and candling eggs to discover what’s hidden inside before they hatch.
Friday 2 October | Mini Farmers – Hooves & Hearts!
9am – 3pm
Spend the day with some of the farm’s friendliest animals while discovering how goats help regenerative farms. Children will learn about caring for goats, what they eat, why they are excellent browsers and the many products goats provide.
Activities include decorating fresh muffins with homemade goat’s cheese icing, designing a dream goat paddock, and feeding and patting the goats while learning about their care.
Wednesday 7 October | Workshop – Lavender & Calm!
9.30am – 12.30pm
Relax, create and discover the calming qualities of one of the farm’s most loved plants. Children will explore the lavender garden while learning how this beautiful herb has been used for centuries.
Activities include blending soothing lavender bath salts, sewing a lavender pillow to take home and wandering through the lavender garden to discover the many uses of this fragrant plant.
Thursday 8 October | Mini Farmers – Flower Power!
9am – 3pm
Celebrate the beauty of spring flowers while learning why blooms are so important for bees, butterflies and healthy gardens. Children will explore flowering plants, discover how flowers become seeds and help create colourful spaces for future visitors to enjoy.
Activities include making a flower crown, designing a posy to take home and planting a colourful flower row in the farm garden.
Friday 9 October | Mini Farmers – Woolly Wonders!
9am – 3pm
Meet our gentle sheep and discover the journey from fleece to fibre. Children will learn how wool is grown, harvested and transformed into clothing while getting up close with our flock.
Activities include making a sheep pom-pom, learning simple weaving techniques using natural wool, and feeding and patting the sheep while discovering how wool becomes one of nature’s most sustainable fibres.
WHAT TO BRING
Children will need:
• Sturdy walking shoes
• Raincoat
• Sunhat
• Healthy lunch, snacks and water bottle for full-day sessions
• Morning tea and water bottle for half-day workshops
• Backpack to carry belongings
Please ensure all items are clearly labelled.
WHERE TO MEET
Meet at the Farm House opposite the restaurant.
Please look out for signs to guide you on arrival.
AGES
These workshops are suitable for children aged 5 and over.
Children aged 4 may attend with older siblings, however a parent or guardian must remain onsite at The Farm. Children as old as 15 have enjoyed our workshops.
Our Mini Farmers sessions offer a full-day working farm experience.
PRIVATE WORKSHOPS
If you can’t make one of our scheduled workshops, we can tailor a private Farm Kids experience especially for your group.
Please email info@kidzklub.com.au for more information.