Join us for a bush playgroup program  (9 weeks) at Ricketts Point Marine Sanctuary located on the traditional lands of the Bunurong people in Beaumaris. It’s the perfect place to introduce kids to the wonder of Victoria’s underwater marine life with sandstone platforms are home to an array of marine creatures and are excellent for rockpool exploration.

Our Beach Playgroup incorporates hands-on, child-led learning and sensory play through a range of nature-based activities, nature crafts, storytelling, songs and a rock pool exploring.

Eco Explorers bush playgroups are facilitated by qualified and experienced nature play educators (read more about our team here) .

Playgroup allows parents to disconnect from their busy lives (and technology) and re-connect with their child in nature. The sessions are relaxed and completely child led and parents are encouraged to follow their child’s lead.

Beach playgroup is an all weather outdoor playgroup so you need to make sure you bring appropriate weather protection and clothing.  Our playgroup will only be cancelled in the event of an extreme weather warning; fire, storm, high temperatures and strong wind.

Session 1. Bush Babies: ages: 0 – 2  years

Session 2. Tawny Toddlers: ages 2 – 4 years

*Both programs are the same but run to cater for the specific age groups. Siblings can attend any age groups.

*Parents are responsible for their children at all times.