Professional development
Nature play: The value of children learning on, and being in nature
Professional development for early childhood and OSHC professionals
Outdoor learning, bush kinder and forest schooling are growing in popularity – and for good reason. Not only does nature play provide sensory experiences that support children’s emotional regulation, it also offers invaluable opportunities for risky play. Things like climbing onto logs, jumping in puddles and rough and tumble play support children to learn to assess risk, solve problems and build confidence – all with flow-on effects that promote positive behaviour. This package will support your educator team with inspiring ideas to incorporate nature play into your early childhood or OSHC program.
Package: Ignite
2 hours of PD – workshop
Package starts from $659 + GST for your team or service (member price)
Educator numbers may affect the quote. Any travel or accommodation costs for It Takes A Village consultants are additional.
- Explore the benefits of the outdoor learning environment for children’s development and wellbeing
- Learn the value of risky play and natural materials in building children’s skills and confidence
- Explore how children of different ages experience and interact with the environment
- Get inspiring ideas for nature play and outdoor environments
Use your School Readiness Funding
This PD aligns with QA1, 2 and 3 and APST 3 and 4. It contributes towards the 20 hours of required PD for VIT renewal of registration.What early childhood services are saying
Lots of knowledge was given and discussed in a simple way that encouraged conversation.
– Educator, long day care
The leaders were very engaging and clear with their ideas.
– Ruby (Educator), Eltham Child Care Co-operative
Why choose It Takes A Village for your professional development?
- We will come to your service – whether you’re in metro Melbourne or regional Victoria – or we can deliver your PD virtually
- Fully customisable PD to match your quality improvement goals, your team’s development areas and your budget
- Our expert consultants have 150+ years’ lived experience in the field, which means you get practical, relatable PD that you can immediately apply in your service
- It Takes A Village members get a 25% discount on professional development
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