Educated by Nature is a world leader in play-based nature education. Since 2014, Educated by Nature has travelled the world sharing our expertise through workshops, speaking engagements and consultation sessions. After ten years of running programs with thousands of Australian children, Educated by Nature has developed a suite of research based, effective pedagogies to bring education outdoors. Drawing on a lifetime of learning, experience and love of nature – our facilitators weave current research with practical examples to provide comprehensive programs for educators, parents and children.
Reflections on Recent Tours
- David Sobel: Key Takeaways from our Discussion
- Reflections from Ontario: Risk, Play, and Nature Connection
- A Visit with David Sobel and Jennifer Kramer: Exploring Nature, Education, and Connection in New Hampshire’s Monadnock Region
- A Morning at Harrisville Children’s Centre: Learning Through Nature and Play
- Connecting Children to Nature: A Journey of Discovery and Growth
- Realising the Vision: Reflections from the Early Childhood Australia National Conference 2024
- Reflecting on the 2024 Play Matters Collective Summit: Listening to Children’s Voices and Standing Up for the Right to Play
- Perspectives of Play: National Play, Playing and Playwork Conference 2024
Upcoming Visits
Brisbane: Regulation Before Education
In this forum, we’ll step back from curriculum demands to focus on the foundational role of emotional regulation. In a calming, natural environment, we’ll explore regulation theory, understand its heightened importance today, and discuss the invaluable role of outdoors, movement, play, and connection. You’ll gain practical tools and strategies to support co-regulation and self-regulation, and develop an action plan to enhance these opportunities in your setting.