FNQ Nature Quest

25/05/2026

We have an important question and would love to hear your feedback below:

What is holding you back from bringing a child to our programs ?

Is it an unsuitable day or time ? 📆 🕥
Is the location too far away 📍
Is the creek or rainforest not the right environment for you or your child’s needs right now? 🌱
Is the cost of attending out of your financial reach? 💰
Do children or parents prefer other activities ⚽️
Maybe life is too busy? 💨

Or maybe we should also ask, what can we do to help you join us…We might not be able to remove all the barriers but we are keen to try and understand what they might be ☺️

24/05/2026

We would love to have you join us for our creators club after school tomorrow ♻️🛠️

3:30 - 5pm at Whitfield State School’s Loose parts playground 🙌

Book your spot now using the link below

https://events.humanitix.com/creators-club-mondays-term-2-2026

If your child has NDIS funding this program may be eligible under their plan, get in touch via email [email protected] to discuss further 🤙

We also accept PLAYON Voucher 🙌

18/05/2026

Love this ♥️

Children thrive when their uniqueness is celebrated. ✨

Instead of pushing them into paths that don’t fit, notice what sparks their curiosity and joy, and nurture that. 💡🌱

As Seth Godin says:
“Don’t waste a lot of time and money pushing kids into directions they don’t want to go. Instead, find out what weirdness they excel at and encourage them to do that. Then get out of the way.”

18/05/2026

🌿 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗨𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗵 𝗞𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘆 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗽! 🌿

Calling all early childhood educators! We’re excited to invite you to a one-day workshop with Nicki and Vicki from Wildlings Forest School on 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗠𝗮𝘆 𝟮𝟵𝘁𝗵, 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝟵 𝗔𝗠 𝘁𝗼 𝟯 𝗣𝗠 at The Northern Outlook, Redlynch.

This immersive training is perfect for those looking to dive into the world of nature play and understand the importance of a Bush Kindy program. You’ll explore the philosophies and history of Forest Schools, develop skills in reflective practice, and learn how to foster community support for your Bush Kindy. This is a hands on workshop held in our beautiful Rainforest Rugrats nature playgroup setting.

✨ **What You’ll Gain:**
- Insights into the principles of a high-quality Bush Kindy program
- Strategies for educating parents and involving the community
- Tools to support children’s autonomy and amplify their voices

Don’t miss this opportunity to reconnect with nature and enhance your teaching methods! 🌳

👉 **Secure your spot now:** [Get Tickets Here](https://ow.ly/h6Uf50Z0V9m)

Let’s inspire the next generation together! 🌼



Play Matters Cairns

17/05/2026

🌟 **Join Us Tomorrow for Creators Club!** 🌟

📍 **Location:** Loose Parts Playground, Whitfield
🕒 **Time:** 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
🔗 **Book Your Spot:** https://ow.ly/g87E50Z0HtT

We invite you to join us for an afternoon of exploration and creativity! Our Creators Club is all about child led risky play, and we need your support to keep this program thriving. So far, only 4 families have joined us this term annd we can’t sustain this program without more families getting involved…

✨ **Why Loose Parts Play?**
Engaging in child-led, loose parts play offers numerous benefits.
- **Creativity & Imagination:** Children can create their own games and stories.
- **Problem-Solving Skills:** They learn to navigate challenges and think critically.
- **Social Skills:** Kids develop teamwork and communication as they play together.
- **Physical Development:** Climbing, balancing, and exploring enhance motor skills.

Most importantly in such a busy world it is an opportunity for kids to be kids. Play, create, do whatever they need to do in the moment. A zombie apocalypse may unfold, but a child may also sift sand through their hands for the whole time. Whatever they chose to do, it will be exactly what they need in that moment and there will be no pressure from anyone else to do something different.

Our skilled playworkers ensure a safe environment with high supervision and low intervention, allowing children to explore freely.

We’d love your feedback on how we can improve—whether it’s adjusting days, times, or pricing. Your input is invaluable and we want to hear from you! Please comment below…

Let’s create magic together! 🌈✨♻️🛠️

Whitfield State School Kids About Cairns

12/05/2026

And you can hang swings off them 😉 Marc Armitage at Play

12/05/2026

🌟 Exciting News at FNQ Nature Quest! 🌟

We are thrilled to welcome Bec Danton to our team! 🎉 Bec has been a cherished member of the Nature Quest Community, bringing her children to our Rainforest Rugrats and Mountain Goats programs. Now, she joins us as a highly experienced Physiotherapist, ready to enhance our offerings with innovative outdoor-based treatments.

With Bec on board, our team now includes Mental Health Social Workers, Speech Therapy, and Physiotherapy services, ensuring a holistic and multidisciplinary approach to support our community. Whether through individual therapy or group programs, we are dedicated to helping you reconnect with nature and improve your physical and mental wellbeing.

Join us in welcoming Bec! 💚

11/05/2026

Some more great learnings from Children of the Forest 🙌 An example of quality Playwork, with so much going on behind the scenes to support contrasting play needs in the same shared space.