As parents, we know how important it is to find fun and engaging programs for our children. These activities offer more than just entertainment; they provide valuable opportunities for kids to socialise, build friendships, and enhance their communication skills and emotional intelligence.
Participating in local programs around Killara and the Upper North Shore can boost your child’s confidence and self-esteem as they learn new skills and hobbies in a supportive environment. Additionally, these activities can ignite passions that may lead to lifelong hobbies or even careers.
Our community has a variety of wonderful programs to offer. Here are some of our favourite local programs:
Nature Play significantly enhances all aspects of early childhood development – physical, cognitive, social, and emotional. Outdoor play in nature fosters resilience, self-confidence, initiative, and gross motor skills.
Ku-Ring-Gai Wildflower Garden Nature Play programs offer weekly activities specially designed for children aged 0 to 4 and 4 to 6. These sessions involve a fun morning of play-based investigation and discovery in nature, led by experienced Environmental Education Rangers.
Nature Play runs on selected weekday mornings between 10 am and 11:30 am.
Les Petit Painters Chatswood offers art lessons that stimulate young minds and supports their overall development. Their passionate team loves sharing art with kids, inspiring them to be creative and curious.
Engaging in art with Les Petit Painters can:
Art also enhances thinking and reasoning skills. Activities like painting, drawing, and crafting improve observation and attention to detail, valuable skills as children grow. We use everyday objects in our art projects to help kids connect words with visual cues.
My Gym Ryde is a children’s fitness center that offers classes, programs, and activities designed to promote physical fitness and development in young children.
The main focus of My Gym is on children aged 6 weeks to 10 years old and include age-appropriate activities such as gymnastics, sports, music, dance, and more.
These activities are aimed at enhancing children’s coordination, balance, flexibility, and overall physical fitness in a fun and supportive environment.
Each My Gym location is independently owned and operated, but they all generally follow the same philosophy of promoting fitness through play and structured activities.
Many My Gym centers also offer birthday parties, camps, and other special events for children.
Over the years, My Gym has become a popular choice for parents looking to provide their children with opportunities for physical activity and social interaction in a safe and engaging setting.
Located in East Lindfield, lies a haven for children and parents alike: Itty Bitty Dance East Lindfield. More than just dance classes, it’s a place where movement transforms into fun-filled learning experiences.
At Itty Bitty Dance East Lindfield, children explore dance techniques and terminology while building friendships and essential motor skills. With passionate instructors trained in early childhood education, every class is a nurturing environment for children.
Parents are welcomed into the studio during initial lessons, fostering a sense of comfort for children, especially those with separation anxiety.
Itty Bitty Dance isn’t just about movement; it’s about creating lasting memories and igniting a love for dance from the start.
Y Swim School Ku-ring-Gai is dedicated to fostering water safety and a love for swimming in children of all ages and abilities. With certified instructors who prioritise personalised lessons tailored to individual needs and goals, every child receives the guidance they need to thrive in the water.
Learning to swim at a young age offers numerous benefits, including enhanced water safety awareness, improved physical development, boosted confidence, and opportunities for social interaction.
Y Swim School’s programs not only teach essential life skills but also cultivate a lifelong appreciation for swimming and fitness.
We nurture the full potential of tomorrow’s leaders through early education and purposeful play.
5 Manning Rd,
1300 33 5367
hello@littleleos.com.au
Mon-Fri from 7am to 6pm
