I nervously took on the role of Playgroup Leader earlier this year.  And my, I can’t imagine my week without it anymore!  We have SO much fun!

Term 2 saw us growing quite considerably, and so in Term 3 we added in a second playgroup, specifically for our budding 3/4 year olds. 

It has been such a blessing and honour to be forming close connections with the children and deepening my relationship with the families. 

Our open playgroup for 0-5 year olds on Thursday has us sharing in morning circle with seasonal songs, offering a moment for reflection on the blessings each season brings and noticing the changes in nature around us.  We all delight in the richness and smell of sourdough bread baking.  This is a favourite for all - the baking as well as the enjoyment of it! 

Our 3/4 year old playgroup is a smaller group with children committing to the term.  This has allowed for a predictability within the cohort of the group.  It has warmed my heart beyond measure to see our shyer children begin to open up and blossom.

Here, as well as the occasional bread baking day, we explore other seasonal craft and activities.  We have baked Denise’s much loved Apple cake, created our own little nut people, explored painting and the colour blue and crafted barky boats and floated them in the neighbouring pond of the earth station. 

Our morning circle begins to incorporate more body geography with rhymes and games, fostering connection to ourselves and our bodies. 

Below are some pictures of some of our creations. 

If you’d like to join in our fun, or know someone who would, please contact either the office staff or myself at laura@goldenhill.wa.edu.au.

In blessings, 

Laura