our programs
Our small group learning programs & classes for children & teens run Tuesday - Thursday during the school terms.
We also offer workshops, events and seasonal celebrations throughout the year, for adults and the whole family!
Please see below for our semester timetables, general Village Learning information and specific information on our programs and classes for each age group.
ADDITIONAL INFO
Programs may incur additional fees. Most programs incur a resource contribution of $30 per semester is also added to each child’s tuition fees, along with a small levy of $10 per semester, to cover the Village Learning Collectives basic expenses. As well as a contribution to space hire, for our exclusive custom built School Spaces at the Commonplace Vasse farm venue we run the VLC from *fees may be pro-rated for shorter programs
Please see program and fee information below.
Fees are required to be paid in full immediately upon enrolment via cash payment or direct deposit.
Payment plans via PayThen app are available on request *additional 4% processing fee applies.
Please note, all fees are non-refundable as they are required to secure our educators for the program enrolment period in advance.
Age Groups
Please note that our program age groups are a guide only are not hard and fast.
We take into consideration each child’s individual development, capacity and needs and make our program placements based on a holistic perspective.
Babies & Toddlers
0-4 years
Possums Playgroup
Tuesdays 10am - 12noon
About: Our Possums Playgroup is parent-led and run, with a focus on open-ended play, connection and creativity in nature.
Each week our parents rotate as parent leaders, leading the morning song circle and a simple activity for all the possums to enjoy. Enjoy a warm drink + food from the cafe.
When: Thursdays 9:30 - 11:30am
Where: Village Learning, at Commonplace Vasse
Group size: Max 12 families
Fees: $20/ per term donation for Coop membership / running
Early Primary
4-6 years
Joeys Early Primary Program (4-6)
Tuesdays 9:30 am - 1:30 pm
Joeys Early Primary + Transition (3.5 - 6)
Thursdays 9.30am - 1.30pm
About: Our Early Years classes are facilitated weekly drop & leave sessions with fully qualified, highly experienced and wonderful early years Waldorf-trained Educators Sally & Kate. Our Educators also have diverse backgrounds from international Forest Schools to homeschooling their own children. Sessions focus on exploration, sensory & early learning experiences, physical challenges, nature craft, bushwalking, songs and stories and lots of time for unstructured play.
Our younger Joeys (3.5 - 4) are welcome to come along on Thursdays and start the “transition” to Early Primary, with extra guidance and support, and with your participation.
When: Tues & Thurs 9:30am - 1:30pm
Where: Village Learning, at Commonplace Vasse
Group size: Max 12 children *Min numbers apply
Fees: $800 per semester, per day attending, *Plus some small additional contributions (coop levvy, resource fee & space use contribution)
Families are also required to provide at least 1 session of care-giver help per term to support our educators.
Middle Primary
7-9 years
Middle Primary Program (Approx: Grades 1-4)
Tuesdays 9:30 am - 1:30 pm
About: A holistic and engaging program with experienced and diverse educator Kate Reilly (a homeschooling mother herself, and Waldorf & Mainstream trained Teacher with a diverse educational background). The children will explore a range of subjects together including maths, science, language arts, geography, handwork and arts, in a whole-being centred, creative and interest led way.
The program is a drop and leave programme in the delightful outdoor Schoolroom at Commonplace Vasse. The programme has its roots in STEM (Science, technology, engineering and mathematics) but incorporates a wholistic approach, which encourages children to ‘switch’ on their brains, with whole body movement, art and craft, free play, and child led explorations into interest areas.
When: Tuesday 9:30am - 1.30pm
Where: Village Learning, at Commonplace Vasse
Group size: Max 12 children
Fees: Approx. $800 per semester *Plus some small additional contributions (coop levvy, resource fee & space use contribution)
Families are also required to provide at least 1 session of care-giver help per term to support our educators.
Primary Years
7 - 12 years
Primary Years (7 - 12 year olds)
(Approx: Grades 2-6)
About: A holistic and engaging program with experienced and diverse educator Kate Reilly (a homeschooling mother herself, and Waldorf & Mainstream trained Teacher with a diverse educational background). The children will explore a range of subjects together including maths, science, language arts, geography, handwork and arts, in a whole-being centred, creative and interest led way.
The program is a drop and leave programme in the delightful outdoor Schoolroom at Commonplace Vasse.The programme has it’s roots in STEM (Science, technology, engineering and mathematics) but incorporates a wholistic approach, which encourages children to ‘switch’ on their brains, with whole body movement, art and craft, free play, and child led explorations into interest areas.
When: Wednesdays 9:30am - 1.30pm
Where: Village Learning, at Commonplace Vasse
Group size: Max 12 children
Fees: Approx. $800 per semester *Plus some small additional contributions (coop levvy, resource fee & space use contribution)
Families are also required to provide at least 1 session of care-giver help per term to support our educators.
Rewild Program - 8 - 12 year olds.
(Approx: Grades 3 - 6)
About: Our Rewild Program with Andrew is a meeting place between kids passions and the changing seasons. Utilising his skills in bushcraft, wilderness awareness, creativity and storytelling, combined with his Steiner education training, Andrew provides an engaging atmosphere of exploration and discovery. Specialised in the 8-Shields framework, the program is permeated with core nature-connection routines to cultivate meaningful experiences with each other and nature. Kids can expect to take on fun projects, play exhilarating games, cultivate their skills with knife and fire, find calm in the wind, have courageous conversations, and explore our majestic home on country. Come and join us as we explore our wild belonging.
Adolescents 12-16 years
Adolescent Specialist Classes (12 - 16 year olds)
(Approx grades 7 - 10)
*This program is not currently running. Please get in touch if you are a parent who would like to coordinate a program or if you are an educator who would like to teach a class.
Adults
Crafting with Kate
Each week, after Tuesday classes, it’s the parents turn to gather in the School Room whilst the children play! Kate Reilly (and other parents who offer!) guides us gently through a chosen craft activity each week. Sometimes this is doll / toy making, knitting farm animals, visible mending, wet felting, and more!
Young children are welcome to come and play while you work.
Payment: Cash, varies. Up to $15 per session including instruction, guides + materials.
All welcome! You do not have to have a child enrolled in a program, to attend.
Message Kate on 68cabbages@gmail.com or text 0408911222
Parent Education Book Club
In 2025 we will be voyaging through Charlotte Masons six volumes together. We will read one volume over 2 months, beginning in January and finishing in December, and will throughout the year to share and discuss.
For more info or to join the Book Club, Contact us at hello@villagelearning.net.au
Parent Community Workshops
Parenting and education support workshops with experienced Steiner educator and family therapist in training, Sally Upchurch.
Contact us at hello@villagelearning.net.au for upcoming dates and registration.
Whole Family
Seasonal Celebrations & Events
Village learning hosts open, all inclusive multi-faith seasonal celebrations and events throughout the year.
Our seasonal celebrations & events offer beautiful opportunities for our community to come together as a whole throughout the year, strengthening friendships and connections whilst honouring special moments and times of year together.
They also offer an opportunity for new families to connect with our community and get a feel for what Village Learning is all about!
Join our mailing list to hear about upcoming Village Learning events.