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The Benefits of Outdoor Play in All Weather

In today's world, tamariki (children) often spend more time indoors, especially when the weather turns cold or wet. However, embracing outdoor play in all weather conditions can have numerous benefits for tamariki - their health and well-being. ...

What to wear in winter???

We often get asked what should my child wear at Everyone Out? We recommend that for a winter day at Everyone Out tamariki should be dressed in:Woollen Hat and gloves/mittensWarm socks, probably two pairs if your child is wearing gum bootsWaterproof footwearAt least two layers on the bottom Trackpants and legging or thermals plus waterproof over trousersMANY layers on top. A singlet/T-shirtLong sleeved thermalThick woollen / polar fleece jersey / puffa jacketWaterproof jacketWe DO NOT recommend: ...

Join our team

We are looking for an enthusiastic person to join our holiday programme team!We currently have an Assistant Educator role available at our Crofton Downs site.You must:- Be available these winter school holidays: July 8th - 12th & 15th - 19th - At least 16 years of age- Passionate about working with tamariki- Love having fun in the outdoors- Be prepared to be outside in all weatherYou will be working with two other experienced educators who will support you in this role.What we can offer you...

Future of Huntleigh Girl Guide Centre

Future of Huntleigh Girl Guide Centre..... that we have loved using for the past 7 years!I have recently received confirmation that the Huntleigh Girl Guide centre is being sold or gifted, and as a result, Everyone Out will very likely be unable to hire the space beyond late August or September 2024 due to repair works. The exact timeline for the repair works and the centre's future use is uncertain, and it may be several months before the space becomes available to hire again if at all.Although...

Winter Holiday Programmes Open to Book

Bookings for our Winter Holiday programmes open at 2pm on Friday 31st May, 2024. Our winter programmes will run between July 8 - 15, 2024 at both Island Bay and Crofton Downs.Did you know that you can book as many or as few days at our holiday programmes as you like. Each day is the same but can be totally different. We don't have set activities or themes - we provide time, space and resources for tamariki (children) to play how they like. Activities will vary depending on the weather,...

Everyone Out Nature School Open Morning

You and your tamariki (children) are warmly invited to experience a Nature School session firsthand at our upcoming open morning.   Thursday, 13th June   10:30 AM - 11:30 AM   Huntleigh GirlGuiding Centre, 44 Silverstream Rd, Crofton DownsOur open mornings provide an excellent opportunity for you to immerse yourself in the Nature School environment and gain insight into our unique approach to learning. Parents are encouraged to participate alongside their tamaiti (c...

Join our Nature School Team

We are currently looking for a kaiako to join our Nature School Team. Our full-day programme allows kaiako to support tamariki to follow self selected goals in our beautiful natural environment. This opportunity is for someone with a strong background in education and a passion for the outdoors. Ideally a kaiako with primary school aged experience but open to experience in all ages. The role is perfectly suited to someone with play based learning experience who's looking to get outside one day a...

Nature School Open Mornings Term 1 2024

You and your tamariki (children) are invited to come and see a Nature School session in action.Join us at one for our open mornings, 10 - 11am at Everyone Out Nature School Thu 21 March, Huntleigh GirlGuiding Centre, 44 Silverstream Rd, Crofton Downs Wed 27 March, Island Bay Scout Hall, Dower Street, Island BayThese open mornings will give you both the opportunity to see what Nature School is all about. There is no cost to attend and pa...

Summer Event Series

This year we have teamed up with Greater Wellington to run two events in their Regional Parks. These events will be the Adventure Treasure Hunts that you all know and love.Discover the picturesque Wainuiomata Regional Park and Queen Elizabeth Park while working collaboratively to crack secret codes, unlock boxes and conquer challenges. Wainuiomata Regional Park - Saturday 9 MarchQueen Elizabeth Park - Saturday 16 MarchWainuiomata Regional Park is a hidden gem only 25 min...

Nature School is changing days

The Island Bay Friday Nature School group is moving to Thursday. We started our Friday sessions in term 2 this year but have had low enrolment numbers for 3 terms now, while our Wednesday sessions have been running a waitlist. So I have decided, given these low numbers and some of the feedback from whānau, that it's best to move these sessions starting from Term 1, 2024. Thursday at Island Bay is currently the only group with spaces available for new tamariki to join us in Term 1. Our...

Discounts, scholarships and payment plans

Did you know we offer limited 50% discounted community service card (CSC) spaces at our holiday programmes. These space are for whānau who hold a CSC and would find our fees a barrier to their tamariki (children) attending. They are limited to three sessions per child and families must apply before making a booking.We have a small internal scholarship fund made up from unused credits and privately donated funds. We use these funds to give discounts at both our holiday programmes and N...

Spring Holiday Programmes now open for bookings!

We will be running Holiday Programmes at Island Bay and Crofton Downs this spring. Book in as many days as you wish your child to attend - but don't delay as we normally full up pretty quickly.We don't have theme days or planned activities. Each day is the same but can be totally different. We provide time, space and permission for tamariki (children) to play how they like. Activities will vary depending on the weather, the group and their choices but we do normally finish with a ...

July Holiday Programme Open for Bookings

Bookings are open for our July Holiday programmes. There are still spaces at both Holiday Programme locations, Island Bay and Crofton Downs. Don't delay as some days are already fully booked.Did you know that you can book as many or as few days at our holiday programmes as you like. Each day is the same but can be totally different. We don't have set activities or themes - we provide time, space and resources for tamariki (children) to play how they like. Activities will very depe...

What's happening in June?

Read on to find out more about: July Holiday Programme - Book now to avoid missing out!Term 3 at Nature School Staff Update What to wear and pack for a day at Everyone Out?...

Increase to our Fees

Last month the New Zealand minimum wage increased by $1.50 (approximately 7%)  so in response we increased all staff wages.  This means that we are able to help our staff manage the increased living costs we have all been experiencing but unfortunately as a result our fees will be increasing. This increase will be for all programmes from July 2023.Holiday programmes - $67 / dayNature School - $75 / day  Please note that our no refunds policy will remain and ple...

Join our New Nature School Session

Do you know any tamariki who are keen to join us at Nature School. We are excited to announce we are opening a new Nature School session on Fridays at Island Bay. We currently have spaces available for a Term 2 start. We are accepting expressions of interest now....

We are hiring a Nature School Kaiako

Do you love the outdoors, tamariki and sharing knowledge and skills?  Are you energetic, positive and patient; an out of the box thinker, with a good old Kiwi Number 8 wire mentality, knowledge of and respect for Te Ao Māori?  Can you whip up a shelter at a moment’s notice? And do you know your bowline from your bow drill? If this sounds like you then you could be who we’re looking for!Everyone Out is on the hunt for someone who is ready to put on their wet weather gear ...

EVERYONE OUT Adventure Games

Our Adventure Games are back for 2023. Get out and explore Wellington's amazing green spaces with your whānau and friends. Work together and search for secret codes to unlock boxes hidden. Our courses are designed so everyone can take part and be challenged, from toddlers to teenagers, as well as adults of all ages.  There are three events across Wellington - do one or them all. These event are low cost, at $12 for a team ticket, but please let us know if the event fee ...

Summer Holiday Programmes booking up fast

We are running our Summer Holidays programmes in Crofton Downs and Island Bay from January 16 - 27th 2023, (excluding Wellington Anniversary, 23rd Jan).Bookings are open now and fulling up fast with some days already full. Don't delay - BOOK NOW!Please remember that we have a no refunds policy so consider your dates carefully before booking....

Nature School Open Days coming soon...

Are you interested in enrolling your child in Nature School in 2023? You and your tamariki (children) are invited to come and see a Nature School session in action. Join us at Everyone Out Nature School :Island Bay on Wednesday 16th Nov, from 10am until 11.30amCrofton Downs on Thursday 1 Dec, from 10am until 11.30am This open morning will give you both the opportunity to see what Nature School is like. Parents will remain at Nature School with their tamaiti (ch...

That's a wrap (almost) - October Holiday Programmes

It's so awesome to hear positive feedback from tamariki who attend our programmes. This is down to our amazing staff and the freedom they bravely allow the tamariki to have.  No two days are the same at our programmes as we don't follow set activities each day rather we provide space, time and resources for tamariki to enjoy in the way they want.  Mud was hugely popular at Crofton Downs this time around. From mining clay for art to full body muddy experiences. At Island Bay, the tamari...

Spring Holiday Programme Open for Bookings

Let's hope all the rain has fallen and we get a drier than normal spring.... fingers crossed! We are running programmes at Crofton Downs and Island Bay, from the 3rd Oct to the 14th October.  Our programme aims to provide a free play environment, offering children the opportunity to follow their own interests in an amazing natural environment. Some of the possible activities available during our programme include:- Exploring the bush and its inhabitants- Hut building- Arts and crafts, ...

New Nature School Team Members

I'd like to warmly welcome Charlotte and Renata to our Nature School Team. Charlotte and Renata have joined us at Nature School as assistant Kaiako. Charlotte is working on Tuesday at Crofton Downs and on Wednesday at Island Bay until Renata joins us in a couple of weeks. Renata will be taking over the Island Bay role. ...

Thank You

Thanks to Nuku Ora Tū Manawa Active Aotearoa fund we are able to have even higher Kaiako to tamariki ratios. This means we can support play that challenges all tamariki, help to assess risk all while continuing to meet everyone's needs. We will also be running our Family Events again in 2023 at a heavily discounted rate thanks to this fund as well. Keep an eye out we will post date soon! ...

What's happening at Nature School this Term?

If you didn't already know we run a One Day School during term time - Everyone Out Nature School, at Island Bay on Wednesdays and Crofton Downs on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Nature School is for all tamariki aged 5 to 12 years old, whether they attend main stream school or are homeschooled, we provide a rich learning environment where they can follow they own interests.  On top of our normal programme, this term we will: - Have a gardening expertise join us from Bunnin...