rainy day activities

30 Apr 2024

18 Indoor Kids Cafes and Play Centres near Ryde

by RDM | posted in: Activities, Home Page, Life | 1

For those days when it’s too cold or rainy to be outside, we have got you covered! Here’s our list of indoor kids cafes and play centres near Ryde…

29 Nov 2023

Local Pools + Baths to Keep You Cool This Summer!

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When the weather heats up, there’s nothing better than jumping into a pool! Here are all the local Aquatic Centres and Ocean Baths to keep you cool on h…

24 Mar 2022

11 Rainy Day Activities Around Ryde

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Don’t worry, there is plenty to do when the rain sets in. Here’s our list of things to keep you busy in the Ryde area while still keeping (relativ…

22 Oct 2018

Ghostly and Ghoulish Crafting With Little People

by RDM | posted in: Craft, Life | 0

by Juliet Rogers

We love a bit of craft in our house. These craft ideas have been inspired by Halloween and were lots of fun to prepare!

Ghostly T…

26 Mar 2017

Decorated Cookies for Easter

by RDM | posted in: Craft, Easter, Food, Life | 0

by Rebecca Lee

EASTER! Are you kidding? I’m still finding snap lock bags of leftover ham in my freezer!

If, like me, Easter has crept up on you like a creepy man …

1 Mar 2017

7 Activities Perfect for Indoor Days

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by Bianca Dowling

Lets face it, when you’re parenting young children it’s not unusual for the house to start looking like a preschool. Egg cartons with feat…

8 Jan 2017

Review: The Beach at the Cutaway

by RDM | posted in: Featured Events, Life, What's On | 0

By Rebecca Lee

One of the highlighted activities of this year’s Sydney Festival is The Beach at the Cutaway, in Barangaroo Reserve.
It’s a man made beach of 1…

11 Dec 2016

Don’t Leave Childhood or Parenthood Without Reading These Books With Your Early Readers!

by RDM | posted in: Life, Parenting | 0

by Kate Sawtschuk

I have always loved children’s books, even well beyond my childhood and prior to having kids. They transport me to a place of comfor…

21 Sep 2016

Craft With Little People (Part 2)

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By Juliet Rogers, Natalie Hogan and Meredith Gordon

Welcome to the second instalment of craft ideas for you to make with your little ones. We hope you liked t…

6 Sep 2016

Craft With Little People

by RDM | posted in: Craft, Life | 0

By Juliet Rogers, Natalie Hogan and Meredith Gordon

Welcome to RDMs first instalment of craft ideas for you to make for or with your little ones. Th…

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Wed May 8, 2024

Currambena Preschool and Primary School Information Morning
08/05/2024 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Empowering young minds through progressive education and democratic principles, Currambena fosters confident, compassionate learners ready to thrive in a dynamic world.

Come along to an Information Morning and find out more about how we’re different.

Currambena is a democratic school on Cammeraygal land on the North Shore of Sydney that offers truly child-centred education for both pre- and primary school children. Established 55 years ago and based on strong research foundations, we have long been recognised as a leader in innovative educational thinking. At Currambena we deliver a holistic approach to learning, with the help of a flexible curriculum, which focuses on developing a child’s skills for life as well as academic results.

Step into a world of educational innovation and inspiration at Currambena. Since 1969, Currambena has led the way in progressive education, nurturing young minds to become confident, creative thinkers. Here, learning is a boundless adventure, where children are encouraged to explore, question, and discover at their own pace. With our small class sizes and personalised approach, Currambena cultivates a nurturing environment where each child’s unique talents and interests are celebrated, fostering a lifelong love for exploration and discovery. Every child receives the attention they need to flourish academically and emotionally. Research shows that this kind of environment stimulates a long-term love of learning as well as a holistically developed and resilient child. Through our dynamic blend of stage-based learning and democratic principles, students emerge as empowered, self-assured individuals ready to embrace the challenges of tomorrow. Join our warm, inclusive community, and embark on a journey of lifelong learning and growth.

The primary school is registered by the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) and we adhere to the NESA curricula.

To Be Inspired and find out more about Currambena’s approach to learning, see our website, email us at enquiries@currambena.nsw.edu.au, call on 02 9427 0644, or come to an Information Morning session. Dates for the next Information Mornings are 8 May, 5 June and 31 July.

Sat May 11, 2024

High Trees Early Learning Centre Open Day
11/05/2024 @ 9:30 am - 1:00 pm

High Trees Early Learning Centre OPEN DAY!

Saturday 11th May

9:30am – 1:00pm

27 Malvina St, Ryde

Nestled close to a reserve at the end of Malvina Street, Ryde (near to Ryde Secondary College), High Trees Early Learning is a small (40 places), family-owned and operated Centre in Ryde, offering a warm and inviting environment for children aged 2-6. High Trees isn’t just a place for learning; it’s a place for growth, creativity, and community engagement for children!

Recently reopened, the Centre has been refurbished and offers bright, open plan rooms with exceptional visibility of children and great ventilation. All equipment and furniture is brand new and set up in a carefully considered manner so that the environment is not only fresh and inviting, but caters to the needs and safety of the children.

The Centre is open Monday-Friday, 7am-6pm (closed for 2 weeks over Christmas and New Year).

Fees are $130 per day, and include all meals and nappies.

This is a great opportunity to explore the Centre, meet the educators and ask any questions you may have!

***Enrol to start before 30th June 2024, and enjoy the first 2 weeks free! (T&Cs apply)***

To register, please visit our website www.hightreesearlylearning.com.au or call (02) 9809 2164.

We look forward to seeing you there!

www.hightreesearlylearning.com.au

info@hightreesearlylearning.com.au

(02) 9809 2164

Mon May 13, 2024

Kindergym Free Trial
13/05/2024 - 26/05/2024 @ All Day

Do you have a little one under 5 years? Are you interested in developing their social, cognitive, and physical skills while preparing them for school? Our Kindergym programs aim to assist in healthy development and learning through play.

From May 13^th to May 26^th, we are offering one FREE trial class for our Kindergym programs!

Our Kindergym programs include:

Play Gym: Ages 12 months to 2 years.

In the Play Gym class, coaches and parents/caregivers work together in the class to support our little gymnasts. Learning and exploring through play, little gymnasts can develop their problem-solving skills, safe risk taking and fundamental movement skills.

Mini Gym: Ages 18 months to 3 years

In the Mini Gym class, coaches and parents work together in the class to support our little gymnasts to discover more about their surroundings, begin to develop fundamental movement skills, and develop coordination and motor skills.

Junior Gym: Ages 3 to 5 years

In the Junior Gym class, coaches work with their little gymnasts to develop school ready behaviours. Children learn fundamental gymnastics skills and motor movements, using all apparatus over a two-week

If you’re interested to book and claim your free trial, follow this link!

For more information contact us:

Website: https://sport.mq.edu.au/programs/gymnastics

Email: sportprograms@mq.edu.au

Phone: (02) 9850 7636

Fri May 24, 2024

Seussical the Musical
24/05/2024 @ 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm

Seussical is a magical musical extravaganza that brings your favourite Dr Seuss characters to life in a colourful production that’s fun for the whole family.

Woven throughout the story are powerful messages of inclusion, equality, friendship, loyalty, advocacy and standing up for others who don’t have a voice. With colourful costumes, catchy songs and an incredibly talented cast, it’s a show not to be missed!

The production will run for six shows:

Friday 24 May @ 7:30pm
Saturday 25 May @ 1:30pm (with photo opportunities with your favourite characters after the show)
Saturday 25 May @ 7:30pm
Friday 31 May @ 7:30pm
Saturday 1 Jun @ 1:30pm (with photo opportunities with your favourite characters after the show)
Saturday 1 June @ 7:30pm

Tickets are available from https://www.hillsmtc.com

Tables are set cabaret style so you can bring your own snacks to enjoy during the show or purchase tea/coffee/soft drinks/chips/chocolate from the on-site kiosk.

Sat May 25, 2024

Seussical the Musical
25/05/2024 @ 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm

Seussical is a magical musical extravaganza that brings your favourite Dr Seuss characters to life in a colourful production that’s fun for the whole family.

The production will run for six shows:

Tickets are available from https://www.hillsmtc.com

Tables are set cabaret style so you can bring your own snacks to enjoy during the show or purchase tea/coffee/soft drinks/chips/chocolate from the on-site kiosk.

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