What is Nature Buddies?
Children need a connection to nature to thrive. In a world where consumerism and a digital world is taking over, let's get back to basics. Nature Buddies is a nature play school set in the bush. Children who come will belong, play, connect with nature, friends and themselves.
Our aim is to build a love for all living things, to understand nature's cycles, to build confidence and independence to enhance all aspects of their lives through outdoor play.
Children will be free to choose, run, climb, explore our amazing bushland whilst being supported and guided by dedicated staff. Our ethos is to provide activities to explore nature, grow skills and learn about our amazing place we call home at Manly Dam. Nature play at its best!
Our Teachers
Vicki Hart
Forest School Leader
Hi, my name is Vicki Hart. I am the proud founder of Nature Buddies. My dream is to connect children with nature so that their love of it flows through their lives and permeates their inner self. If we can grow a generation of children who understand, appreciate, and love our earth then there is much more chance of them looking after it for our future generations.
My passion is to see children grow in confidence, self esteem and resilience all through nature play. Think back to your favourite childhood memory - was it outdoors? Nature is where memories are made, friendships forged and the seeds of confidence grow.
I am a qualified Level 3 Forest School Leader with Cert III in Childcare and first aid trained. I am a mum of 2 beautiful children and an avid nature lover.