All registrations are completed through https://elements.aimyplus.com or email elementsprogrammes@gmail.com for more info

Our standard programmes are - 9am-3pm for children aged 5yrs-13 yrs (unless otherwise stated), at $75/day including afternoon tea

Or when booking a full multi-day programme (ie 3 or 5 day) a 10% discount is applied by admin.

All registrations are completed through https://elements.aimyplus.com

Bookings are then confirmed by Elements and an invoice generated.

Admin applies discounts for attending 3+ days of a programme if applicable and for multiple sibling discounts

A reminder/ info email with what to bring and where to park comes out 10 days prior to each programme.

Note: Please sure you do not tick ‘unsubscribe to communication’ as it means you will not receive information about the programme ie leader contacts, meeting point or any changes. We only send out this email, then nightly summary with photos and then an invitation to join the following holidays. There isn’t additional regular ‘spam’ type emails.:

• ON HOLD AKO ELEMENTS - (ie ‘1 day nature school - independent session)

  This programme is 9am-3pm for children aged 5yrs-12 yrs at $75/day, Email elementsprogrammes@gmail.com to request a prospectus.

  *Thursdays - Ako Elements South at 600 Cashmere Road, Westmorland farm

  This term time programme is currently on hold. Email elementsprogrammes@gmail.com to join the waitlist for information and priority when it begins again
  

  JULY SCHOOL HOLIDAYS & KIDSFEST PROGRAMME) 

• Week 1, Monday 6th July - Friday 10th July

Monday 6th - 🌿Stay n Play: ‘Work n Play on the Farm, 2yrs - 7yrs with caregiver, 9.30am-12.00pm, Bushland Park Farm

Stay n Play: Work & Play on the farm’

Our successful signature‘stay n play’ session with Elements down on the farm! This session has some ‘real work’ opportunities – raking leaves, peeling apples, moving firewood, digging in dirt, and using carpentry tools.  All  on a local farm. Finish with marshmallows over the fire! Elements programmes ignite discovery, active movement & FUN!  Mums more than welcome but we do enjoy seeing many dads and grandparents having a big messy wholesome day outdoors with our youngest community members on our ‘stay n play’ sessions.

·         Mon 6th July: ‘Stay n Play: Work & Play on the farm’, 2yrs-7yrs with caregiver, 9.30am-12.00pm, Bushland Park Farm, 600 Cashmere Rd, $30 first child, 50% subsequent child, under 2 free, over 7’s by request.

• Tuesday 7th July - Redcliff Rambles, 5yrs - 13yrs, 9.00am-3.00pm, Barnett Park, Redcliffs

  Step outside and into a and into a world of wonder with Redcliff Rambles, for a celebration of nature, freedom, and open-ended play. This sessions invites tamariki to explore at their own pace: building huts, creating art from the land, and dreaming up new adventures under the sun. With support from Elements team and resources we help spark of children’s curiosity, journeying beyond the ordinary into joy, connection, and wild-hearted fun. T

·         5-13yrs, 9am-3pm, Barnett Park, Redcliffs, $75 incl. afternoon tea, 3rd whanau member 50% discount (sibling or cousin)

• Wednesday 8th July - 🍃Hot Chocolate Shop,5yrs - 13yrs, 9.00am-3.00pm, Halswell Quarry

  Hot chocolate shop invites children into an imaginative, hands-on day of play where the trees become café walls and loose parts transform into counters, menus, and signage. Working in small groups, children design and run their own outdoor “shops”,  serving warm hot chocolate and marshmallows, alongside fruit and sweet treats prepared by fellow teams. Through creative construction, role play, and shared decision-making, children explore cooperation, communication, numeracy, and literacy in a playful, real-world context, all wrapped in the magic of nature, winter warmth, and slowing down together.

  ·         5-13yrs, 9am-3pm, Halswell Quarry, Finlay Picnic area, $75 incl. afternoon tea, 3rd whanau member 50% discount (sibling or cousin)

  Thursday 9th July - 🌿 Matariki in Nature,5yrs - 13yrs, 9.00am-3.00pm, Halswell Quarry

  Matariki n nature is a day of wonder, play and seasonal majic. Celebrate Matariki with a day of nature play on the , where children are invited to explore, create, and connect with the world around them. This one-day experience weaves Matariki themes through hands-on outdoor play, seasonal activities, storytelling, and creative projects inspired by the land.

  Children will build, imagine, and explore using natural materials, and take part in games and shared moments that reflect gratitude, connection, and new beginnings. With plenty of space for curiosity, collaboration, the day offers a relaxed and meaningful way to mark Matariki through play.

  A playful winter celebration grounded in nature, imagination, and togetherness.

  ·         5-13yrs, 9am-3pm ‘Matariki in Nature : 5-12yrs, 9am-3pm, $75 incl afternoon tea, Halswell Quarry, meeting at Finlay Picnic area (carparking), $75 incl. afternoon tea, 3rd whanau member 50% discount (sibling or cousin)

Friday 10th July -NO SESSSION - MATARIKI HOLIDAY

• Week 2: Monday 13 July - Friday 17 July

Monday 13th -🌿Stay n Play: ‘Farm & Fire’ 2yrs - 7yrs with caregiver, 9.30am-12.00pm, Bushland Park Farm

Elements down on the farm! Explore, dig in dirt, make huts, go 'fishing' & other nature play on a local farm. Finish with marshmallows over the fire! Elements programmes ignite discovery, active movement & FUN!  This has become a firm favourite within the Elements community and it is great to see so many dads and grandparents having a big messy wholesome day outdoors with our youngest community members.

2yrs-7yrs with caregiver to stay n play, 9.30am-12.00pm, Bushland Park Farm, 600 Cashmere Rd, $30 first child, 50% subsequent children, under 2 free, over 7’s by request.

·         Mon 6th July: ‘Stay n Play: Work & Play on the farm’, 2yrs-7yrs with caregiver, 9.30am-12.00pm, Bushland Park Farm, 600 Cashmere Rd, $30 first child, 50% subsequent child, under 2 free, over 7’s by request.

• Tuesday 14th July - Campfire Capers, 5yrs - 13yrs, 9.00am-3.00pm, Bushland Park Farm

  Gather round the crackling campfire for a day of outdoor adventure and discovery! During our "Campfire Capers" session, your child will embark on an exciting journey, learning the art of fire-making, campfire cooking, and the timeless traditions of storytelling and song.

  Your young adventurer will start by mastering the safe and responsible techniques of building a campfire, guided by our experienced educators. They'll then put their culinary skills to the test, preparing delicious food over the open flame. As the fire dances they’ll also learn about the science behind fire and its role in the natural world, sparking a deeper appreciation for this essential element.

  There is also plenty of time for play and exploration on our wonderful farm homebase.  Don't miss this opportunity to ignite your child's imagination and embark on a truly unforgettable outdoor adventure. Sign up for our "Campfire Capers" day today!

·         5-13yrs, 9am-3pm, Bushland Park Farm, 600 Cashmere Rd, $75 incl. afternoon tea, 3rd whanau member 50% discount (sibling or cousin)

• Wednesday 15th July - 🌿Tinkering, unleashng the creator within, 5yrs - 13yrs, 9.00am-3.00pm, Bushland Park Farm

  Calling all curious minds! During our "Tinkering" day, your child will have the chance to explore, disassemble, and reimagine the world around them. Armed with a toolkit,  old appliances, donated ‘grandads stash’, tools, and materials, they'll embark on a hands-on journey of discovery and innovation. Your young inventor will dive into the inner workings of everyday objects, learning how things are made and how they function. They'll then use their creativity and problem-solving skills to transform these components into entirely new creations - from whimsical gadgets to one-of-a-kind works of art.

  This immersive experience encourages children to think outside the box, embrace their natural curiosity, and develop a deeper understanding of the technology that shapes our world. By the end of the day, your child will proudly showcase their unique inventions, leaving with a sense of accomplishment and a newfound appreciation for the art of tinkering.

  Ignite your child's passion for exploration and invention.  Also plenty of time for play and exploration on our wonderful farm homebase.

  ·         5-13yrs, 9am-3pm ‘Tinkering', unleashing the creator within’ : 5-12yrs, $75 incl afternoon tea, Bushland Park Farm, 600 Cashmere Rd $75 incl. afternoon tea, 3rd whanau member 50% discount (sibling or cousin)

• Thursday 17th July - 🌿Fairy Gardens & Castles, 5yrs - 13yrs, 9.00am-3.00pm, Bushland Park Farm

  Fairy Gardens and Castles is a day of imaginative nature play. Children will create a small fairy garden to take home using natural materials, then dive into big, creative play inspired by castles and kingdoms. Using loose parts and the landscape, children may build castle huts, invent worlds, make bows and arrows, and role-play adventurous stories together. The day also includes plenty of free time to explore, climb, collaborate, and play in our natural setting.

  ·         5-13yrs, 9am-3pm ‘Fairy Gardens & Castles’ : 5-12yrs, , $75 incl afternoon tea, Bushland Park Farm, 600 Cashmere Rd $75 incl. afternoon tea, 3rd whanau member 50% discount (sibling or cousin)

Friday 17th July - 🌿Stay n Play: ‘Farm & Fire’ 2yrs - 7yrs with caregiver, 9.30am-12.00pm, Bushland Park Farm

Elements down on the farm! Explore, dig in dirt, make huts, go 'fishing' & other nature play on a local farm. Finish with marshmallows over the fire! Elements programmes ignite discovery, active movement & FUN!  This has become a firm favourite within the Elements community and it is great to see so many dads and grandparents having a big messy wholesome day outdoors with our youngest community members.

2yrs-7yrs with caregiver to stay n play, 9.30am-12.00pm, Bushland Park Farm, 600 Cashmere Rd, $30 first child, 50% subsequent children, under 2 free, over 7’s by request.

·         Fr 17th July: ‘Stay n Play: Work & Play on the farm’, 2yrs-7yrs with caregiver, 9.30am-12.00pm, Bushland Park Farm, 600 Cashmere Rd, $30 first child, 50% subsequent child, under 2 free, over 7’s by request.

All registrations are completed through https://elements.aimyplus.com

Bookings are then confirmed by Elements and an invoice generated.

Admin applies discounts for attending 3+ days of a programme if applicable and for multiple sibling discounts

A reminder/ info email with what to bring and where to park comes out 2 weeks prior to each programme.

Note: Please sure you do not tick ‘unsubscribe to communication’ as it means you will not receive information about the programme ie leader contacts, meeting point or any changes. We only send out this email, then nightly summary with photos and then an invitation to join the following holidays. There isn’t additional regular ‘spam’ type emails.