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
All families who enrol in our Village Learning Programs are required to join the Education Commons Membership, via Commonplace Vasse - Currently $20 per month / family (subject to change depending on total numbers enrolled)
Your Education Commons Membership (also known a Custodian Contribution) contributes to the essential running costs of Commonplace Vasse (of which Village Learning is part of) and covers things like the commercial lease, utilities, maintenance and admin expenses, keeping our Commonplace Community functional & sustainable.
A program 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 *fees are 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
Thursdays 9:30 - 11:30 am
About: Our Possums Playgroup is parent led and run, with a focus on 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.
When: Thursdays 9:30 - 11:30am
Where: Village Learning, at Commonplace Vasse
Group size: Max 12 families
Fees: Included in your $20/month Education Commons Membership
Kindergarten + Pre-primary 4-6 years
Kindy + Pre-Primary Program
Tuesdays & Thursdays 9:30 am - 1:30 pm
About: Our Early Years Kindy Classes are facilitated weekly drop & leave sessions with fully qualified, highly experienced and wonderful early years Waldorf-trained Educators. 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.
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 your $20/mth Education Commons Membership.
Families are also required to provide at least 1 session of care-giver help per term to support our educators.
Lower Primary 6-9 years
Lower Primary Program (Approx: Grades 1-3)
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.
When: Tuesday 9:30am - 1.30pm
Where: Village Learning, at Commonplace Vasse
Group size: Max 12 children
Fees: Approx. $800 per semester *Plus your $20/month Education Commons membership fee.
Families are also required to provide at least 1 session of care-giver help per term to support our educators.
Upper Primary 9-12 years
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.
Creative Discovery Program for 9 - 12 year olds
(Approx: Grades 4-6)
*This program is NOT currently running: We are seeking parent volunteer coordinators to help reignite it. Please get in touch if you would like to coordinate.
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 interested led way.
When: Wednesdays 9:30am - 2:00pm
Where: Village Learning, at Commonplace Vasse
Group size: Max 12 children
Fees: Approx. $900 per semester *Plus your $20/month Education Commons membership fee.
Families are also required to provide at least 1 session of care-giver help per term to support our educators.
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.
About: Our adolescent classes are taught by specialist teachers in various subject areas, including arts, handwork, math, science, sustainability, geography, geometry, history, philosophy, psychology, Australian indigenous culture & history, and other specialist subjects.
Classes are offered in the morning and / or afternoon and usually run for 1.5 - 2 hours. They are offered as either short learning blocks of several weeks, or as one off experiential classes.
Complete our enrolment form to be notified about upcoming classes.
When: Wednesday 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Where: Village Learning, at Commonplace Vasse
Group size: Approx 14 depending on class *Min numbers apply
Fees: approx $25 per 2 hour class (learning blocks will be charged per total number of weeks)
*Plus your $20/month Education Commons membership fee & $10 VLC expenses levy + Pro-rated Resource Fee for learning blocks of 4 weeks or more.
**All families are required to facilitate 1 x end of day clean (approx. half hour) per term.
Charlotte Mason Adolescent Co-op
*This program is not currently running. We will notify all families via our mailing list if and when we offer this program again. If you would like to facilitate or coordinate a similar program or something new and inspiring, please get in touch!
Adolescent-aged families following (or wanting to explore) a Charlotte Mason approach will gather in a weekly co-op to explore common subjects together from our shared Alveary Charlotte Mason Curriculum resource including:
Civics & Citizenship
Shakespeare & Poetry
Science & Nature Study
Architecture
Artist & Composer Study
The sessions will also incorporate Community Contribution and Farmschool activities, contributing to the Commonplace community garden, animal and land care.
When: TBA - seeking expressions of interest - register via the form below
Group size: approx 10 families
Fees: This program is free of charge, however some materials and supplies may be required and any costs will be shared amongst the group. Membership to The Alveary is encouraged and Group Memberships are available on application, however as a co-op member you will be provided access to the curriculum for planning and participating in co-op lessons.
Families are required to be present for the session (or organise care / supervision between the other families) and be responsible for co-coordinating, cleaning and other Parent Help requirements.
Note: Even though this is a parent led program, it is expected that families commit to a whole term for continuity, stability and community of the teens.
For more information on the Alveary Charlotte Mason Curriculum, please visit their website: The Alveary Curriculum
*Please note that the website only provides a very basic snapshot of their curriculum. If you are interested in joining and would like to view the full curriculum please get in touch and we will send you some of the relevant subject curriculum guides - email: adolescent@villagelearning.net.au
Classical Education Sessions
(Charlotte Mason based)
Primary: 6-12 year olds
Classical Primary Grades (6 - 12 year olds)
Truth, Beauty, Goodness Co-Op.
Wednesday 2pm - 4pm
6 week learning blocks.
About: Primary-aged families following (or wanting to explore) a Charlotte Mason or Classical Education approach will gather in a traditional CMEC style coop on Wednesday. All families have their own TBG songbook, and we cover the common subjects:
Singing Games (and dances)
Hymns + Folksongs
Composer Study
Artist Study
Recitation - poetry and scripture
A variety of other subjects are often included, such as: Solfege, Foreign Languages (Latin, Italian, German), Folks Dances, Outdoor Geography / Scouting, Nature Study, Handicrafts + Art Instruction, undertaken in a classical Charlotte Mason approach.
Where: Village Learning, at Commonplace Vasse
Group size: 5-10 children (intentional small group atmosphere)
Fees: No fees, aside from your $20/month Education Commons membership fee.
Families are required to be present for the session (or organise care / supervision between the other families) and be responsible for co-coordinating, cleaning and other Parent Help requirements. Membership to the CMEC is encouraged, however there you can have free access to the CMEC Common Subjects Guide, as part of the TBG Co-Op.
Note: Even though this is a parent led program, it is expected that families commit to a whole term for continuity, stability and community of the children.
Adults
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.