Poppins Bush School

A Nurturing Place For Your Child To Learn, Play And Grow

Poppins Bush School

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Childcare With A Difference

Poppins Bush School is a purpose built, state of the art childcare centre located in Moore Creek, which nurtures children to learn and develop in both indoor and natural spaces.

Between our 6 classrooms, mud kitchen, construction room, expansive yard and forest area, we strive to invigorate the senses and stimulate the creative imagination of little ones.
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About Us
Poppins Bush School
Poppins Bush School
Poppins Bush School

Learning & Developing In A Natural Environment

Poppins Bush School responds to a child’s right and need to access natural spaces for optimum learning and development. Our mission is to provide dedicated time for children of all ages to be outside in a quality natural environment away from screens, a crowded school/ sports curriculum and the bubble of being inside.

Through joining our Bush School community, your child will be given the opportunity to grow at their own pace, connect to others with kindness and creativity, learn holistically and increase their communication, self- regulation and confidence.

Poppins Bush School
Poppins Bush School

Simultaneously, children will build a positive and protective relationship with our planet Earth which will enable them to advocate for the survival of plant and animal species that are essential for human survival.

Each age group has a different set of learning goals which are developmentally appropriate. Each age group will also be increasingly challenged to build knowledge, explore their local community, consider risks and accept challenges while under the supervision of a qualified educator.

It is our aim to instil in our children a love of learning, and encourage them to take an active role in their education. A love of learning is a foundation upon which children may become lifelong learners and self-directed in their lives.

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Our Programs
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Nursery

We focus on the individual needs and interests of each child and sensitively support each child’s social and emotional development by building and engaging in meaningful relationships.

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Junior Preschool

Our Junior Preschool Educators nurture and support each child’s social and emotional development and aim to nurture resilience in all children.

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Preschool & Prep

Our Educators are dedicated to fostering our children’s diverse needs by focusing on the development of the ‘whole child’ – physically, socially, emotionally and spiritually.

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News & Events
Poppins Bush School
Poppins Bush School
November 12, 2025

November 2025 Newsletter

🍂 Welcome to Our November Newsletter! As we step into November, we’re reflecting on the beautiful moments that made October so special at Poppins. From raising awareness to celebrating family bonds, it was a month filled with heart and community spirit. Pink Ribbon Week | 6–10 October October began with a wave of pink as we joined the national effort to support Breast Cancer Awareness. Our children, educators, and families wore pink with pride—ribbons, shirts, and accessories all helped spread the message of hope. Together, we raised $22.00 for the McGrath Foundation. Thank you to everyone who contributed to this meaningful cause! Grandparents Week | 15–24 October Later in the month, we opened our doors to some very special guests—our grandparents! Each afternoon, one of our rooms hosted a delightful session filled with storytelling, crafts, and shared laughter. It was a joy to see generations come together and create lasting memories. A heartfelt thank you to all the families who joined us in making Grandparents Week so memorable. Special Visit from Bowen Goats | 30 October October ended on a high note with a visit from Wendy of Bowen Goats, who brought along some irresistibly cute baby pygmy goats! The children were absolutely enchanted—stroking their soft fur, watching them play, and learning all about how they’re cared for. Wendy shared fun facts about pygmy goats and answered lots of curious questions. It was a joyful, hands-on experience that sparked giggles, wonder. Thank you too, Wendy, for bringing such a magical moment to Poppins.

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Poppins Bush School
October 15, 2025

October 2025 Newsletter

Welcome to the October edition of our monthly newsletter! As we step into a new month, let’s take a moment to reflect on the joy and energy that filled September. September Highlights Father’s Day Creations - The first week of September was all about love and creativity. Our children poured their hearts into making a thoughtful gift for dad, granddad, uncle, or another special person in their lives. The smiles said it all! Footy Colours Day – 5th September, what a vibrant Friday it was! Children and staff proudly wore their favourite team colours, sparking lively conversations and friendly rivalries. We raise $21.95, the spirit of community and awareness for children’s cancer was strong. Prep Room Park Excursion, also on the 5th, our prep room ventured to Windmill Downs Park for a fun-filled day of tag footy and outdoor games. The laughter and teamwork were a joy to witness. Poppins Turned 8 on the 10th of September - Happy Birthday to us! We celebrated Poppins’ 8th birthday with a BBQ sausage sizzle and a delicious cake. The children couldn’t get enough of the sausages, and the cake was enjoyed by all. Thank you, Miss Gail. Jeans for Genes Day – 15th September, thank you to everyone who participated in this important cause. We raise $22.00, your support helps build awareness for genetic research and childhood diseases. Here's to a meaningful and memorable October!

Poppins Bush School
Poppins Bush School
September 1, 2025

September 2025 Newsletter

Welcome to the September edition of our monthly newsletter! As the days begin to warm and spring peeks around the corner, we’re looking forward to another joyful and adventure-filled month here at Bush School. August was a whirlwind of excitement and creativity! Our Book Week celebrations were a standout moment, with children arriving in a dazzling array of costumes—from classic storybook characters to imaginative originals. It was heartwarming to see the joy and pride on their faces as they shared their favourite tales and joined in the festivities. Thank you to all the families who helped bring the magic to life! A special shout-out to Miss Mary and her incredible team, who have installed beautiful new message sticks throughout the Centre. These vibrant additions are not only visually stunning but also rich in cultural significance. We encourage everyone to take a walk around the Centre and explore these meaningful pieces—each one tells a story worth discovering.

The Importance Of Outdoor Play

If you want to raise happy, healthy, curious and resilient children - send them out in to nature! Increasing evidence is showing that children need unstructured nature play. Here are some powerful reasons for getting young children outside:

Outdoor play supports the development of healthy and active lifestyles by offering children opportunities for physical activity, freedom and movement, and promoting a sense of well-being.

Outdoor play gives children contact with the natural world and offers them experiences that are unique to outdoors, such as direct contact with the weather and the seasons.

Playing outside also helps children to learn about, understand and respect nature, the environment and the interdependence of humans, animals, plants, and lifecycles.

Outdoor play also supports children's problem-solving skills and nurtures their creativity, as well as providing rich opportunities for their developing imagination, inventiveness and resourcefulness.

Children need an outdoor environment that can provide them with space, both upwards and outwards, and places to explore, experiment, discover, be active and healthy within, and to develop their physical capabilities.

The outdoor environment offers space and therefore is particularly important to those children who learn best through active movement. Very young children learn predominately through their sensory and physical experiences which supports brain development and the creation of neural networks.

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