Exclusive to fka Children’s Services Members

Please note this event is SOLD OUT. 

fka Children’s Services (fkaCS) is excited to host a unique, in-depth professional learning opportunity with globally recognised and award-winning educational consultant Dr. Claire Warden.

This exclusive, members-only event will bring together early years professionals to explore inspiring pedagogy & practice in early childhood education.

Claire will guide participants through the theory and practice with a focus on a child-led approach to sparking curiosity, inquiry, and rich learning experiences.

Why Attend?

  • Be in conversation with a globally recognised thought leader in nature-based and participatory education
  • Explore how Talking Tubs extend children’s learning, language and curiosity
  • Walk away with practical tools, strategies, and fresh inspiration
  • Participate in an exclusive Q&A session with Claire
  • Connect with other fkaCS members in a rich, reflective space

Program Overview

9:30 am – 10:15 am | Connection to Country walk with Subik Baso

10:15 am – 10:30 | Morning Tea

10:30 am – 12:15 pm | Session 1

12:15 pm – 1:00 pm | Lunch

1:00 pm – 3:00 pm | Session 2, Q&A and Closing

About Dr. Claire Warden

Claire is an internationally celebrated educational consultant, researcher, and founder of Auchlone Nature Kindergarten in Scotland. With over 35 years’ experience and a PhD in Nature Pedagogy, Claire is widely regarded as a pioneer in child-led inquiry, participatory planning, and the integration of nature into early learning environments. Learn more about Claire and her work at Mindstretchers Academy.

For more information, please contact 03 9428 4471 or fkacommunications@fka.org.au.

If you have any dietary restrictions that we should be aware of, please let us know when registering.

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Event details

Date:
16 September 2025
Time:
9:30 am - 3:00 pm
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Venue

CERES Centre for Education and Research in Environmental Strategies
Corner Roberts & Stewart Street
Brunswick East, VIC 3057 Australia
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