Homeschool Programs
Curriculum-aligned outdoor learning in acres of native botanic gardens
Nature Is the Best Classroom
Fairhill Adventure Gardens offers hands-on, nature-based education programs designed specifically for homeschool families and co-ops. Our acres of native gardens, subtropical rainforest, and working farm provide a living classroom where science, maths, geography, and art come to life.
Whether you visit as a single family or join with your homeschool group, our experienced educators will create engaging, curriculum-aligned sessions that inspire a love of learning and a connection to the natural world.
Bringing a co-op or a larger group? Our homeschool group visits page covers group bookings, food and what a day at Fairhill looks like.
New this term
🌿 Fairhill Woodland Workshops
Every Thursday, 8:45am to 9:15am
A creative, Ranger-led nature workshop designed especially for homeschooling families. Each week, children enjoy a different hands-on activity inspired by the natural world: creating magical wizard staffs, decorating leaves, building fairy treasures, crafting with sticks, seeds and flowers, and celebrating the changing seasons.
Families can easily join our morning animal sessions before and/or after the workshop, making it part of a fun-filled day of learning, creativity and adventure. Fairhill Adventure sessions begin at 8.30am and run every half past the hour through till 12.30pm.
FREE for Fairhill Homeschool Members. $10 per child for non-members (plus Fairhill admission if applicable), pay on arrival. Suitable for all ages.
"Create, imagine and take home a little piece of Fairhill."
Hands-On Workshops
Practical, engaging activities that bring the curriculum to life outdoors
Gardening & Propagation
Learn to grow native plants from seed and cuttings. Students take home their own seedlings to nurture.
Composting & Soil Science
Discover how composting works, identify soil organisms, and understand the nutrient cycle hands-on.
Bush Tucker & Native Plants
Explore traditional uses of native plants, identify species along the trails, and learn about Aboriginal plant knowledge.
Animal Care & Farm Life
Meet the farm animals, learn about responsible animal care, and understand where food comes from.
Why Homeschool Families Choose Fairhill
- Curriculum-aligned activities across multiple learning areas
- Flexible scheduling to suit your homeschool timetable
- Small group sizes for personalised attention
- Group discounts for homeschool co-ops (10+ students)
- All materials and resources provided
- Experienced educators with outdoor learning expertise
- Programs suitable for ages 5 to 16
- Safe, supervised outdoor environment across our native gardens
Flexible Scheduling
We understand that every homeschool family works to their own rhythm. Our programs can be scheduled on any day during opening hours, with sessions running from one to three hours depending on the program. Visit weekly, fortnightly, or as a one-off – we'll work around your schedule.
Single Sessions
One-off visits with a focused activity or garden tour
Term Programs
Regular weekly or fortnightly sessions across a school term
Co-op Days
Group bookings for homeschool co-ops with discounted rates
Book Your Homeschool Visit
Get in touch to discuss your learning goals and we'll create a program tailored to your family or group