[ March 19, 2023; ]
Tonsley Science Fair 2023.
The Tonsley Science Fair returns with a mix of family favourites and brand new attractions to engage with all ages.
Go along to Tonsley Innovation District and be inspired by Australian wildlife, learn about bugs and insects, explore virtual reality, dig into the past with palaeontology, learn about the world of technology and […]
Government Preschools Mid-year Intake – Enrol Now
South Australian government preschools support your child’s learning and development to give them a great start in life.
If your child turns 4 between 1 May to 31 October 2023, you can register now for them to start preschool in term 3 (July) of 2023.
Three reasons to choose a government […]
Corpse Flower on Show at the Adelaide Botanic Garden
The Corpse Flower or Titan Arum (Amorphophallus titanum) is delicately positioned in the Bicentennial Conservatory as they patiently await its incredibly stinky bloom (as at 5 January 2023).
Once this rare and endangered Indonesian marvel reaches its peak flower bloom, it gives off a smell of rotting flesh […]
[ January 10, 2023 to January 11, 2023. January 13, 2023; January 17, 2023 to January 18, 2023. January 24, 2023; ]
The Science Collective are excited to bring SIX fantastic days of science to four fabulous locations during the summer holidays!
With all new shows and hands-on activities, challenges and workshops to keep kids actively engaged.
And admission is only $8 per person for three hours of fun and entertainment!
Wildlife Shows from Animal Recovery and Education and a […]
Land of the Lemurs Animal Experience at Monarto Safari Park
Review By Jo Parkinson
When you hear the word ‘lemur’, many of us picture cute, furry creatures dancing to the song ‘I like to move it’ in the movie Madagascar. Well, it’s time to see lemurs in a whole new light, with the Land of the Lemurs […]
[ January 17, 2023; January 20, 2023; January 24, 2023; ]
Visit Parliament House for a free kids tour and debate – to be conducted on the floor of the real House of Assembly chamber.
The debate will involve props, including wigs, robes, replica Mace and more at Parliament House on North Terrace in Adelaide.
The program is hosted by a registered teacher.
School holiday fun with curriculum aligned content, […]
Six Extinctions | SA Museum Dinosaur Exhibition | Review
If you have a budding paleontologist in the family, or dinosaur-mad kids, then you need to check out the latest exhibition at the South Australian Museum.
Six Extinctions showcases an amazing collection of fossils, life-like models, and large artworks, and also features never before seen specimens from […]
Vaping Resources by Encounter Youth
In recent years, there is a great concern for the number of young people choosing to ‘vape’.
The use of an e-cigarette is commonly known as ‘vaping’. E-cigarettes are battery-powered devices that heat a liquid (e-liquid) into an aerosol that a person inhales into their lungs. Vaping is becoming an increasingly common […]
Robertson Street Traffic Education Park in Reynella
Stop, look, listen… and go to Robertson Street Traffic Education Park! It’s the perfect place to teach young children about road rules and traffic safety.
Review by By Jo Parkinson
Tucked away in a quiet street in Reynella, south of Adelaide, the City of Onkaparinga have provided a miniature ‘road’ for […]
Our Footy, Our People, Our Stories at the State Library of South Australia
The great moments and achievements of the SANFL
Immerse yourself in 145 years of great moments and achievements of the South Australian National Football League (SANFL) in this exciting exhibition, Our Footy, Our People, Our Stories. The State Library is pleased to be partnering with […]
[ October 26, 2022; ]
Women in Space – Impacting the World and Beyond
INSPIRING, EMPOWERING, ADVANCING are the drivers of this much anticipated event with female leaders from within the space industry.
These speakers will come together to share their rich experiences and inspire greater participation in this exciting and growing sector of the South Australian economy. In partnership with The […]
[ October 12, 2022 to October 14, 2022. ]
Clever Kids October Holiday Program – SPELD SA
SPELD SA is a not-for-profit organisation, providing advice and services to children and adults with specific learning difficulties and those who care for, teach, and work with them.
The Clever Kids program is a small group social-emotional wellbeing program designed for children with a diagnosis of dyslexia. It aims […]
[ October 1, 2022 to October 3, 2022. October 6, 2022 to October 9, 2022. October 13, 2022 to October 16, 2022. ]
GooRoo Animation Workshops at a Museum!
These school holidays, GooRoo Animation will be holding whiteboard, Claymation and LEGO® animation workshops at the National Motor Museum, South Australian Maritime Museum and Migration Museum.
These workshops will engage your kids in the world of stop-motion animation, exercise their creativity and give them something to brag about! Movies will be […]
Learn to RIDE-A-BIKE RIGHT!
Summer School Holiday Group and Private Lessons available.
Ride-a-Bike Right has mastered the art of teaching anyone to ride a bike. Operating since 2011 they have taught thousands of kids the joys of bike riding. Your child can learn the skills too in a supportive environment that teaches children to ride a bike the right […]
Busy Bees Early Learning Centres in Adelaide
Enrolments Now Open at Busy Bees Early Learning Centres
Welcome to Busy Bees Early Learning. Busy Bees are proud to offer high-quality Early Learning across four locations in Adelaide.
Their innovative approach is based on the discovery and exploration of respectful relationships with children. They follow this philosophy and offer children […]
[ August 19, 2022; ]
Discover the night sky with a talk from an astronomer from the Adelaide Planetarium
Enjoy a night of stars and win prizes, with a presentation from UniSA and Adelaide Planetarium Astronomer, Mary Adams.
Sit back as Mary ignites your curiosity by taking you on a journey through the night sky, exploring constellations, the lifecycle of stars, and […]
By Claire Davill
Science Alive! Adelaide is back for 2022, with plenty to see and do for kids of all ages. There’s enough here to keep you entertained and thinking for a whole day.
Science Alive is one of Australia’s premier science and technology expos, with displays, activities, challenges and shows to suit all ages.
The pavilion is […]
[ August 7, 2022; August 14, 2022; August 21, 2022; August 28, 2022; September 4, 2022; September 11, 2022; September 18, 2022; September 25, 2022; October 2, 2022; ]
Torrens Island Quarantine Station Tours
Take a trip back in time and experience what it was like to be put into quarantine back in the early 1900s with the Torrens Island Quarantine Station tour.
The Quarantine Station was built in 1879 to stop passengers from bringing diseases such as smallpox into Adelaide. Today, the site is remarkably […]
The Outpost Education Centre at Monarto Safari Park
Monarto Safari Park has unveiled The Outpost Education Centre; a transformation of the previous Visitor Centre.
The Outpost offers a welcoming education space to ignite passion in protecting and saving species. The Outpost also includes a classroom area, sleeping space and a host of interactive and educational signage about […]
Embrace Kids – a life-changing documentary for children aged 8-12 years.
The Embrace Kids documentary is the next step in the Body Image Movement’s Embrace journey, directed by best-selling author and speaker Taryn Brumfitt.
This time Taryn is talking to school-aged kids and some of her famous friends about body image, bullying, gender identity, advocacy, representation and […]
SAPOL School Holiday Road Safety Program for Kids
The SA Police (SAPOL) have announced the return of their popular FREE road safety program for primary school aged children during the July school holidays.
Not all schools get the opportunity to visit the Road Safety Centre as part of a school excursion so the free holiday program provides […]
Get ready for some winter school holiday fun with Gymnastics, Dance and Parkour workshops at Windsor Gardens.
Try an intro to gymnastics or their parkour academy, enhance your skills with a choice of Handstands and Cartwheels, Dance Acro, Rhythmic Gymnastics or two-hour Aerials & Walkovers/Handsprings & Saults workshops.
Plus 3 hour come and play sessions in collaboration […]
[ July 11, 2022 to July 14, 2022. July 18, 2022 to July 22, 2022. ]
Winter School Holidays are almost upon us!
Go along, take the kids, even the whole family, and join a fun and affordable program in the warmth of the City of Salisbury libraries, hubs and community centres.
Activities include:
Movies at Mawson: Encanto and Clifford
Nitro Nat at the Salisbury Community Hub
Bollywood Dance Workshop at Para […]
[ June 4, 2022; ]
Ocean Fest for World Environment Day
Go along for an afternoon of interactive fun and adventure whilst learning about South Australia’s iconic coastal marine environments.
This June, celebrate World Environment Day, World Oceans Day and World Reef Day at the Marine Discovery Centre. Join the Marine Discovery Team team for an afternoon of interactive fun and adventure […]
[ May 28, 2022; ]
Full Stop.
Girl Guides South Australia with support from the Commissioner for Young People and Children will host a FREE Period Awareness and Education Day for all girls aged 10-17.
Full Stop. is more than just period talk. They want to inspire their girls to be bold and confident, to not be ashamed or scared of their […]
South Australian Museum – Review
by Sharon Harrington
The South Australian Museum on North Terrace in the City is FREE to visit and filled with displays that will engage and enchant the little people in your life.
The fun starts as soon as you walk into the Museum. A dinosaur skeleton poised to attack is perched above the […]
30% OFF Classes for New Students at Mighty Good Talent School
“Teaching tomorrow’s stars today!”
Mighty Good Talent School is more than just a dance school. They offer classes for ages 18 months old right up to adults.
Adelaide’s first children’s dancing, singing & acting school began as “The Johnny Young Talent School” in 1978. They provide quality, […]
Family Friendly ANZAC Day Overnight Vigil and Dawn Service at Smithfield.
Want to teach your kids about ANZAC Day, but struggle to get them ready in time for a 6am Dawn Service?
Held on Sunday 24 April from 7:30pm till 8:30 pm, the City of Playford’s ANZAC Day Overnight Vigil belongs to the city’s young people, and […]
[ April 28, 2022 to April 29, 2022. ]
True Radiance Workshops for Girls.
True Radiance was created to inspire & empower the women of tomorrow to love their version of beautiful, to radiate confidence and to step into their purpose. Specialising in workshops to encourage Teen and Tween Girls to be authentic, happy, healthy and empowered.
These April holidays True Radiance are offering two workshops:
The […]
The State Library of South Australia – Review of the Mortlock Wing in Adelaide
If you haven’t experienced the State Library of SA Mortlock Wing, then put it on your list for the next time you’re exploring the Adelaide CBD. It is definitely worth the visit.
by Brooke Hendry
The Mortlock Wing would have to be the most […]
