Services provided by NSW Early Childhood Environmental Education Network

ECEEN believe that experiences in our early years provide an opportunity for life strong learning, that our habits of future years will be influenced by the actions of those around us who help us to see, to think, to question and to value our world.

Education for sustainability (EfS) aims to promote a sense of responsibility, respect, empowerment, active participation, enquiry and social change. It’s a holistic approach that fits well into quality early childhood settings. EfS recognises the importance of individual and organizational wellbeing while working with services in areas such as biodiversity, environmental health and resource use, all wrapped within the pedagogy of Early Childhood.

CURRENT WORKSHOPS

Becoming an ECO centre - A series of 5 sessions for teams working through sustainable actions and the NQS. NRMA have kindly funded this free series to be held in Crowsnest NSW during Oct and November. Down load flyer and EOI.

Nurturing the Seed- An overview of potentials and assistance to get started with a plan based on your strengths.

Cleaning with less Chemicals - Specifically for Early Childhood Services.

Planning and Planting - Design considerations for ECH specific needs with inspiration and a hands on workshop to develop your own no dig garden.

Bringing LfS into the Curriculum - With an overview considering NQS and EYLF connections.

Food for Thought, exploring sustainability and the foods we eat with young children.

Connecting Children to Nature through Art 1. A shorter presentation perfect for the staff meeting, sit back and be inspired to consider art as a medium of communication, see examples and learn more about the principles behind Visual Arts and consider how Nature provides bountifully.

Connecting Children to Nature through Art and Play, a fun hands on opportunity to explore natural materials including Cobb, weaving, Natural art, paper making and much more.

Also possible, specific workshops around areas within a centre, Energy, Water aware, Meals.

To book a workshop or discuss your needs Contact us

Workshops designed for your organisation's needs.

ECEEN works with regional groups, or an individual service.

We can;

Assist you to identify strengths and needs.

Design workshops to progress the change, working with

management and staff to develop strategies for growth.

Facilitate practical sessions to incorporate environmentally

sustainable practises into the curriculum.

Learning for Sustainable Development is more than Greening your physical environment and includes working with teachers and management to consider educational strategies for living a sustainable life.

We seek to work with your strengths and identify areas where a cultural shift is possible.

Our trainers are Early Childhood Professionals with an Environmental strength, who understand the unique constraints and demands of working with young children.

Consider gathering a few local services together to hold a workshop. A number of NSW Councils have supported groups of EC services with contributions towards sessions. Talk to us to find out more.

Guest Speakers.

Members of ECEEN are invited to join our meetings, where guest speakers present their expertise. Join our email list to be invited to our meetings. Request email participation.

NSW SPROuts Practise Awards.

Applications close second week of May 2012 and will be announced after July at a celebration.

Showcase your project to share your environmental achievements with the network and be in the running to win our SPROuts Practice Award! It’s easy, just fill out the project form.

Download the SPROuts Practice Award case study application form here
For information on completing the SPROuts practise award application please view the Guidelines here.