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Victorian Social Groups Dates:
April 2025
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Activites:
Week 1:
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Monday, 7th April: Scienceworks, Spotswood
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Tuesday, 8th April: Legoland and Minecraft Movie, Chadstone
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Wednesday, 9th April: Werribee Zoo
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Thursday, 10th April: Hakuna Matata Nature Quest, Essendon
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Friday, 11th April: Tree Tops Adventures, Belgrave
Week 2:
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Monday, 14th April: Minion Mayhem, Flemington
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Tuesday, 15th April: YMCA Gymnastics, Essendon
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Wednesday, 16th April: Action Indoor Sports, Box Hill
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Thursday, 17th April: Bounce, Heidelberg (*food provided)
*Transport is provided for all activities.
*Children are required to bring their own food (unless specified).
Week One:
Monday, 7th April: Scienceworks, Spotswood
This experience is designed to support children in developing keyskills in a real-world setting while exploring interactive exhibits and hands-on experiments. With guidance, children will practice essential skills such as turn-taking, perspective-taking, problem-solving, and teamwork. They will navigate exhibits together, share observations, and collaborate on interactive tasks, reinforcing communication and flexibility in a supportive environment. This social group will provide a meaningful opportunity for children to apply their social learning in a dynamic, engaging context.
Tuesday, 8th April: Legoland and Minecraft Movie, Chadstone
Join us for a fun-filled day out at the movies and Legoland! This day is designed to help develop your child’s skills in a fun and engaging environment. Throughout the day, children will engage in a combination of active play, as well as enjoying a more relaxed environment to share their experiences and build on their interactions from earlier in the day as they watch the Minecraft movie. Children will work on their social, communication, problem-solving, and fine and gross motor play throughout the day.
Wednesday, 9th April: Werribee Zoo
Get ready for a wild adventure at the Werribee Zoo Adventure! We’ll explore the zoo, see amazing animals, and have tons of fun while learning new words and making friends. From a safari bus tour to an animal scavenger hunt, there’s so much to discover! You’ll have the chance to share your favourite animals, draw them in your zoo journal, and even ask questions during an exciting animal encounter. Throughout the day, you’ll work together, practice social skills, and use your imagination to talk about all the amazing animals we meet. It’s going to be an unforgettable day of learning, laughing, and exploring the animal kingdom!
Thursday, 10th April: Hakuna Matata Nature Quest, Essendon
This group is designed to support children in developing skills through nature-based activities, teamwork, and creative expression. Children will explore themes of resilience, friendship, and emotional regulation while engaging in outdoor play and hands-on activities. There will also be an arts and crafts component, allowing them to express their creativity while practicing fine motor skills and collaboration. This session provides a supportive space for children to build confidence, strengthen social connections, and develop important life skills in a fun and interactive way.
Friday, 11th April: Tree Tops Adventures, Belgrave
This day is designed for kids who enjoy being active and an adventure. Treetop Adventure offers ropes course with zip lining & aerial challenges amongst the trees in the Dandenong Ranges. Children will develop their social skills and gross motor skills whilst also developing their confidence, resilience and adaptability. With courses available for all abilities and a supportive environment, anyone can give it a go and challenge themselves!
* Please note that there are height restrictions in place for this activity.
Week Two:
Monday, 14th April: Minion Mayhem, Flemington
Get ready for a Minion-tastic day at the Minions-Themed Social Group! We’ve got a whole day of fun, laughter, and Minion-inspired activities that will help you make new friends and become a super communicator. You’ll race through a crazy obstacle course, solve a Minion mystery, get creative with arts and crafts, and even play a wild “banana” relay race! Along the way, you’ll practice sharing, listening, and working together with your new pals. From dancing and singing to pretending to be Minions on an adventure, this day is packed with all the fun and learning you can handle. Don’t miss out on the chance to laugh, play, and become a Minion master with your friends!
Tuesday, 15th April: YMCA Gymnastics, Essendon
Gymnastic Day is all about flipping, jumping, and having fun while building stronger bodies and minds! As kids tumble and twirl through exciting obstacle courses, they'll not only have tons of fun but also work on important skills. They'll enhance their coordination, boost their confidence, and learn to set and achieve goals. Plus, participating in gymnastics can help improve focus and teach persistence as they practice new moves. It's a fantastic way to combine play with physical and mental growth, making every leap and landing a step towards becoming their best selves!
Wednesday, 16th April: Action Indoor Sports, Box Hill
Get ready to kick off an exciting Sports Day at Box Hill Indoor Sports, where fun meets functional therapy! A professional coach will guide kids through soccer and dodgeball, focusing on enhancing coordination, social skills, and resilience. These activities are designed not just for fun, but to help children improve motor skills, boost self-esteem, and foster teamwork in a supportive setting. Join us for a day where every pass, goal, and dodge builds stronger, more confident young children.
Thursday, 17th April: Bounce, Heidelberg (*food provided)
Get ready for an action-packed fun day out at Bounce! This day is designed for kids who love excitement and adventure. Bounce offers a wide variety of exciting play spaces, with something fun for everyone. Kids will develop their social and gross motor skills whilst also boosting their confidence, adaptability and building connections as the connect and play at the trampoline park.