Picture a room full of preschoolers gasping as a bearded dragon unfurls its tongue. This awe-inspiring encounter brings learning to life, sparking young children’s curiosity and deepening their understanding of the world around them.
Our Reptile Incursions for Child Care in Ferntree Gully offer an engaging, curriculum-aligned experience that introduces children to Australia’s unique reptiles in a safe, structured, and age-appropriate way.
Designed specifically for early learning environments, these incursions combine hands-on discovery with clear educational outcomes, supporting educators while giving children a memorable and meaningful learning experience.
Many early learning services want to introduce children to wildlife education but may have concerns around safety, age suitability, and curriculum relevance. Our reptile incursions are carefully structured to address these concerns, offering a controlled, educator-supported experience that prioritises child wellbeing at every stage.
Sessions are delivered onsite at Ferntree Gully Children’s Centre, allowing children to learn in a familiar environment while engaging directly with live animals under the supervision of professionals.
Our reptile incursions are intentionally designed to align with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), supporting educators in delivering purposeful, evidence-based learning. According to the Australian Early Development Census, experiential science fosters richer language and inquiry skills, enhancing the educational impact of our incursions.
Outcome 2: Children are connected with and contribute to their world
Children are introduced to reptiles as living beings, learning about habitats, care, and the importance of respecting animals and the natural environment.
Outcome 4: Children are confident and involved learners
Through observation, guided discussion, and optional interaction, children are encouraged to ask questions, make predictions, and build new understandings.
Outcome 3: Children have a strong sense of wellbeing
Sessions are designed to build confidence gently, helping children explore new experiences at their own pace while feeling safe and supported.
Each session focuses on age-appropriate learning, with concepts introduced through storytelling, visual demonstration, and educator-guided discussion.
Learning themes may include:
Depending on availability and session suitability, children may be introduced to:
All animals are handled exclusively by qualified presenters, with children participating only through observation and guided interaction.
Safety is central to every reptile incursion delivered at Ferntree Gully Children’s Centre. Sessions follow strict protocols to ensure compliance with early childhood standards and family expectations.
These measures support the centre’s strong child-safe culture and commitment to best practice.
Reptile incursions are structured to integrate smoothly into the daily routine of early learning services.
Typical session details:
Half-day and full-day booking options may be available, depending on the centre’s needs and availability.
As a family-owned and operated centre serving the local community since 2009, Ferntree Gully Children’s Centre is committed to offering enriching educational experiences that extend beyond the everyday program.
What sets our approach apart:
“They organise plenty of incursions and fun activities, which my son loves.”
— Parent review, Ferntree Gully Children’s Centre
At Ferntree Gully Children’s Centre, we love providing children with a variety of interactive experiences that bring learning to life. In addition to our reptile incursions, children can also participate in our Chicken Hatching Program, where they observe eggs develop, hatch, and care for chicks. This program encourages responsibility, curiosity, and a connection to the natural world.
Educators and OSHC coordinators often value reptile incursions:
Sessions are designed specifically for early learning environments, with strict supervision, qualified presenters, and clear safety protocols in place.
No child is required to touch any animal. Participation is always optional and guided.
Yes. Educators remain with their group throughout the session to support learning and wellbeing.
Session length is adjusted to suit the age group and daily routine to support engagement without overstimulation.
Reptile incursions are particularly well-suited to 3- and 4-year-old kindergarten programs due to their strong alignment with the EYLF.
If you are looking for an engaging, safe, and curriculum-aligned educational experience, our Reptile Incursions for Child Care in Ferntree Gully offer a meaningful way to extend children’s learning.
