16/03/2026
What you don’t always see behind the magic…
When people see photos of our days at Bush Magic, they often see children climbing trees, building rafts, exploring creeks, lighting fires or creating wild inventions from sticks and rope.
It can look like we just turn up and play.
But behind the scenes, there is a lot of thought, learning and reflection that goes into what we do. 🌿
This photo was taken during a reflective practice supervision session with Play Australia, where our incredible Education Leader, Quill, was part of a group of practitioners discussing their work with children, sharing insights and learning from each other.
Reflective practice is a really important part of what we do. It means we regularly pause to ask questions like:
🌿 What did the children learn from that experience?
🌿 How did different children engage with the activity?
🌿 What supported their confidence, regulation and connection?
🌿 What might we do differently next time?
At Bush Magic, the play you see isn’t accidental.
It is carefully supported by knowledge drawn from many areas including:
🌱play theory
🌱play therapy
🌱early childhood and primary education
🌱child development
🌱trauma-informed practice
🌱nature-based learning
We are always learning, always reflecting, and always growing so that we can better support the children who spend their days with us.
Because play might look simple…
…but done well, it is powerful. ✨
