The Birth of
Wonderhood

My name is Yasmine, and I have lived in this community my whole life. I have worked with children and families in early education for years, including at Upper Beaconsfield Kindergarten and Upper Beaconsfield Early Learning Centre. My passion for nature-based learning led me to create and run a farm-based playgroup in Harkaway, where I witnessed firsthand the incredible impact of outdoor exploration on children's development.

Wonderhood was born from a deep love for early childhood education and the transformative power of nature. With a background in childcare, playgroup facilitation, and a passion for hands-on learning, I saw firsthand how children thrive when given the space to explore, create, and connect with the natural world.

My journey began with running outdoor playgroups where children-built fairy gardens, crafted nature-inspired art, and nurtured animals. Seeing their joy, curiosity, and confidence grow in these environments sparked a vision, what if there was a nature-based playgroup experience that blended structured learning with the magic of outdoor discovery?

Wonderhood is that vision brought to life. A place where children are encouraged to think, explore, and wonder—to ask big questions, engage their senses, and develop a lifelong connection with nature!

It is more than just a playgroup—it’s a journey of wonder, where children’s natural curiosity is encouraged, their imaginations are sparked, and their connection to the world around them grows with every session.