“Autumn Leaves, More Challenges Please!”
Little Shedders Full Day Program
5 - 7 years old
September 30 - October 4, 2024
October 7 - 11, 2024
October 14 - 18, 2024
October 21 - 25, 2024
9:30 am - 3:30 pm
Session Overview
As leaves change colours and begin to fall, we see that change is inevitable. Autumn is the perfect season to reflect on changes and all that might come with change. It’s a new school year, with new peers, new communities, and new challenges. This week, we discuss the benefits of challenge and help our Shedders step out of their comfort zone by bringing them to new heights. This week’s journeys will get our Shedders to reflect on their challenges and successes so that they can embrace change and face their challenges in their everyday lives.
Being Prepared
Arriving early and prepared, allows your child the best opportunity to make the most of their session with us. Please share the packing responsibilities with children and let them take ownership of their possessions and at the same time be a helpful reminder to you!
We appreciate that there is a lot of information above and we will use the WhatApp chat to remind you of all these details on a day by day basis.
Drop off, Pick up & Running late
Please be reminded that each session begins at 9:30 am and finishes at 3:30 pm.
On MONDAYS AND FRIDAYS each session, begins at 8:30 am and finishes at 4:30 pm.
Sometimes running late is unavoidable and we will always be waiting at, or near by our meeting point before moving on. However if you know you are going to be late, please inform the lead mentor ASAP. If it looks like you are going to be more than 30mins than the start time, alternative arrangements may need to be made and this will be considered on a case by case scenario.
Session 1: Mondays
This session takes place on a remote and secluded part of Mui Wo. Little Shedders will explore the coast of Mung Tong Wan.
Drop Off | 8:30 am
Central Ferry Pier 5 - Cheng Chau
Pick Up | 4:30 pm
Central Ferry Pier 5 - Cheng Chau
Session 2: Tuesdays
We start at the Peak to hike up High West. We hike down to the Pinewood Battery and back to Sai Ying Pun to the Shed Homebase to get familiarized with our climbing equipment before our climbing trip.
Drop Off | 9:30 am
Victoria Peak Gardens
Pick Up | 3:30 pm
Home Base
Session 3: Wednesdays
It’s pizza party! Shedders will visit the wet market and prepare their own pizza.
Drop Off | 9:30 am
Sum Lung Industrial Building
Pick Up | 3:30 pm
Sum Lung Industrial Building
Session 4: Thursdays
Shedders face their biggest outdoor challenge this week with rock climbing at Braemar Hill followed with a visit to Sir Cecil’s Stream!
Drop Off | 9:30 am
Braemar Hill Road
Pick Up | 3:30 pm
Braemar Hill Road
Session 5: Fridays
This session takes place on a remote and secluded part of Mui Wo. Little Shedders will explore the coast of Mung Tong Wan.
Drop Off | 8:30 am
Central Ferry Pier 5 - Cheng Chau
Pick Up | 4:30 pm
Central Ferry Pier 5 - Cheng Chau
The Mentors
In the lead up to your child’s week with us, please take the time to have an upbeat chat with them about what is ahead. This will allow them some time to prepare for meeting the new mentors, the other children, and the new routines they are about to be involved in. Undoubtedly, there will be some nerves but they will be greeted with friendly faces and some running around should help to quickly get them relaxed and into the right frame of mind.
Tim
A husband, father, and teacher, that calls Hong Kong home. After graduating with a Bachelor of Education, Bachelor of Personal Development, Health, and Physical Education, he taught in Hong Kong for 5 years before setting his sights on the outdoor wonderland of Niseko, Japan. There he worked on building EdVenture Niseko, an outdoor summer and winter program for children and youth. After 8 years in Japan, he decided it was time to put his energy back into his home of Hong Kong and create a "space" where he can share the lessons he has learned from his life's adventure with young people here in Hong Kong.
Marty
Martin is open-minded and a life-long learner. He graduated with a Bachelor in Urban Geography and Environment. He believes in the importance of protecting our natural environment. Martin also has experience in supporting students with diverse learning needs, particularly through greening activities to develop a more meaningful relationship with the outdoors. In his free time, he likes to skateboard and cook for his friends and family. By being part of The Shed, Martin hopes to continue promoting nature-positivity through awesome outdoor experiences.
Tony
Tony was born and raised in Australia, is a nature lover and became a proud father in 2018. He believes that compassion and empathy are values that we all should have and is amazed by the inquisitive nature of children. By being part of The Shed, he is able to combine his love of teaching and learning from our future generations all while spending time outside in nature. Tony is a management consultant, life coach, and boxing coach in his spare time.