Explorers Program

Explorers Programme is a hands-on, inclusive experience designed for children, teens, young-adults, adults and their parents or caregivers.

Focused on building confidence, encouraging creativity and developing positive relationships with food, the programme combines cooking, no-cook food preparation, gardening and outdoor learning through shared, accessible experiences.

The programme is adaptable for early years, primary-aged children, teenagers and adults, with each session tailored to suit the age, ability and individual needs of the group.

Delivered in a relaxed outdoor setting, children are supported to engage at their own pace.

There is no expectation for children to remain seated, be quiet or follow a set structure. Sessions are designed to allow movement, exploration and engagement in a way that feels natural and comfortable.

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A Safe and Supportive Environment

All sessions take place within our safe, fully gated outdoor space, allowing children to explore freely while giving families peace of mind.

As SEND parents ourselves, we understand that many families are unable to access or feel comfortable in public parks or open spaces. Our space has been created to provide a calm, secure and understanding environment where children can move, explore and engage freely.

A space where families can relax, knowing their children are safe.


Each session is carefully designed to be:

  *  Inclusive and accessible for all abilities

  *  Suitable for early years, primary, teenage, young-adult and adult participants

  *  Sensory friendly and low pressure

  *  Focused on hands-on learning and exploration

Children are encouraged to participate in their own way, whether that is fully engaging, taking small steps or simply observing until they feel ready.

Small group sizes (up to 12 children with their parent or carer) ensure a calm, supported and engaging experience, particularly beneficial for children with sensory needs and additional challenges.

Each programme is carefully adapted to meet the needs, abilities and developmental stages of the group, ensuring an engaging and meaningful experience for all.


What Our Programme Offers

  • Wood Fired Pizza Making

    Shape, Top and Create.

    Learners shape dough, choose toppings and create their own pizzas.

    Cooked by our experts in our wood fired pizza oven, participants can watch as their creations are brought to life in an authentic and exciting way, right in front of their eyes.

  • Picnic Day

    Prepare, Share and Play.

    A flexible food session that can be delivered early in the programme or on the best weather day.

    Learners will be supported to prepare delicious picnic foods and drinks, including sandwiches and snacks.

    Families then come together to enjoy a relaxed picnic on the grass within our safe, fully gated outdoor space, followed by light outdoor games.

  • Build Your Own Burger

    Choose, Stack and Create.

    Learners choose ingredients and build their own burgers, with fun elements such as “monster burgers” using creative toppings. Cooking is demonstrated with younger groups and fully supported for those who want to get involved.

  • Pancake Making

    Measure, Mix and Pour.

    Learners measure, mix and pour ingredients, then decorate their pancakes, supporting early preparation skills and sensory exploration.

    Older groups will get involved cooking their own pancakes under guided supervision.

  • Kebab Creations

    Chop, Build and Explore.

    Learners build their own vegetable kebabs using colourful ingredients and fresh herbs from the garden.

    Meat kebabs are prepared and cooked by our team (depending on learners ability) to accompany the vegetable kebab creations, ensuring a safe, inclusive and fully supported experience.

  • Yogurt Pots and Fruit Kebabs

    Pick, Build and Create.

    Learners select fresh fruits, build colourful kebabs and create yogurt pots, with optional herb picking from our on-site garden.

  • Mini Slims Gardening Club

    Dig, Plant and Grow.

    A hands-on planting and growing session introducing learners to where food comes from.

    Participants will:

      *  Dig, plant and grow their own herbs

      *  Explore soil, textures and scents

      *  Learn how herbs are used in everyday food

    Learners can take their herbs home, or contribute to planting within our on-site herb garden.

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