Nurturing the Creative Spark!
Aeon Academy News & Events
Christmas Elf Workshops
Let us look after your children after the term ends and before Christmas! Children will look forward to the gift giving of Christmas when they get involved with our range of craft activities, making hand made gifts they will be proud to make and give to loved ones. Our craft program is based on a range of activities which may be swapped around to complement the day and the participants. We focus on sustainable and handmade gift giving, encouraging children to think about who they are making the gift [...]
Clay Play at Yarralumla does Christmas
Save the date. Saturday Dec 6th 3pm-8pm . Weather permitting this much loved event will be back in Weston Park this year. Aeon Academy will be providing free Clay Play for children and the young at heart! Yarralumla Does Christmas
Launch of the Summer Vacation program!
Super Early Bird discounts for our fast track families! If you are a regular family that attends and haven't received the discount code to access early bird tickets, send our office a message! Book now for the cheapest prices for our super Summer Vacation of 3 weeks of specialised programs for children ages 7+ Book tickets for Creative Catalyst here Book tickets for Vala here Grandparents, Aunties, Uncles and Friends - if you don't know what to get the children in your life for Christmas why not get [...]
YPS reopens for all students
Dear Families Update 3pm Wed 19th; all classes are back at school-hooray! See Education Directorate information here Update- Yarralumla Primary School continues to be closed tomorrow, Wednesday 19th Nov. Our Orana Outside School Hours Care Service is open and we do have limited places for children from YPS who need care between 3-6. Please email our office with your request. Regarding the current ACT Education Directorate response to the coloured sand circumstance, Aeon Academy does not have any of these recalled products. We are awaiting further advice [...]
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Who we are.
Aeon Academy is run by the not-for-profit, cultural organisation Aeon Arts Ltd and works for the wellbeing of the community. Its aim is to deliver an Outside School Hours Education and Care service of the highest quality, and has been doing so for over 20 years.
The Aeon Academy team believes all children are innately gifted and talented and that education is a natural outcome of creativity. Everything we do is about nurturing their creative spark and inspiring them to learn through creativity and play. We strive to support families and recognise that our dedicated and experienced Educators are privileged to be a positive and formative part of your child’s life.
At Aeon Academy your child’s safety and wellbeing come first. Outside school hours education and care is our specialisation and our sole focus. Our engaged and caring leadership team works on site with their fingers on the pulse every day ensuring your child will experience a safe learning environment. Our Educators are supported to have the quality time needed to meaningfully engage with your child.
Choose from a suite of programs to suit your child. Our strong reputation for exceptional programming delivers programs that children love. Our team of highly qualified Educational Leaders and Programming Directors meaningfully tailor programs to meet differing individual and community needs and interests, maximising your child’s engagement and learning. All of our unique Foundation and Specialised Programs promote creative thinking, encourage adaptable approaches to problem solving and open up endless possibilities for your child.
Environmental sustainability is an essential part of our philosophy. We embed sustainability in the day-to-day activities and programming of our Service. We believe in empowering children as active global citizens.
The Aeon Academy experience is akin to being among a caring family. We understand that learning is a lifelong journey and we strive to be an organisation that nurtures that journey; from very young children, to primary students, to teenagers and young people. We are an inclusive organisation that genuinely engages with our community. Our legendary Open Days are fun and free community events, bringing families and children together to enjoy meaningful and memorable experiences.
Your child will look forward to their time with us and have so much fun they’ll be excited to come back for more.
Our Philosophy.
Aeon Academy’s Philosophy is one of Authenticity. Our service seeks to Nurture each Child’s Creative Spark through:
AUTHENTIC LEARNING with Original and Creative Programming that:
- Embraces Cultural Diversity and embodies Meaningful Experiences
- Is Responsive, Inspiring and evolves within an enriching and Nurturing Environment
- Empowers Children’s Agency as Active and Lifelong Learners
- Provides Choice and encourages Play
AUTHENTIC CARE through our commitment to:
- Nurturing Children’s Safety and Wellbeing
- Compassionate and Well Trained Staff
- Responsive and Accountable Governance
- Environmentally Sustainable Practices and Education
AUTHENTIC ENGAGEMENT with our Community, built upon:
- Consistent and Open Communication
- Opportunities for active Collaboration and Connection
- Inclusive and Democratic Policies and Practices
- Long running Mentoring Programs for Teens and Young People