Nature workshops for children

“Christmas Days on the Farm” is the educational program offered by THE ROYAL GOAT FARM during the Christmas school holidays. It caters to children between the ages of 5 and 11, allowing them to participate in either of the sessions from 27th to 29th December 2023 or from 2nd to 5th January 2024. Each session will accommodate a total of 25 participants, organized into two groups.

The farm welcomes the children from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and transportation to and from the farm is the responsibility of the parents.

Indicative Program

The atmosphere during these days is brimming with festivity! And when shared with good company, they become even more enchanting. Our activities are designed to evoke warm, cheerful, and nostalgic feelings, just like the holiday memories from our childhoods. They are crafted to provide children with immersive, festive experiences while working together on the farm.

Each day is structured into the following time segments:

• Admission and Breakfast – Let’s fuel up for the day!
• Morning Stroll on the Farm – We’ll breathe in the fresh air and gather treasures for our creations…
• Hands-on Art Workshops – Because the creative spirit never rests!
• Festive Season Cooking and Baking Workshops – Let’s cook up some Christmas and New Year’s Eve magic!
• Group Games in our Indoor Area – Time to let loose a little!
• Team Effort for Lunch Preparation – Bon appétit!
• Cozy Storytelling by the Wood Stove or a Christmas Movie – A time for relaxation and warmth…
• Relaxed Lunchtime with Board or Active Games, and Finishing Our Art Projects – How quickly the festive days fly by…

Our large group, reveling in the most enchanting days of the year, will engage in sports, take leisurely walks, craft traditional cheese and its delightful derivatives, and share heartwarming Christmas and New Year’s stories by the cozy wood stove, and much more…! Of course, we’ll also spread holiday cheer with carols at neighboring farms!

And all of this will be adorned in warm and festive attire! It’s almost like something out of a fairy tale, isn’t it?

We eagerly await your registrations until December 15th. The comprehensive program of activities will be shared with families upon completion of registration.

Wishing you good health and a very Merry Christmas!

“Easter Days!” on the farm have been meticulously crafted for implementation during the Easter school holidays, specifically tailored for children aged 5 to 11 years old. Each session will accommodate a maximum of 30 children, organized into two sub-groups based on their age. They will engage in independent yet parallel activities, as well as collaborative workshops. The program’s dates for the 1st cycle are Monday, April 29th to Thursday, May 2nd, 2024, and for the 2nd cycle from May 7th to May 10th, 2024, running from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Indicative Schedule

The days radiate a spring-like charm, with nature in full bloom and the farm adorned in its finest attire! The serenity of Holy Week will transition into the exuberance of Easter! And we’ll be here to craft moments and memories with the children, leaving them with cherished treasures.

As always, our activities will be hands-on, perfectly attuned to the prevailing atmosphere and the spirit of the season.

Here are a few of our exciting activities: We’ll knead and bake our buns and pastries, gather fresh eggs from the henhouse and dye them, decorate Easter baskets and candles, weave spring wreaths with wildflowers, engage in a thrilling egg hunt, create our favorite sweets, plant vibrant flowers, explore Easter customs, participate in traditional games from yesteryears, and much, much more…!

And that’s not all! Together, we’ll prepare and savor our delicious lunches. On a special day, some of us might even prepare and enjoy a picnic in our picturesque orchard.

Now, let’s take a peek into our day:

• 8:00-8:30 AM: Reception – We’ll gather together and set our plans for the day.
• Breakfast – Because we need all the energy for our exciting adventures!
• Morning Stroll on the Farm – A chance to inhale the crisp, fresh air and collect treasures for our creative endeavors.
• Hands-on Art Workshops – We’re gearing up for an Easter of creativity!
• Engaging Cooking and Pastry Workshops in anticipation of the approaching Easter – get ready for some delectable Easter delights!
• Energetic Group Games like never before – let’s unleash some boundless fun!
• Collaborative Lunch Preparation – Bon appétit!
• Enchanting Storytelling Sessions and Readings about Spring and Easter – a time for relaxation and imagination…
• Casual Lunch Break with Board Games or Active Play, and wrapping up our art projects – these days seem to fly by…
• 3:00 PM – 3:30 PM: Departure Time – We eagerly await your return for another delightful day together! We can’t wait to see you!

Registrations will be accepted until April 12, 2024, or until spots are filled, if earlier. We look forward to sharing these wonderful moments with you!

“Summer on the Farm” is an engaging and educational program, immersed in hands-on experiences, hosted on our farm throughout the summer. It’s crafted to provide children with carefree days filled with cooperative games, exploration, experimentation, and a deep connection with the land, its produce, and the diverse array of animals on the farm.

This program addresses critical global environmental concerns, including sustainable farming practices, the imperative to reduce food waste, recycle materials, foster a circular economy, and address climate change. These imperatives are integrated into interactive activities such as gardening, cooking workshops, experiments, animal observation and care, international ‘research trips,’ and utilizing the environment to advocate for sustainable agriculture.

Through activities like organizing youth initiatives, conducting experiments, exploring historical eras, and initiating youth enterprises, we aim to inspire children to embrace values related to food, the environment, and society. This program serves as a catalyst to instill in them a deep appreciation for food, environmental sustainability, and social responsibility.

The program is conducted in four periods:

• Period A: June 20, 2024 – June 29, 2024
• Period B: July 1, 2024 – July 31, 2024
• Period C: August 1, 2024 – August 9, 2024
• Period D: August 26, 2024 – September 6, 2024

Children are grouped into three different age categories, each enjoying a tailored educational and recreational program daily in shaded outdoor areas.

For detailed information about the program and its organization, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us.

Contact Information:

THE ROYAL GOAT FARM
Tel: 00357 70001787, 00357 99653957
Contact Person: Mrs. Roula Papadopoulou Aristodimou
Contact Hours: 9:00 AM – 1:30 PM