Little Explorers
A calm, creative art program for children aged 18 months – 5 years old
Little Explorers is the first step in the Creative Makes journey — where young children begin building confidence, curiosity, independence, and a lifelong love of creativity through sensory play and process art in a calm, welcoming studio environment.
Why families love Little Explorers
• No step-by-step crafts
• No pressure to produce perfect results
• Real tools and materials
• Calm, welcoming studio space
• Creativity through exploration and play
A typical session can include
• Painting and colour exploration
• Clay and sensory materials
• Cutting, collage and construction
• Open-ended art invitations
• Time to explore freely at their own pace
Children move between studio stations while educators gently guide their thinking and creativity.
Little Explorers helps children develop:
• Fine motor strength
• Confidence and independence
• Curiosity and problem solving
• Emotional regulation
• Early creative thinking
All through joyful hands-on exploration.
For parents, Little Explorers offers:
• A calm weekly activity to enjoy together
• The chance to watch your child grow in confidence
• A welcoming community of families
• A studio environment where creativity is encouraged
A beautiful beginning to your child’s creative journey.
Many families find Little Explorers becomes a weekly ritual — a place where children explore, parents connect, and confidence quietly grows.
Studio Sensory Play
For Children Aged 18 months to 4 years
Our Sensory Play sessions invite your little one to dive into the wonder of creative discovery. Designed for children aged 18 months–4 and their caregivers, these 45 minute sessions focus on early sensory experiences, connection, and exploration. Together, you’ll squish, splash, and create as your child builds comfort with new textures and materials, develops confidence in a welcoming environment, and discovers the simple joy of creative play.
Studio Kinder Play
For Children Aged 3-5 years
Our Kinder Play sessions are all about growing independence and imagination through hands-on, play-based art. Designed for children aged 3–5, these shorter classes allow little makers to move freely between creative stations, experimenting with tools and materials at their own pace. Parents are welcome to join in or step back as children gain confidence using scissors, glue, paintbrushes, and textures.
Our First Session Promise
Starting something new can feel like a big step, especially for young children.
If after your first Little Explorers session you feel the program isn’t the right fit for your child, simply let us know* and we’ll cancel your membership and refund your enrolment fee.
We want families to feel confident joining the studio.
*You must let us know within 24 hours of your first session.
What a Little Explorers Session Looks Like
Arrival & Welcome
Families arrive, settle in, and children are free to begin exploring the studio.
Creative Exploration
Children move between art invitations including painting, clay, sensory play, collage, and construction. They explore at their own pace while educators gently guide their thinking and creativity.
Discovery & Independence
As children experiment with materials, they practice pouring, mixing, cutting, building, and making their own creative choices.
Closing Circle
We finish the session together with a simple closing activity - a song, some dancing, or a story - giving children a calm and joyful way to wrap up their creative time.
Growing Through Creativity
At Creative Makes, Little Explorers is a calm, welcoming art program for children aged 18 months to 5 years and their caregivers.
These early creative experiences are about more than paint and play. They are a chance to slow down together, step away from busy routines, and share meaningful moments of discovery with your child.
Through sensory-rich, process-based art, children explore colour, texture, movement, and materials at their own pace. As they pour, mix, cut, and create, they build confidence, curiosity, and important early developmental skills.
And for parents, something special happens too. Instead of rushing from one activity to the next, you get to watch your child explore, experiment, and grow in real time, often seeing little moments of independence that surprise you.
Little Explorers also becomes a place of community. A space where families with young children can connect, share stories, celebrate milestones, and realise they’re not navigating these early years alone.
Aligned with our mission —
Create as who you are. Boldly. Bravely. Freely. Fully. Unapologetically.
Our sessions focus on belonging, creativity, and connection.
Here, the goal isn’t perfect results.
It’s shared experiences, messy joy, and the confidence that grows when children are trusted to explore and create in their own way.
Why Creativity and Sensory Play Matter
Little Hands, Big Imaginations
Between the ages of 2 and 5, children are naturally curious about the world around them. They explore through touch, movement, colour, and experimentation. Sensory and creative play isn’t just enjoyable — it’s how young children develop confidence, coordination, and a deeper understanding of how things work.
At Little Explorers, these natural instincts are nurtured through hands-on art experiences that encourage curiosity, independence, and joyful discovery.
For the Children
* Fine Motor Strength - Pouring, scooping, painting, cutting, and shaping clay help strengthen the small muscles in children’s hands, supporting important skills they will later use for writing, dressing themselves, and everyday tasks.
*Creative Confidence - When children are free to experiment without a “right” or “wrong” outcome, they learn to trust their ideas and develop confidence in their creativity.
*Problem Solving & Curiosity - Mixing colours, building structures, and exploring materials encourages children to ask questions, test ideas, and discover new possibilities.
*Sensory Exploration - Different textures, materials, and tools engage multiple senses, supporting brain development and helping children learn to regulate their emotions and focus their attention.
*Early Social Skills - Working alongside other children naturally builds communication, cooperation, and empathy as they share materials, observe each other’s ideas, and explore together.
For the Parents
*Witness the Small Moments of Growth - One of the most special parts of Little Explorers is watching your child discover something new — whether it’s confidently choosing their own colours or proudly saying, “I did it myself.”
*A Calm, Welcoming Space - We take care of the materials, preparation, and clean-up so you can simply enjoy the experience alongside your child.
*Connection with Other Families - These early years can feel both beautiful and chaotic. Little Explorers offers a chance to meet other parents at a similar stage and share the journey together.
*Confidence in Your Child’s Development - Through creative exploration, children build skills that support lifelong learning — curiosity, resilience, independence, and problem solving.
At Creative Makes, we create a space where young children are free to explore, experiment, and make joyful discoveries through art.
Sometimes it’s messy.
Sometimes it’s surprising.
But it’s always meaningful.
Little Explorers Memberships
Essentials
Begin your child’s creative journey in a calm, welcoming space to explore, play, and grow. The Essentials membership includes one weekly Little Explorers session where children can discover art through sensory exploration and process-based creativity — no pressure, just curiosity and confidence building.
Weekly Little Explorers Class - Choose from Sensory or Kinder
Creative Plus
Give your little explorer even more time to create, discover, and grow. Creative Plus includes two weekly Little Explorers sessions, offering more opportunities to explore materials, build confidence, and develop independence through playful, process-based art.
2 x Weekly Little Explorers Classes - Choose from Sensory or Kinder or one of each
All-In
Go all in on creativity and exploration. With two Little Explorers sessions, families can enjoy the freedom to create, discover, and grow together in our calm, welcoming studio environment.
2 x Weekly Little Explorers Classes - Choose from Sensory or Kinder or one of each
+
4 x excursions or special events per year
FAQ
Do parents stay during the session?
Yes. Little Explorers is a shared experience.
What should children wear?
Clothes that can get messy.
What if my child is shy?
That’s completely normal. Many children observe before joining in.
New
Little Explorers Class Passes
Looking for flexibility without committing to a weekly class?
Our Little Explorers Class Passes give you the freedom to book sessions that suit your schedule, while still experiencing the calm, creative environment of our studio.
Designed for children aged 18 months–5 years, Little Explorers sessions invite young children to explore paint, clay, sensory materials, and creative tools in a supportive, process-based setting.
Whether you're easing into a routine, juggling busy weeks, or just want to try something new—class passes offer a simple way to stay connected to creativity.
Class Pass Options
5 Class Pass – $190
Valid for 3 months
10 Class Pass – $350
Valid for 6 months
• Use across Sensory Play and Kinder Play sessions
• Book sessions that suit your schedule
• Calm, welcoming studio environment
• All materials included
How it works
Once registered, you’ll be able to:
• Purchase your class pass
• Book into available sessions
• Manage your schedule in one place
Classes are booked individually and automatically deducted from your pass.
Bookings must be made at least 48 hours in advance and are subject to availability.
Looking for a regular weekly class?
Our memberships offer priority booking, consistent placement, and the best value for ongoing creative development.
Many families begin their journey with Little Explorers and continue growing creatively with Creative Makes as their children get older.
Excursions & Special Events
At Creative Makes, we love mixing up our regular studio sessions with exciting excursions and special events that spark imagination and create unforgettable memories!
For our younger explorers, this might mean a Teddy Bears’ Picnic, a trip to the beach, or other hands-on adventures that get them moving, discovering, and having fun outdoors.
Our special events bring extra magic to the studio, think pyjama days, creative movie nights, or themed celebrations where kids can dress up, play, and immerse themselves in a unique experience.
Every excursion and event is designed to encourage curiosity, creativity, and connection – all in a safe, supportive, and playful environment where every child feels included.
