Yarning Circles
Yarning Circles
Yarning is a long-held Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander practice of sharing stories, knowledge and conversation in a circle, where everyone has a voice.
Our custom yarning circles create a dedicated, respectful space for this in your playground, designed and built in-house to suit your site and your centre’s community.
Key Features:
A welcoming gathering space for group time, storytelling and reflection
Supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives within the Early Years Learning Framework
Encourages listening, turn-taking and respectful conversation
Natural log, stone or timber seating that suits nature play spaces
Custom designed, fabricated and installed in-house
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A yarning circle gives children a place to slow down, connect and be heard.
Educators use it for morning gatherings, acknowledgements, stories and quiet reflection, while children often return to it in their own play. Its circular layout puts everyone on equal footing, which is exactly the point.
Special Features
- Sized for your group numbers, from small circles to whole room gatherings
- Can be surrounded by native planting for shade and a sense of place
- Pairs well with bush log teepees and nature play areas
- We’re happy to work with your centre and local community on the design
Yarning circles we've built
Gathering spaces designed to bring children together for stories, conversation and connection.
