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Thailand - 
Igniting Passionate Educators

Phuket
Igniting Passionate Educators 
Saturday 9th May - Saturday 16th May 2026


What's Included:
7 x nights' accommodation in 4* Hotel - 15-minute walk to Patong beach (free shuttle available)
Different Distant Ocean Room Solo room available (Twin & Triple Room has garden view)
7 x breakfasts
6 x lunches
7 x dinners (one-courses - includes a glass of wine/beer/soft drink each evening)
Transfers to hotel
7 x mornings of yoga
1 x James bo
nd Island Tour
1 x day of visits to Early Learning Centres
2 x days of conference

Additional Extras:
Flights to Phuket
Any Additional Drinks


Igniting Passionate Early Childhood Educators
Full Itinerary


Saturday
Day 1: Arrival & Welcome

Afternoon:
Arrive in Phuket
Check into your accommodation from 3:00 PM.
Settle in and explore the retreat surroundings.
Evening:
Welcome Wine and Dinner (7:00 PM – 8:00 PM)
Meet fellow educators, retreat facilitators, and set your intentions for the week in a relaxed dinner setting.
Icebreaker Activities (8:00 PM – 8:30 PM)
Fun activities to foster connection and introduce the theme of the retreat.
“Passion Wall”: Post what inspires you about early childhood education.
Evening Discussion Topic: "What ignites your passion for early childhood education?" (8:30 PM – 9:00 PM)

Day 2: Rest & Outdoor Learning
Morning:
Optional Morning Walk (7:00 AM – 8:00 AM)
Breakfast (8:30 AM – 9:00 AM)
Rest and Relaxation (9:00 AM – 12:00 PM)
Enjoy quiet time by the beach, pool, or retreat spaces to rejuvenate and reflect.
Afternoon:
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Reflection in Nature (1:00 PM – 200 PM)
Guided reflective walk focusing on the impact of nature in child development.
Outdoor Learning Activities (2:00 PM – 3:00 PM)
A practical session exploring how to incorporate nature-based learning into your program.
Evening:
Casual BBQ or Campfire Dinner (6:30 PM – 8:00 PM)
Evening Discussion Topic: "How can outdoor learning ignite passion in both educators and children?" (8:30 PM – 9:00 PM)

Day 3: Day of Learning – Keynotes & Workshops
Morning:
Optional Morning Walk (7:00 AM – 8:00 AM)
Breakfast (8:30 AM – 9:00 AM)
Keynote: "Reigniting the Spark: How to Nurture the Passion for Teaching" (9:00 AM – 10:00 AM)
Workshop 1: Building Emotional Intelligence in Children (10:30 AM – 11:30 AM)
Workshop 2: Play-Based Learning (11:45 AM – 12:45 PM)
Deep dive into the importance of play in early childhood development.
Lunch (12:45 PM – 1:45 PM)
Afternoon:
Workshop 3: Designing Culturally Responsive Classrooms (2:00 PM – 3:00 PM)
Group Reflection (3:00 PM – 4:00 PM)
Evening:
Dinner & Informal Networking (6:30 PM – 8:00 PM)
Evening Discussion Topic: "How do we keep the passion for early childhood education alive throughout our careers?" (8:30 PM – 9:00 PM)

Day 4: Day of Hiking & Wellness
Morning:
Optional Morning Walk (7:00 AM – 8:00 AM)
Breakfast (8:30 AM – 9:00 AM)
Sunrise Yoga or Meditation (6:30 AM – 7:30 AM)
Scenic Hike to Lookout Point (8:00 AM – 11:00 AM)
Afternoon:
Workshop: Self-Care for Educators (12:00 PM – 1:00 PM)
Group Wellness Reflection (1:00 PM – 2:00 PM)
Evening:
Dinner & Free Time (6:30 PM – 8:00 PM)
Evening Discussion Topic: "The role of self-care in sustaining passion as an educator" (8:30 PM – 9:00 PM)

Day 5: Early Learning Classroom Visits
Morning & Afternoon:
Breakfast (8:30 AM – 9:00 AM)
Visits to Early Learning Centres (9:00 AM – 3:30 PM)
Urban and rural settings around Phuket.
Lunch (During centre visits)
Late Afternoon:
Return & Group Debrief (4:00 PM – 5:00 PM)
Evening:
Dinner (6:30 PM – 8:00 PM)
Evening Discussion Topic: "How can we bring inspiration from other classrooms into our own?" (8:30 PM – 9:00 PM)

Day 6: Practical Strategies & Creative Workshops
Morning:
Optional Morning Walk (7:00 AM – 8:00 AM)
Breakfast (8:30 AM – 9:00 AM)
Workshop 4: Creating Inclusive Learning Spaces (9:00 AM – 10:00 AM)
Workshop 5: Storytelling and Arts in Early Childhood (10:15 AM – 11:15 AM)
Lunch (11:30 AM – 12:30 PM)
Afternoon:
Collaborative Action Planning (1:00 PM – 2:00 PM)
Peer Feedback & Sharing (2:15 PM – 3:30 PM)
Evening:
Rooftop Dinner (6:30 PM – 8:00 PM)
Evening Discussion Topic: "What innovative strategies can we implement in our classrooms to ignite passion in children?" (8:30 PM – 9:00 PM)

Day 7: Relaxation, Rejuvenation, and Celebration
Morning:
Optional Morning Walk (7:00 AM – 8:00 AM)
Breakfast (8:30 AM – 9:00 AM)
Free Time (9:00 AM – 12:30 PM)
Choose from optional tours: nearby islands, spa treatments, shopping at Patong Beach, or simply unwind.
Afternoon:
Final Reflection Session (1:00 PM – 2:30 PM)
Evening:
Celebration Dinner & Awards Night (6:30 PM – 8:00 PM)
Festive gathering with music, connection, and recognition of those who’ve inspired others throughout the retreat.
Evening Discussion Topic: "What are the next steps in your journey as an educator?" (8:30 PM – 9:00 PM)

Day 8: Farewell & Departure
Morning:
Closing Circle (8:30 AM – 9:00 AM)
Final sharing of key learnings, heartfelt moments, and personal commitments.
Departure
Leave refreshed, inspired, and ready to reignite your classroom with passion and purpose.

Prices are below -

Solo - 
Maximum 1 person per room

Early bird Full Price - $2000

Deposit - $300

Remaining​ - $1700
Deposit Solo - $300 Per Person TOTAL $300

Twin Share - 
​Maximum 2 people per room

Early bird Price Per Person - $1400 (Total - $2800)
Deposit - $300 Per Person (Total $600)

Remaining - $2200 ($1100 Per Person)
Deposit Twin - $300 Per Person TOTAL $600

Triple Share - 
​Maximum 3 people per room

Early bird Price Per Person - $1290 (Total - $3870)
Deposit - $300 Per Person (Total $900)

Remaining - $2970 ($990 Per Person)
Deposit Triple - $300 Per Person TOTAL $900
Remaining Due 90 days prior to departure 9th February 2026
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  • Resources
    • Centre Manager Toolkit
    • Philsophy Guide
    • Quality Improvement Plan Guide
    • The Family Toolkit
    • The Educators Toolkit
  • ECE
    • Quality Improvement App - Meet and Exceed
    • Connect. Calm. Guided Classroom >
      • Connect.Calm. Guide - 1-Day Course
      • Connect. Calm. Guide. 2-Hour Session
      • Connect. Calm. Guide - 12-Week Program
    • The Exceptional Early Childhood Educator
    • Exceeding the National Quality Framework - 1-Day Course
    • Early Childhood Connection - AUS
    • 12 Months to Exceeding
    • The Early Childhood Essentials >
      • The Early Childhood Essentials Collection - Workbook
      • The Early Childhood Essentials Collection - Online Course - AUS
    • Early Childhood Educators Toolkit
    • Forest School Bush Kindy Foundations - AUS >
      • Forest School - Busy Kindy Foundations - 2HR Course
      • Forest School - Busy Kindy Foundations - 1-DAY Course
    • Foundations of Exceptional Early Childhood Practice - Masterclass AUS >
      • Foundations of Exceptional Early Childhood Practice - ONLINE AUS
      • Foundations of Exceptional Early Childhood Practice 2-Hour Masterclass - AUS
      • Foundations of Exceptional Early Childhood Practice 1-Day Course AUS
    • 12-Month Professional Development Program - AUS
    • Foundations of High Quality Early Childhood Practice - AUS
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      • The Regulated Child - United States and Canada
      • The Regulated Child - United Kingdom
    • The Secure and Resilient Child >
      • The Secure and Resilient Child - AUS
    • Belonging, Voice, and Everyday Practice in Early Childhood >
      • Belonging, Voice, and Everyday Practice in Early Childhood - AUS
    • Provocations, Environments, and Behaviour Guidance >
      • Provacations, Environments, and Behaviour Guidance - AUS
    • The Calm and Confident Classroom >
      • The Calm and Confident Classroom - Australia
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      • The Calm and Confident Classroom - United States and Canada
    • The Connected Child, The Confident Educator >
      • The Connected Child, The Confident Educator - Australia >
        • The Connected Child: The Confident Educator - 2-hr course AUS
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    • From Surviving to Thriving >
      • From Surviving to Thriving - Aus
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    • Inspired Leadership >
      • Inspired Leadership - AUS
    • The Ecology of Early Childhood >
      • The Ecology of Early Childhood - Aus
    • Provocations In Play >
      • Provocations in Play - Aus
    • The Six Pillars of Early Childhood Practice >
      • The Six Pillars of Early Childhood Practice - AUS
    • The Environment as the Third Teacher >
      • The Environment as the Third Teacher - AUS
    • Building Identity, Confidence, and Emotional Security >
      • Building Identity, Confidence, and Emotional Security - AUS
    • The Voice of the Child >
      • The Voice of the Child - Aus
    • The Outdoor Learning Environemnt >
      • The Outdoor Learning Environment - Aus
    • Attachment, Connection, and Emotional Security >
      • Attachment, Connection, and Emotional Security - AUS
    • Transitions and Group Times >
      • Transitions and Group Times - AUS
    • Foundations of Child Psychology >
      • Foundations of Child Psychology in Early Learning - AUS
    • Positive Psychology in Early Childhood >
      • Positive Psychology in Early Childhood - AUS
    • The Developing Child: Identity Confidence, and Emotional Growth >
      • The Developing Child: Identity, Confidence, and Emotional Growth - AUS
    • Early Childhood Excellence - Bali
    • The Regulated Leader: Educator Wellbeing & Leadership in Practice
    • Early Years Mastery - Australia >
      • Early Years Mastery Theory Play & Practice Weekend - Sydney
      • Early Years Mastery Theory Play & Practice Weekend - Melbourne
      • Early Years Mastery Theory Play & Practice Weekend - Brisbane
  • The Whole Child
    • The Whole Child, The Whole Educator - Australia
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  • Courses
    • Support Groups xo Australia >
      • Inspired to Educate - AUS
      • Mid-Year Reset - Supporting Early Childhood Education
      • 2-Hour Early Childhood Masterclass
      • Supervision 101
      • Reflect, Reset, and Rise - Working Collaboratively as a Team
      • The Power of Risky and Messy Play
      • Safeguarding Children: Supporting Child Safety in Early Learning Environments
      • Guiding Children's Behaviour in Early Childhood
      • Educational Leader
      • Leading with Purpose: A Course for Centre Managers
      • Critical Reflection
      • Supporting Children's Additional Needs
      • Supporting and Guiding Resilient Children: Confidence, Coping, Growth, & Positive Behaviour
      • Supporting Educator's Wellbeing
      • Nature Play and Children's Wellbeing
      • Attachment, Connection, & Emotional Security
      • Provocations in Play
      • Developmental Theorists
      • Nature and Sustainability
      • STEAM in Early Childhood
      • Cultural and Indigenous Practices
      • Language and Numeracy
      • Strengthening Relationships
      • Play with Purpose
      • Responding to Family Concerns and Complaints
      • Being a Lead Educator
    • Support Groups xo Canada xo >
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    • Self-Paced Sessions - Australia
  • Workbooks
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      • Foundations of Children and Learning
      • Wellbeing, Health, and Behaviour
      • Relationships and Inclusions
      • Nature, Environment, and Learning
      • Intentional Professional Practice
      • Leadership and Quality
    • 52 Weeks - Workbook
    • NQF Toolkit -Meet and Exeed the NQF
  • Leaderhship
    • Leadership - 5-Week Leadership Program
  • Wellbeing
    • 52-Weeks to Wellness
    • Educators Wellness and Wellbeing Workbook
    • Educators Wellness and Wellbeing - 2-hr
    • Nature through Nature - AUS
    • Igniting Passionate Educators! - 2 Hour Course