Cool Kids Classes in Perth

Perth is packed with brilliant experiences for kids, whether you’re hunting for a weekly term activity, a school holiday adventure or a one‑off workshop to try something totally new. From muddy obstacle courses and horse riding, to messy play studios, wildlife encounters, space art, baking for charity and more, there’s something here for every kind of kid – and every budget. This guide brings together our favourite term‑time programs, school holiday options and special one‑off sessions across Perth, all designed to get kids off screens, building confidence and discovering new passions.

Term Time Classes

Keep boredom at bay between holidays with these seriously cool term‑time classes. From arty mess and nature play to horses, obstacle courses, astronomy and more, these weekly programs give kids something to look forward to, help them build real skills over time, and slot neatly into the after‑school routine. Whether you’ve got a cautious preschooler or a thrill‑seeking tween, there’s a class here to match their vibe (and your schedule).

Made to Be Messy – Messy Play, Art & STEM Studio

Made to Be Messy is a dedicated messy play, art and STEM studio where kids can go wild with creativity while you don’t have to worry about the clean‑up. With themed sessions each week, children dive into hands‑on sensory play, process art and simple STEM challenges that build curiosity, confidence and creativity. Core term‑time classes include Little Learners (6–18 months) for gentle sensory introduction, Creative Crew (8 months–8 years) for mixed‑age messy and creative play, and Curious Kids (5–12 years) for primary‑aged kids who want more open‑ended art and STEM projects. You can enrol for a full term, book casual spots, join school holiday workshops or even book in‑studio parties – all in an inclusive, welcoming space designed just for kids to get gloriously messy.
Read the Buggybuddys review of Made to be Messy. 

Location: Made to Be Messy Studio, Shop 9/99 Caridean Street, Heathridge WA 6027
More info: Made to Be Messy – Official site

Horsey Activity Club – Happy Hooves Wanneroo

Happy Hooves Wanneroo’s Horsey Activity Club is a gentle, animal‑centred program for young children that blends pony riding, farm‑style play and hands‑on animal care. Aimed at ages 2–5, each session includes properly fitted helmets, brushing and caring for calm ponies and horses, and two child‑led riding opportunities around the paddock with fun games (like colour‑matching rings and poles) to build balance, coordination and confidence. When they’re not riding, kids can help prepare feed, enjoy water play, cuddle guinea pigs, explore sandpits and toy sheds, push mini wheelbarrows and get involved in simple crafts – all at their own pace. It’s ideal for little animal lovers who need time to warm up, as there’s no pressure to ride, and parents stay involved for extra reassurance.
Horsey Activity Club at Happy Hooves – Buggybuddys review

Location: Happy Hooves Wanneroo, 44 Jambanis Road, Wanneroo WA 6065
More info: https://happyhooveswanneroo.com.au/

Hi Voltage Entertainment – Junior ‘Rev Head’ Go Kart Academy

Got a kid who loves speed (and would rather race than do another “normal” after-school activity)? Hi Voltage Entertainment’s Junior ‘Rev Head’ Go Kart Academy is a 6-week program for kids aged 7–11 where they learn real driving skills in a fun, supported environment. Kids train in small groups with two experienced mentors, building confidence with techniques like braking, cornering, racing lines and overtaking—plus they’ll make friends who are just as kart-mad. There’s also a minimum height requirement of 124cm, and upcoming terms run on Tuesdays or Wednesdays (dates listed on the website).

Address: 4 Hubert Street, Belmont WA 6104

Website: Hi Voltage Entertainment – Junior Go Kart Academy

Perth Kids Shed – Woodworking Workshops for Kids

Perth Kids Shed is a brilliant hands-on woodworking workshop where kids aged roughly 5–12 can hammer, saw, sand and create real projects with real tools in a safe, supportive environment. Based in Midvale, this dedicated kids’ workshop runs term-time classes on Wednesdays and Saturdays, plus school holiday sessions where children build everything from catapults and birdhouses to swords, shields and memory games. Each session is guided by experienced instructors who teach proper tool use, problem-solving and creative thinking, while kids gain confidence, fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination and a genuine sense of achievement from making something with their own hands. Private tuition sessions are also available for one-on-one learning. It’s perfect for kids who love making, building and getting stuck into a proper project—and parents love that it’s screen-free, skill-building and seriously cool.

Location: Perth Kids Shed, 13 Victoria Parade, Midvale WA 6053
More info: Perth Kids Shed

Wild Explorers – Perth Zoo

Wild Explorers at Perth Zoo is a gorgeous term-based program for little animal lovers aged 2–3 years. Led by zoo educators, these 45‑minute sessions combine hands-on activities, animal-themed games and gentle adventures around the zoo to spark curiosity and a love of wildlife. Each term explores a different theme – from how animals move, hide and look, to the homes they live in – with plenty of opportunities for sensory play and simple conservation lessons. It’s a lovely way for toddlers and their carers to learn, play and connect with nature together.
Read the Buggybuddys review of Wild Explorers. 

Location: Perth Zoo, 20 Labouchere Road, South Perth WA 6151
More info: Wild Explorers – Perth Zoo

Puppet Playtime – Spare Parts Puppet Theatre

Puppet Playtime at Spare Parts Puppet Theatre is a gorgeous, interactive storytime experience created especially for children aged 3–5. Each session features a much‑loved picture book brought to life through puppetry, playful performance and plenty of audience participation. Little ones sit and listen to the story, then dive into themed craft and creative play with their grown‑ups before returning to enjoy the tale retold, this time with their own handmade creations in hand. It’s a gentle, engaging way to spark imagination, build early literacy and introduce children to the magic of live theatre.

Location: Spare Parts Puppet Theatre, 1 Short Street, Walyalup/Fremantle WA 6160
More info: Puppet Playtime – Spare Parts Puppet Theatre

Flight School – iFLY Indoor Skydiving

iFLY’s Flight School is a thrilling weekly program where kids and teens aged 4–17 learn the sport of indoor skydiving in a safe, fully controlled wind tunnel. Under the guidance of certified instructors, students build skills week by week with pre‑flight training, warm‑ups, one‑on‑one coaching and several minutes of personal flying time each session. Along the way they develop confidence, fitness, teamwork and goal‑setting skills – and with enough practice, some even go on to compete in national indoor skydiving competitions. It’s perfect for kids who love adventure and want a seriously cool after‑school sport.
Read the Buggybuddys review

Location: iFLY Perth, 143 Great Eastern Highway, Rivervale WA 6103
More info: Flight School – iFLY Indoor Skydiving

Sea School – AQWA

Sea School at AQWA is a playful, term-long ocean adventure for preschoolers aged 3–5 and their grown‑ups. Across eight weekly sessions, children meet a new sea creature each week through songs, movement, simple science, Auslan signs, crafts and storytime in AQWA’s “ocean classroom”. Then it’s off on a mini “excursion” to visit that animal in its habitat, guided by a friendly Ocean Guide. From sharks and jellyfish to turtles and starfish, little marine explorers build fine‑motor skills, confidence and a love of the underwater world in a relaxed, small‑group setting.
Read the Buggybuddys review of Sea School. 

Location: AQWA – The Aquarium of Western Australia, 91 Southside Drive, Hillarys WA 6025
More info: Sea School – AQWA

Kids Group Surf Lessons – Go Surf Perth

Go Surf Perth’s Kids Group Surf Lessons are a brilliant way for Perth kids to get confident in the waves and fall in love with the ocean. Designed for 8–12 year olds from complete beginners through to intermediate surfers, these small-group sessions focus on ocean awareness, surf safety and solid technique, all in a safe, controlled environment with fully qualified coaches. Families can choose from single lessons or 3‑ or 5‑lesson courses that run most weekends of the year, with boards and wetsuits included and the option for friends to surf in the same group.

Location: Summer – Brighton Beach, Scarborough; Winter – Leighton Beach, North Fremantle (see website for current schedule)
More info: Kids Group Surf Course – Go Surf Perth

Squadrone – Drone Club After-School Program

Squadrone’s Drone Club is a weekly after‑school STEM club for kids who are obsessed with tech, flying things and figuring out how stuff works. Run over 7 weeks (1 hour per week), the club lets students learn to code and operate real drones in a safe, structured environment, guided by experienced instructors. Kids work on bite‑sized projects that build from basic commands to more complex flight paths and challenges, while also practising teamwork, problem‑solving and logical thinking. It’s a fun alternative to traditional coding clubs, ideal for primary and early high‑school students who want a regular, hands‑on STEM activity that feels more like flying robots than “doing homework”.

Location: Hosted at participating schools, after‑school clubs and community centres 
More info: Drone Club After School Care – Squadrone

Filmbites – Youth Screen Acting, Filmmaking, Animation & Game Design

Filmbites is a Perth‑based youth screen academy for creative kids and teens who love movies, games and storytelling. Catering for ages roughly 7–18, they offer term‑time courses in screen acting (from absolute beginners through to industry and advanced levels) plus screen production streams in filmmaking, animation and game design. Classes focus on real on‑set skills: script work, character, camera awareness, directing, storyboarding, editing and more, with a strong, supportive teaching team and a clear progression pathway. Filmbites also runs school holiday workshops and partners with schools for incursions, making it a great option for young people keen to get behind – or in front of – the camera in a serious but fun environment.

Locations:

• Main Studio: 6/31 Oxleigh Drive, Malaga WA 6090
• Butler: Butler Community Centre, 55 Kingsbridge Blvd, Butler WA 6036
• Rockingham: Hillman Hall, 29 Unnaro St, Hillman WA 6168
• Wellard: John Wellard Community Centre, Runnymede Gate, Wellard WA 6170

More info: Filmbites Youth Screen Academy

Kids Parkour Academy – Movement Co

Movement Co’s Kids Parkour Academy is an awesome way for energetic kids and teens to climb, jump and run their way through the school term. In these structured weekly classes, children build strength, agility and coordination while learning real parkour skills in a safe, fully supervised environment. With age-specific sessions from preschoolers through to teens, expert coaches focus on confidence, creativity, problem-solving and smart risk assessment, all wrapped up in a super fun, active program that keeps kids moving and off screens.

Location: Movement Co, 7/97 Hector Street West, Osborne Park WA 6017
More info: Kids Parkour Academy – Movement Co

The Little Things Garden – Balga Child and Family Centre

The Little Things community garden at Balga Child and Family Centre is a gorgeous, low‑cost sensory play and garden space for babies, toddlers and preschoolers. Run in partnership with the Salvation Army, the Friday Sensory Playgroup uses both the leafy outdoor garden (fig trees, boardwalks, cubbies, cars, soft play and exploration nooks) and a well‑equipped indoor play area with toy kitchens, shops, baby corners and small‑world play. Sessions often include simple themed crafts, messy/sensory activities and shared morning tea, making it a lovely way for little ones to play while parents connect with each other. The playgroup is extremely affordable (around $10 per term), with many additional children’s programs at the centre offered free, so it’s ideal for local families looking for a warm, supportive community space.
The Little Things Garden – Buggybuddys review

Location: The Little Things Garden at Balga Child and Family Centre, Balga WA (see provider links for exact session details)
More info: Balga Salvation Army children’s activities

Jungle Gym – Gymnastics, Toddler Play & Holiday Sessions

Jungle Gym in Willetton is a huge, bouncy, foam‑pit‑filled Playground for active kids, offering everything from structured gymnastics to casual play. Term‑time classes focus on fun skill‑building, with Kindy Gym for 3–5 year olds and beginner through to advanced gymnastics for kids 4–13, all in a high‑energy, confidence‑boosting environment. For younger ones, weekday Toddler Play sessions (1–5 years) let them climb, jump and tumble at their own pace without big kids underfoot. In the school holidays, Jungle Gym ramps things up with extra toddler sessions, staff‑led 2‑hour activity sessions for ages 4–11, and casual play blocks where kids can burn serious energy on trampolines, beams, bars and more.
Read the Buggybuddys review of Jungle Gym.

Location:

• Jungle Gym: 24 Gympie Way, Willetton WA 6155
• Jungle Gym Minii: 18 Roxby Lane / 18 Gympie Way, Willetton WA 6155

More info: Jungle Gym – Official site

School Holidays

School holidays are the perfect time to break the routine and try something a bit special. These cool holiday programs and workshops pack big fun into shorter bursts – think sharks and wildlife encounters, flight simulators, muddy obstacle courses, space art, beach horse rides, Minecraft camps, messy play intensives and more. They’re ideal for kids who want a taste of something new without a full‑term commitment, and for parents who need screen‑free days that feel like an adventure rather than just “filling time.”

Young Eagles Program – Royal Aero Club of WA

The Young Eagles Program at the Royal Aero Club of WA is perfect for Perth kids and teens who dream of taking to the skies. Running as both a one-day and two-day experience, budding aviators get a hands-on introduction to flying, including time in a flight simulator, fun lessons on navigation and radio calls, behind-the-scenes tours of the hangar and control tower, and an unforgettable 45-minute flight over Perth in a Cessna aircraft. With age-appropriate streams for 10–13 year olds and 14–17 year olds, it’s a fantastic way for young people to explore aviation, build confidence, and log their very first flying hour with real instructor pilots.

Location: Royal Aero Club of WA, 41 Eagle Drive, Jandakot Airport, Jandakot WA 6164
More info: Young Eagles Program – Royal Aero Club of WA

Mind Buzz Minecraft Camps

Mind Buzz Minecraft Camps are a dream come true for gaming-mad kids, blending all the fun of Minecraft with real-world learning and social connection. Held at locations around Perth and regional WA, these full-day camps guide children through collaborative build challenges, cyber safety, problem-solving activities and creative projects in a safe, supervised environment. Kids work in teams, learn basic coding-style commands, practise leadership and empathy, and enjoy plenty of screen breaks outside. After camp, they can keep the fun going on Mind Buzz’s gated, whitelisted server, playing safely with fellow campers only.
Read the Buggybuddys review of Mindbuzz

Location: Various locations across Perth & WA (see website for current venues)
More info: Mind Buzz Minecraft Camps

Swan Valley Adventure Centre – School Holiday Adventure Camps

Swan Valley Adventure Centre’s full‑day school holiday camps are packed with classic outdoorsy fun for active kids aged 7–14. Set in the Swan Valley, these programs run on selected days over the holidays and split kids into two age groups (7–9 and 10–14), with a huge mix of activities like flying fox, archery, climbing, crate stack, commando course, archery tag, raft building, kayaking, canoeing, stand up paddleboarding, team challenges and cool‑down time in the pool and on the water slide. Lunch is included, days run roughly 8:15am–3:45pm, and everything is fully supervised, making it a great “mini camp” option for kids who love adventure but aren’t quite ready for overnight stays.
Read the Buggybuddys review of Swan Valley Adventure Centre

Location: Swan Valley Adventure Centre, 58 Yule Avenue, Middle Swan WA 6056 (Swan Valley)
More info: School Holiday Program – Swan Valley Adventure Centre

Constable Care Safety School

Constable Care’s School Holiday Programs at the Safety School are a hands‑on way for primary-aged kids to learn vital road safety skills while having a fun morning out. Across a 2.5‑hour session, children take part in an engaging road safety presentation and then jump onto the life‑size bike track and other indoor/outdoor activities, with bikes, helmets and an augmented‑reality safety quiz all provided. Sessions run on selected weekdays in the school holidays, with both morning and afternoon options, and parents stay on site while kids build confidence navigating roads, paths and crossings in a realistic mini‑town environment.
Read the Buggybuddys review of Constable Care

Location: Constable Care Safety School, 48 Sixth Avenue, Maylands WA 6051
More info: School Holiday Activities Programs – Constable Care Safety School

Eco Teen: Shark Swim – AQWA

AQWA’s Eco Teen: Shark Swim is an unforgettable school holiday adventure for ocean‑mad teens aged 12–16. This fully guided 3–4 hour marine program includes a behind‑the‑scenes tour, shark biology session, glass-bottom boat ride and the highlight – snorkelling with gentle grey nurse sharks in Australia’s largest single aquarium. Teens join a small group of like‑minded kids, learn about marine conservation from real biologists, and gain confidence in the water while experiencing sharks, rays and fish up close. Lunch and all snorkel gear are included, making it an easy, all‑in‑one holiday experience for families.

Location: AQWA – The Aquarium of Western Australia, 91 Southside Drive, Hillarys WA 6025
More info: Eco Teen: Shark Swim – AQWA

Junior Jets Kids Flight Simulator – FlightX

FlightX’s Junior Jets experiences let young aviation fans step into a real Boeing 737 simulator and feel like a real pilot. Designed specifically for kids aged 10–14, these sessions are guided by friendly instructors who keep things simple, hands-on and fun. Younger flyers can jump straight into the cockpit for take-off, a circuit and landing at their favourite airport, while older kids enjoy a briefing, cockpit overview and multiple approaches. It’s an exciting, confidence-boosting way for kids to learn the basics of flying without ever leaving the ground.
Read the Buggybuddys review

Location: FlightX, 355 Newcastle Street, Northbridge WA 6003
More info: Junior Jets – Kids Flight Simulator, FlightX

Beach Horse Rides – Wanneroo Riding Centre at Whitfords Beach

Wanneroo Riding Centre’s guided beach horse rides at Whitfords Animal Exercise Beach are a magical coastal experience for horse‑loving kids and families. In small, well‑supervised groups, riders head out in the cool early morning to walk along the shoreline and wade through the shallows, each horse led by a staff member on foot so no prior riding experience is needed. Sessions run for around 30 minutes – long enough to soak up the novelty of riding bareback in the water without overwhelming younger or first‑time riders. With calm, well‑trained horses, a clear safety focus, and a minimum age of about 4 years (plus a 90kg weight limit), it’s an unforgettable special‑occasion outing or holiday treat for kids, tweens, teens and even nervous adults.
Read the Buggybuddys review 

Location: Whitfords Animal Exercise Beach, northern suburbs 
More info: www.facebook.com/wannerooridingcentre

WA Wildlife Hospital Tour – Cockburn Wetlands Precinct

WA Wildlife’s Discovery Experience tour is a powerful behind‑the‑scenes wildlife hospital visit best suited to older primary kids, tweens and teens (recommended 8+). Families first spend around 45 minutes viewing the busy WA Wildlife Hospital through special windows, seeing surgery, treatment rooms and seasonal wards while learning how injured and orphaned native animals are rescued, treated and rehabilitated. The tour then moves outdoors to a native fauna area, where you can meet resident animals such as black cockatoos, possums, wombats, emus, dingoes and reptiles, with plenty of guided interaction and conservation stories along the way. Group sizes are kept small, tours run daily, and your ticket directly supports the work of this not‑for‑profit wildlife organisation.
WA Wildlife Hospital Tour – Buggybuddys review

Location: WA Wildlife Hospital, 172 Hope Road, Bibra Lake WA 6163 (within Cockburn Wetlands Precinct)
More info:   WA Wildlife

XLR8 Obstacle Course – Baldivis

XLR8 Obstacle Course in Baldivis is a permanent, military‑style outdoor obstacle course that’s perfect for active kids, tweens and teens who love a challenge. Set alongside Baldivis Health & Fitness, sessions typically start with a warm‑up and safety briefing before kids (and often their adults) tackle muddy tyre walls, cargo nets, sea‑container climbs, balance beams, tunnels, monkey bars and commando crawls. There are kids‑only events (often for ages 5–14 with 1km–3km options), family obstacle events where adults and children complete the course together, plus private party and group bookings. The focus is on teamwork, fun and “having a go” rather than racing, making it a brilliant confidence‑builder for a wide range of fitness levels.
XLR8 Obstacle Course – Buggybuddys review

Location: XLR8 Obstacle Course, 1633 Mandurah Road, Baldivis WA 6171
More info: Baldivis Health & Fitness / XLR8

Junior Zookeeper 4 A Day – Ranger Red’s Zoo & Conservation Park

Ranger Red’s Junior Zookeeper 4 A Day program is an immersive, full‑on zoo experience for animal‑mad kids and teens aged 8–16. Across roughly five hours, participants head behind the scenes with real keepers to help with animal handling, feeding and husbandry, learn about captive breeding of endangered species, and see off‑limits areas of the zoo the general public never visits. One moment they might be bottle‑feeding a tiny bettong, the next carefully holding a 2.5‑metre olive python – always with a strong focus on safety, respect and animal welfare. Kids are usually grouped by age/experience, receive a Zookeeper 4 A Day cap, certificate and lunch, and go home with a much deeper appreciation for wildlife and conservation.

Location: Ranger Red’s Zoo & Conservation Park, Sanctuary Park Road, Pinjarra WA 6208
More info: Junior Zookeeper 4 A Day – Ranger Red’s Zoo

The Cariad Project – “Baking a Difference” Community Kindness Sessions

The Cariad Project runs beautiful, hands‑on kindness experiences for young children that combine baking, community service and age‑appropriate learning about disadvantage. Their flagship program, Baking a Difference, is designed for kids aged roughly 3–8 and a grown‑up: together they bake cakes and treats that are then donated to young people experiencing homelessness. During the session, children listen to stories, create simple art and talk about empathy, fairness and helping others, before proudly gifting what they’ve made. Each child receives a certificate recognising their contribution, and the whole experience is pitched in a gentle, hopeful way that helps kids feel like “superhero helpers” making a real difference in their community.
Read the Buggybuddys review of The Cariad Project.

Location: Various venues around Perth 
More info: The Cariad Project – Official site (sessions via Humanitix)

Sunday Kids Workshops – Perth Observatory

Perth Observatory’s Sunday Kids Workshops are creative, space‑themed art sessions that blend hands‑on making with real astronomy. Run in partnership with Supernova Studios and led by an astronomy guide, kids work on two main projects: a colourful “fluid art” astronaut canvas and a 3D hand‑painted moon lamp they can take home. Alongside the crafting, volunteers share stories about the Observatory’s history and fun facts about space, stars and the Moon, making it a relaxed way for children and their adults to explore science together. Workshops run on select Sundays through the year and are ideal for primary‑aged kids who enjoy both art and science, as well as parents looking for a special one‑on‑one outing.

Location: Perth Observatory, 337 Walnut Road, Bickley WA 6076
More info: Sunday Kids Workshops – Perth Observatory

Whether you’re chasing a term‑long routine, a holiday highlight or a one‑off “that was epic” kind of day, Perth has no shortage of amazing classes and experiences for kids. Use this guide as a starting point, follow your child’s interests (or help them discover new ones), and don’t be afraid to try a mix of active, creative and heart‑led options. With so many ways to get off screens, build confidence and make memories together, the hardest part might just be choosing what to book first.

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