The Creative Spoon & Holding Ground Connections
Creative Connections
Creating confident, connected, and creative young people — and the families who support them.
Creative Connections — Children
Ages 8–12 Years
Tuesdays | 3:30pm – 5:00pm | $250 per child, per school term
A unique after-school creative wellbeing program designed to support children to build confidence, develop friendships, strengthen emotional wellbeing, and explore their creativity in a safe and supportive environment.
Facilitated by Sal How, Behaviour Specialist and Founder of Holding Ground Connections. Through art, sensory experiences, collaborative projects, and creative challenges, children are encouraged to explore their imagination while building important social and emotional skills.
Each session may include:
- 🎨 Art and craft projects
- 🖌️ Painting and mixed media activities
- 🌿 Nature-inspired creative experiences
- ✨ Sensory and process art activities
- 🤝 Friendship and connection-building activities
- 💡 Confidence and self-expression opportunities
- 🍎 Afternoon tea provided
What's Included?
- ✔Weekly facilitated sessions
- ✔All art and craft materials supplied
- ✔Sensory experiences and creative resources
- ✔Afternoon tea
- ✔Take-home creations and projects
- ✔Small group environment
Location
📍 Starlet Space, Toowoomba
Who Is It For?
Creative Connections is ideal for children who:
- Love art and creativity
- Enjoy hands-on learning experiences
- Would benefit from building confidence and friendships
- Need a supportive environment to express themselves
- Are looking for a creative after-school activity
Creative Connections — Teens
Ages 12–17 Years
Tuesdays | 5:30pm – 7:00pm | $250 per young person, per school term
A creative wellbeing program designed to provide young people with a safe and supportive space to express themselves, build confidence, develop friendships, and strengthen their emotional wellbeing through creativity and connection.
Facilitated by Sal How, Behaviour Specialist and Founder of Holding Ground Connections. This program recognises that adolescence can be both exciting and challenging — through creative exploration, meaningful conversations, and supportive relationships, participants are encouraged to develop confidence, resilience, self-awareness, and a strong sense of identity.
Each session may include:
- 🎨 Art and creative projects
- 🖌️ Painting and mixed media experiences
- 🌿 Creative wellbeing activities
- 🤝 Social connection and group collaboration
- 💡 Self-expression and confidence building
- ✨ Creative challenges and personal projects
- 🍎 Afternoon tea provided
What's Included?
- ✔Weekly facilitated sessions
- ✔All materials supplied
- ✔Creative resources and activities
- ✔Afternoon tea
- ✔Take-home projects
- ✔Small group environment
Who Is It For?
- Enjoy creativity and self-expression
- Are looking to build confidence and friendships
- Benefit from a supportive environment
- Want a positive after-school activity
- Are interested in art, creativity, and personal growth
Our Philosophy
Young people thrive when they feel connected, valued, and understood. Creative Connections provides opportunities for teenagers to explore who they are, develop their strengths, and build meaningful connections with others through creativity and community.
Mum & Bubs Messy Play & Sensory Art
Babies & Toddlers — 0–5 Years
Tuesdays | 9:00am – 10:00am | $25 per session
A welcoming and inclusive program designed for parents, carers, babies, and toddlers to connect through creativity, sensory exploration, play, and community.
Facilitated by Sal How, Behaviour Specialist and Founder of Holding Ground Connections. Each session provides a relaxed environment where little ones can explore, create, and learn while parents connect with others who understand the joys and challenges of raising young children.
Each session may include:
- 👶 Taste-safe messy play
- 🎨 Baby and toddler-friendly art experiences
- 🌿 Nature-based sensory exploration
- 🎵 Music and movement
- ✨ Process art and creative play
- 🤝 Parent-child connection activities
- ☕ Morning tea and parent connection time
What's Included?
- ✔All materials supplied
- ✔Guided sensory and creative experiences
- ✔Morning tea
- ✔Parent connection opportunities
- ✔Safe and welcoming environment
Who Is It For?
- Parents, grandparents, and carers
- Babies and toddlers aged 0–5 years
- Families seeking connection and community
- Children who love sensory play and exploration
- Parents looking for a welcoming space to connect
Our Philosophy
At Holding Ground Connections, we believe that children thrive through secure relationships and meaningful connection. Mum & Bubs provides a nurturing environment where parents and children can slow down, connect, create memories together, and build their village of support.
Because connection matters — for little people and the grown-ups who love them.
Our Philosophy
At Holding Ground Connections, we believe every child deserves to feel seen, safe, and valued.
When children experience connection and belonging, they develop the confidence and resilience to learn, grow, and thrive. Creative Connections provides a space where creativity meets connection — and every child belongs.
“Connection is not an add-on. It is the strategy.”
Ready to join us?
Book your child's place or enquire about our programs at Starlet Space, Toowoomba.