Messy Minis
Messy Minis
Hands-on messy play sessions for toddlers & preschoolers
Structured, age-appropriate messy play sessions designed to spark curiosity, develop motor skills and let your child explore freely. We handle the mess — you keep the memories.
Colourful, hands-on play experiences that let toddlers be toddlers.
My name is Rina, and I started Messy Minis because I believe messy play is where some of the best childhood moments happen.
Every session is carefully set up with age-appropriate materials so your child can paint, pour, squish, stamp and dig through sensory stations — all in a safe, supervised environment. You bring the kids, we bring the fun (and the clean-up crew).
Read Rina's storyIt looks like chaos — but underneath all that paint and pasta, incredible development is happening.
Handling different textures and materials activates neural pathways that support problem-solving, language development and early maths concepts.
Gripping, pinching, pouring and rolling strengthen the small muscles in hands and fingers — the same ones needed for holding a pencil later on.
Open-ended play without rigid rules gives children a safe space to experiment, cope with new sensations and build resilience at their own pace.
Playing alongside other children encourages sharing, turn-taking and communication — all within a relaxed, low-pressure environment.
All materials, set-up and clean-up are included in every session. Just dress for mess and bring your sense of adventure.
Gentle first tastes of sensory play — taste-safe bins, water play and soft textures designed specifically for babies.
Paint, mud, jelly and foam! Thoughtfully designed stations for busy toddlers who love to dig in and explore.
Slime labs, potion mixing, construction trays and creative art — for kids who love to create and imagine.
Add a sibling to any weekly session. Brothers and sisters of all ages are welcome to join the fun.
Special sessions, holiday workshops and one-off messy play experiences.
Northgate State School - Main area
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$10.00
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Pick a session type below, choose your date and time from the calendar, fill in your details and pay securely online. You'll get an instant confirmation with the session location and what to bring.
Tiny Tasters is designed for babies 6–18 months with gentle, taste-safe materials. Messy Explorers suits 18 months to 3 years with more active stations. Big Mess Makers (3–5 years) includes slime, construction and creative art. Party packages can be adapted for mixed ages.
Yes — add a sibling ticket when booking. Babies under 6 months who are coming along with an older sibling attend free of charge.
Clothes that can get messy, a spare outfit, a water bottle and a small towel. For outdoor sessions, pack a hat and sunscreen. We provide aprons, drop sheets and all play materials.
Our younger age groups use taste-safe materials made from everyday ingredients like cornflour, oats and food colouring. Some older-age stations include non-edible items like paint. Every child must be supervised by their parent or carer at all times.
We ask all families to list allergies on the booking form so we can prepare. We take reasonable precautions but cannot guarantee a completely allergen-free space. Common materials include wheat flour, dairy, eggs and food dyes.
Bookings are non-refundable. With at least 48 hours' notice we can transfer you to another available session. Late cancellations and no-shows cannot be transferred.
If conditions are unsafe for outdoor sessions, we'll relocate or offer a transfer to another date. You'll be notified by email as early as possible.
Yes — a parent or carer must be present and actively supervising their child for the entire session. Our team runs the activities but you remain responsible for your child.
You're welcome to photograph your own child. We ask that you don't share photos of other families' children without their permission.
Choose your session, pick a date from the calendar, fill in your details and pay securely online to confirm your spot.