Education
Our eduction programs are designed in partnership with New Zealand teachers to be fun, engaging experiences that help children develop pro-social skills and an understanding of game design, mechanics and game theory.
Game Design – Foundation lvl 1 and 2

This course is designed to help young children develop develop interpersonal skills and an understanding of common game mechanics and design elements through playing a range of traditional and contemporary board games. Students use this developing understanding of game design to remix modified versions of games that reflect either their identity and interests or the identity and interests of a stakeholder they identify. The experience of playing games, reflecting on the experience and making changes to enhance the experience is intended to foster a passion for non-digital gaming and develop pro-social skills (helping, caring, cooperating) and cognitive competencies (problem solving, reasoning).

This course has been designed by qualified New Zealand teaching staff and is developed to ensure that it compliments and supports the New Zealand education curriculum.

The course is made up of six one-hour classes each focused on a different style of game design and mechanics. We recommend children attend all sessions however the course has been designed so that you are able to join selected classes and still know that your child is developing their understanding of game design and mechanics, cognitive competencies and pro-social skills.

Classes take place at Meepleopolis where we have a dedicated space complete with custom designed game tables, AV system, fun decor and flexible seating arrangements. Students will be given a free snack and drink (juice or water) during each class. Please notify us of any dietary requirements or allergies at time of booking.

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Introduction to Game Design – Holiday Program

During this fun two hour class children will be given an opportunity to learn the game, Let’s Catch The Lion!, understand the mechanics behind it, personalise their own set of rules, compete for prizes and make their own Let’s Catch The Lion! set to continue the fun at home.

The experience of playing games, reflecting on the experience and making changes to enhance the experience is intended to foster a passion for non-digital gaming and develop pro-social skills (helping, caring, cooperating) and cognitive competencies (problem solving, reasoning).

This course has been designed by qualified New Zealand teaching staff and is developed to ensure that it compliments and supports the New Zealand education curriculum.

Classes take place at Meepleopolis where we have a dedicated space complete with custom designed game tables, AV system, fun decor and flexible seating arrangements. Students will be given a free snack and drink (juice or water) during each class. Please notify us of any dietary requirements or allergies at time of booking.

ENROLL
Information

GENERAL INFORMATION

1) Unless otherwise stated, all education programs will take place at Meepleopolis located at 5/150 Lichfield Street, Central City, Christchurch, 8011.

2) Parents are welcome to attend and watch classes however we ask that you refrain from direct participation to allow students to learn themselves and for our staff to be able to effectively lead the class activities.

3) Please notify us of any allergies or dietary requirements so that we can take steps to accommodate these.

4) Please notify us of any medical conditions that may impact the student’s ability to learn or that create additional risks to the child, the course leader or other students.

5) In the event of a medical emergency Meepleopolis will contact the student’s Emergency Contact before administering any medical treatment for permission. In serious situations our staff will prioritise contacting medical support services.

6) Any concerns, enquiries or questions can be raised with a manager on duty in store or by email to info@meepleopolis.com

PAYMENT INFORMATION
Payment can be made online after completing the course enrolment form.  Fees for classes are to be paid a minimum of 48hrs prior to the class start date / time in order to secure the booking.

Refunds can only be issued up to the date of the course, once the first class of a course begins refunds can not be issued. We do not provide refunds for classes missed due to illness or other commitments. Any questions or feedback should be directed to us by email at info@meepleopolis.com.

OUR COMMITMENTS
Safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults – Meepleopolis is committed to creating and maintaining an environment promoting positive cultural values of safety, community and fun. The welfare of all children, young people and vulnerable adults is our highest priority and we will take steps to ensure they are protected from any form of abuse of harm.

OTHER INFORMATION
Safety checking – All applicants for positions working with children at Meepleopolis must go through a comprehensive screening process that adheres to the Children’s Act 2014

Training staff and induction – appropriate training and induction practices are used to further the knowledge and awareness of Meepleopolis staff.

Child safe practices – Meepleopolis adheres to industry best practice when working with children, young people and vulnerable adults.

Confidentiality and information sharing – Meepleopolis gathers and shares information provided to us in adherence to the Privacy Act 1993, and the Oranga Tamariki Act 1989.