Group writing in a natural park setting during a fairy tale creative writing class

Explore the enchanting world of fairy tales in this immersive creative writing course. Participants will delve into the traditional elements of fairy tales—characters, structures, history, and themes—and learn how to apply these to their own storytelling. Through interactive lessons, narrative exercises, and peer review, you'll refine your prose and build imaginative, original stories rooted in folklore and magical realism.

Across three engaging sessions, you'll be introduced to the origins of fairy tales, complete writing exercises in natural settings like Callan Park, and receive valuable feedback from peers and an experienced tutor. Open to beginners and those with some creative writing experience, the course is designed to inspire and develop your creative writing journey.

Course Outline

  • Session 1: Introduction to fairy tales, exploration of themes and characters, classroom session and outdoor inspiration at Callan Park.
  • Session 2: Focused story development using world-building, dialogue, and plot techniques.
  • Session 3: Group feedback sessions and final revisions to create polished, original fairy tales.

Schedule & Pricing

  • Dates: Saturdays, July 11 – July 25, 2026
  • Time: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
  • Venue: Sydney Community College, 2A Gordon Street, Rozelle NSW 2039
  • Fee: $279

Details
4 hours

You will learn

  • Understand structural elements of traditional fairy tales
  • Use world-building, dialogue, and plot in story development
  • Give and receive constructive feedback to refine writing

You will get

  • Guidance through writing an original fairy tale
  • Feedback from peers and an experienced tutor
  • Outdoor writing experience at Callan Park

Appropriate for

Beginners and those with some creative writing experience aged 16 and above


Preparation

What to bring

  • Notebook with removable pages and pen or pencil
  • Laptop or tablet (optional)
  • Closed-toe shoes and suitable clothing for outdoor session

What to wear

Casual


Your Teacher
Sydney Community College

Sydney Community College

38 reviews

Sydney Community College is a registered charity with a voluntary Board of Directors

The College has a mission to offer innovative continuing adult education and training programmes that support individual efforts and facilitate sustainable social change.

We do this by:

  • Providing quality continuing adult education opportunities for people to build practical and theoretical skills and develop knowledge;
  • Leveraging from and developing community capacity and inclusivity;
  • Developing innovative affordable and accessible skills training programmes;
  • Partnering with like organisations to deliver learning opportunities for disadvantaged individuals and communities;
  • Partnering with all levels of government to deliver education policy objectives.

5.0 (1 reviews)
Ricci
Sep 2025
This course as just the right balance of information and participation led by an enthusiastic tutor knowledgeable in the field. Many thanks.

Terms

Cancellations & Refunds

If the organiser cancels the class:

You are entitled to a full refund.

If you can't attend the class:

You’re welcome to send someone in your place.

OR

  • A refund can be requested 10 days before class starts. An admin fee of AU$45.00 applies.

Terms & Conditions

At Sydney Community College, we know that plans can change unexpectedly. Whether it’s a shift in your schedule, a family emergency, or just a change of heart, we want to support you in the fairest way possible.  

At the same time, we’re a not-for-profit organisation that commits resources to running each class—so last-minute cancellations can significantly impact our ability to offer quality, affordable programs.

That’s why we’ve created a simple, transparent policy that balances your need for flexibility with our need to plan and deliver courses sustainably.  Our cancellation policy offers two clear options, depending on when you notify us:

Cancel More Than 10 Days Before the Course Starts – You can choose to receive a full refund, minus a $45 administration fee OR a non-refundable credit note valid for 12 months for the full value you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College. 

 Option 2: Cancel Within 10 Days of the Course Starting - You’ll receive a credit note valid for 12 months for 50% of the course fee you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College. 

Please note that both refund and credit options are only available before the course begins. Once the course has started—or if you decide to withdraw after it has commenced—no refunds or credits can be issued.  If you need to cancel your enrolment, just email us and we’ll take care of it based on the timelines above.

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