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Back to school 2026: What child safety reform looks like in practice
Top 5 Tips for Starting Term 1
A Creative Christmas and Sunny Summer Holidays
Camp Australia Big School Ready
Tips for the Transition to ‘Big School’
5 Tips on Getting Ready to Start School
How to Boost Your Child’s Sense of Belonging in Primary School
How to Decide if After School Care is Right for You
Navigating a New School Year: Supporting Both Kids and Parents through change
As the holidays come to an end and school bags come back out of hiding, families everywhere prepare for a brand-new school year. There’s excitement, anticipation… and often a gentle hum of anxiety. New teachers, routines, friendships, expectations and unknowns can feel big and not just for children, but for
Back to school 2026: What child safety reform looks like in practice
Back to school 2026: What child safety reform looks like in practice As schools return for a new year, conversations about child safety and quality are front of mind. With updates to the National Quality Framework and National Law rolling out across 2026, many school leaders are asking the same question:
Top 5 Tips for Starting Term 1
It’s almost here. Summer fun and holidays are winding down, and the reality of heading back to school is kicking in fast for families. For some, it’s just “another” new year. For others, it’s a whole new experience and it can feel overwhelming. Don’t panic. You’re not alone in this.
How to establish a great drop-off routine when starting before school care
Starting before school care is a big step, for children and parents. The right drop-off routine helps children feel safe, confident and ready to start their day, while making mornings smoother for everyone. Here’s how to set your family up for success. 1. Prepare the night beforeMorning stress usually starts
A Creative Christmas and Sunny Summer Holidays
There’s something magical about the summer holidays in Australia, the end of a school year, and everyone is well in need of a break plus its Christmas too! Ooh the twinkle of fairy lights, the smell of barbecues, the sound of cicadas all makes the long summer holidays stretching ahead
Camp Australia Big School Ready
Your OSHCBig School, Big Fun! Starting school marks the beginning of a new adventure for your child, and with it comes the need for extra support outside of regular school hours. Understanding what’s available can make this transition easier for both you and your little one. Get your child big
Tips for the Transition to ‘Big School’
The transition to big school is a major milestone, and it can feel both exciting and a little overwhelming for both children and parents. There are a lot of changes for children to face; new classrooms, new routines, new faces, and a whole new world of learning. And for parents?
5 Tips on Getting Ready to Start School
Why Preparation Is Key for a Smooth Start to School A smooth start to school begins with preparation. Whether your child is starting school for the first time or heading back after the holidays, a little planning can make a big difference. Preparing early helps children feel confident and comfortable.
How to Boost Your Child’s Sense of Belonging in Primary School
Helping Your Child Feel Like They Belong at School Thinking back to when you were in primary school, was there ever a time when you felt that you didn’t belong? That uneasy feeling of standing alone in the playground or walking through the school gate, hoping today will be easier
How to Decide if After School Care is Right for You
For many families, the time between the school bell and the end of the workday can be a juggling act. That’s where after school care comes in. It offers parents the chance to have their children looked after in a safe, engaging space to wind down, have fun and continue
Navigating a New School Year: Supporting Both Kids and Parents through change
As the holidays come to an end and school bags come back out of hiding, families everywhere prepare for a brand-new school year. There’s excitement, anticipation… and often a gentle hum of anxiety. New teachers, routines, friendships, expectations and unknowns can feel big and not just for children, but for parents too. We’re often quick to focus on how children are coping, yet it’s important to recognise that parents also carry an emotional load at this time of year. You may feel pressure to get everything right, to juggle schedules, to be endlessly supportive, organised and calm, even when your own nervous system is feeling stretched. Please remember you don’t
Back to school 2026: What child safety reform looks like in practice
Back to school 2026: What child safety reform looks like in practice As schools return for a new year, conversations about child safety and quality are front of mind. With updates to the National Quality Framework and National Law rolling out across 2026, many school leaders are asking the same question: What does this look like in practice? At Camp Australia, the answer is reassuring. These changes do not require a shift in mindset. Instead, they strengthen the expectations that have long underpinned strong systems, positive culture and consistent, high quality practice. Moving beyond compliance The intent of the 2026 updates is clear: child safety is not a checklist. It is not a
Top 5 Tips for Starting Term 1
It’s almost here. Summer fun and holidays are winding down, and the reality of heading back to school is kicking in fast for families. For some, it’s just “another” new year. For others, it’s a whole new experience and it can feel overwhelming. Don’t panic. You’re not alone in this. Here are top 5 tips for starting (or going back to) school that will help keep you and your children confident, happy, and starting Term 1 on a positive note. 1. Have the ‘talk’ with your child about starting school It’s a great way to get into the mindset of starting the new school year. Think of it as an
How to establish a great drop-off routine when starting before school care
Starting before school care is a big step, for children and parents. The right drop-off routine helps children feel safe, confident and ready to start their day, while making mornings smoother for everyone. Here’s how to set your family up for success. 1. Prepare the night beforeMorning stress usually starts the night before.Lay out uniforms, pack school bags, check lunches and water bottles. When mornings are predictable, children feel more in control, and so do you. 2. Keep mornings consistentChildren thrive on routine. Wake-up time, breakfast, getting dressed and leaving the house should happen in the same order each day. A simple visual routine chart can help younger children stay
A Creative Christmas and Sunny Summer Holidays
There’s something magical about the summer holidays in Australia, the end of a school year, and everyone is well in need of a break plus its Christmas too! Ooh the twinkle of fairy lights, the smell of barbecues, the sound of cicadas all makes the long summer holidays stretching ahead fun. It’s time for families to come together, relax, and celebrate. And what better way to capture that spirit than by making something with your own hands? Creating art and crafts together isn’t just fun, it’s also a brilliant way to strengthen family bonds, spark imagination, and make meaningful memories. Plus, homemade gifts and decorations carry that special touch of
Camp Australia Big School Ready
Your OSHCBig School, Big Fun! Starting school marks the beginning of a new adventure for your child, and with it comes the need for extra support outside of regular school hours. Understanding what’s available can make this transition easier for both you and your little one. Get your child big school ready today! Helping Your Child Transition with Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) As your child starts their journey to primary school, you might be hearing about something called OSHC – Outside School Hours Care. But what is it exactly? OSHC is a safe, fun, and engaging program offered before and after school, and even during school holidays, designed to
Tips for the Transition to ‘Big School’
The transition to big school is a major milestone, and it can feel both exciting and a little overwhelming for both children and parents. There are a lot of changes for children to face; new classrooms, new routines, new faces, and a whole new world of learning. And for parents? You’re stepping into the world of school drop-offs, lunchbox prep, and yes, an inbox full of school emails (get ready for it!). So, how can you support your child, and yourself, through the move from kindergarten to primary school? With empathy, preparation and a little perspective, you’ll both settle in. Here are some easy, parent-friendly tips to help prepare your
5 Tips on Getting Ready to Start School
Why Preparation Is Key for a Smooth Start to School A smooth start to school begins with preparation. Whether your child is starting school for the first time or heading back after the holidays, a little planning can make a big difference. Preparing early helps children feel confident and comfortable. This can be especially true during the transition to primary school, or being ‘big school ready’ as we like to call it! For some children, the lead-up to school is exciting. For others, it can feel overwhelming and even scary. That’s why school readiness, especially preparing for prep classes, goes beyond packing a bag with school supplies. It includes emotional
How to Boost Your Child’s Sense of Belonging in Primary School
Helping Your Child Feel Like They Belong at School Thinking back to when you were in primary school, was there ever a time when you felt that you didn’t belong? That uneasy feeling of standing alone in the playground or walking through the school gate, hoping today will be easier than yesterday…many of us can still remember it. As parents, we want to do everything we can to prevent that same experience for our children. We want to see them smiling with friends, feeling accepted, and confident in themselves. We want our children to have a strong sense of belonging at school. So, how can we support school connectedness and
How to Decide if After School Care is Right for You
For many families, the time between the school bell and the end of the workday can be a juggling act. That’s where after school care comes in. It offers parents the chance to have their children looked after in a safe, engaging space to wind down, have fun and continue learning. At Camp Australia, our Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) programs are designed to support families and encourage exploration and interest for children attending. Whether you’re new to OSHC or exploring your options, here’s what to expect, and why so many families trust us with their outside of school needs. What is After School Care? After school care gives primary
Navigating a New School Year: Supporting Both Kids and Parents through change
As the holidays come to an end and school bags come back out of hiding, families everywhere prepare for a brand-new school year. There’s excitement,
Back to school 2026: What child safety reform looks like in practice
Back to school 2026: What child safety reform looks like in practice As schools return for a new year, conversations about child safety and quality are
Top 5 Tips for Starting Term 1
It’s almost here. Summer fun and holidays are winding down, and the reality of heading back to school is kicking in fast for families. For
How to establish a great drop-off routine when starting before school care
Starting before school care is a big step, for children and parents. The right drop-off routine helps children feel safe, confident and ready to start
A Creative Christmas and Sunny Summer Holidays
There’s something magical about the summer holidays in Australia, the end of a school year, and everyone is well in need of a break plus
Camp Australia Big School Ready
Your OSHCBig School, Big Fun! Starting school marks the beginning of a new adventure for your child, and with it comes the need for extra
Navigating a New School Year: Supporting Both Kids and Parents through change
As the holidays come to an end and school bags come back out of hiding, families everywhere prepare for a brand-new school year. There’s excitement, anticipation… and often a gentle hum of anxiety. New teachers, routines, friendships, expectations and unknowns
Back to school 2026: What child safety reform looks like in practice
Back to school 2026: What child safety reform looks like in practice As schools return for a new year, conversations about child safety and quality are front of mind. With updates to the National Quality Framework and National Law rolling out
Top 5 Tips for Starting Term 1
It’s almost here. Summer fun and holidays are winding down, and the reality of heading back to school is kicking in fast for families. For some, it’s just “another” new year. For others, it’s a whole new experience and it
How to establish a great drop-off routine when starting before school care
Starting before school care is a big step, for children and parents. The right drop-off routine helps children feel safe, confident and ready to start their day, while making mornings smoother for everyone. Here’s how to set your family up
A Creative Christmas and Sunny Summer Holidays
There’s something magical about the summer holidays in Australia, the end of a school year, and everyone is well in need of a break plus its Christmas too! Ooh the twinkle of fairy lights, the smell of barbecues, the sound
Camp Australia Big School Ready
Your OSHCBig School, Big Fun! Starting school marks the beginning of a new adventure for your child, and with it comes the need for extra support outside of regular school hours. Understanding what’s available can make this transition easier for
Tips for the Transition to ‘Big School’
The transition to big school is a major milestone, and it can feel both exciting and a little overwhelming for both children and parents. There are a lot of changes for children to face; new classrooms, new routines, new faces,
5 Tips on Getting Ready to Start School
Why Preparation Is Key for a Smooth Start to School A smooth start to school begins with preparation. Whether your child is starting school for the first time or heading back after the holidays, a little planning can make a
How to Boost Your Child’s Sense of Belonging in Primary School
Helping Your Child Feel Like They Belong at School Thinking back to when you were in primary school, was there ever a time when you felt that you didn’t belong? That uneasy feeling of standing alone in the playground or
How to Decide if After School Care is Right for You
For many families, the time between the school bell and the end of the workday can be a juggling act. That’s where after school care comes in. It offers parents the chance to have their children looked after in a