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Top 5 Tips for Starting Term 1

It’s almost here. Summer fun and holidays are starting to phase out and the reality of heading back to school is kicking in fast for families. For some, it might be just “another” new year, but for others it would be completely new and a lot of the times, clueless.

2023 Family NPS Survey Results

Christmas: Rejoice, Reduce, Recycle! ‘This season of gift-giving and festivities as we approach the most wonderful time of the year! That’s right Christmas in the corner.  Continuing from our recent Rubbish Robots in Your OSHC, we encourage children to develop a deeper bond with the world around them and make

6 School Holiday Activities to Entertain Kids

Keeping the kids busy and entertained can be a tricky task – especially in the longer summer holidays. There are only so many new ideas you can come up with yourself for at-home activities during the holidays. Luckily, at Rocketeers, we’re experts in keeping children entertained all day long and

Sustainable Christmas Craft Ideas

Christmas: Rejoice, Reduce, Recycle! ‘This season of gift-giving and festivities as we approach the most wonderful time of the year! That’s right Christmas in the corner.  Continuing from our recent Rubbish Robots in Your OSHC, we encourage children to develop a deeper bond with the world around them and make

Don’t Throw Out Your Boxes! Creative Box Recycling Ideas for Children

Encourage your child’s creativity and imagination with these eco-friendly craft ideas for recycling cardboard boxes. An empty cardboard box is filled with endless possibilities for a creative child, so don’t throw them away! Instead teach children about recycling and give your used cardboard boxes new life as a craft material

How LEGO® Play Can Foster a Child’s Creativity

10 Ways to Introduce Children to Recycling and Sustainability

Talking with children about recycling and sustainability and encouraging them to get involved in eco-friendly practices should be as fun as it is important! Here are 10 ways to get children involved and passionate about recycling and sustainability to education across National Recycling Week. Teaching children about recycling and the

Enhanced Menu Your OSHC | Camp Australia

Updated Nutritional Food Options at Camp Australia

Based on the ongoing feedback from families through Camp Australia’s Net Promoter Score (NPS) survey, there has been a demand for more nutritional food options and the improvement in the quality of food served in services. Whether your children are participating in our Rocketeers Vacation Care program or our Your OSHC Before and

CA WAY Framework

What is the CA WAY? The CA WAY is a programming approach designed by Camp Australia to support team members in bringing programs to life that result in positive outcomes for children’s learning and experiences. Camp Australia are transforming their organisation with a consistent, simplified approach to programming as they

Top 5 Autumn Activities

Looking for the ultimate way to keep the kids entertained over the holidays? Make autumn AWESOME with our top 5 autumn activities that will give you a well-deserved break, and your child, the time of their life! 1. Science: Pine Cone Weather Station A fun thing to do in autumn

Top 5 Tips for Starting Term 1

It’s almost here. Summer fun and holidays are starting to phase out and the reality of heading back to school is kicking in fast for families. For some, it might be just “another” new year, but for others it would be completely new and a lot of the times, clueless. 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

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Navigating the New School Year: A Canvas of Emotions and the Artistic Palette

As the summer holidays fade, a new chapter begins for countless children -the start of a new school year. The anticipation, excitement, and inevitably a hint of anxiety fills the air. The journey ahead is a canvas waiting to be painted with experiences, challenges, and triumphs. In this exploration of the start of a school year, we delve into the emotional landscape children often navigate and discover how the power of art can be a guiding light through these uncharted waters. For many, the fear of the unknown, the challenge of making new friends, and the pressure to meet academic expectations can be overwhelming. I remember only too well the

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2023 Family NPS Survey Results

Christmas: Rejoice, Reduce, Recycle! ‘This season of gift-giving and festivities as we approach the most wonderful time of the year! That’s right Christmas in the corner.  Continuing from our recent Rubbish Robots in Your OSHC, we encourage children to develop a deeper bond with the world around them and make environmentally conscious choices fun activities that involve recycling, upcycling and reducing waste.   Let your child be a ‘sustainability champion’ during this holiday season by unleashing their creativity whilst having fun reusing and reducing Christmas rubbish! Let’s get in the spirit of recycling and explore fun ways to turn Christmas trash into treasure, such as creating an ‘inventor’s box’ or other

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6 School Holiday Activities to Entertain Kids

Keeping the kids busy and entertained can be a tricky task – especially in the longer summer holidays. There are only so many new ideas you can come up with yourself for at-home activities during the holidays. Luckily, at Rocketeers, we’re experts in keeping children entertained all day long and have plenty of ideas to share. Here are some of our favourite holiday activities for kids. School Holiday Entertainment Ideas for Kids 1. Creative Painting Of course, you can dust off the normal paint brushes and encourage your kids to get creative, but what about adding a new approach to artistic expression? Instead of paint brushes, use other items to

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Sustainable Christmas Craft Ideas

Christmas: Rejoice, Reduce, Recycle! ‘This season of gift-giving and festivities as we approach the most wonderful time of the year! That’s right Christmas in the corner.  Continuing from our recent Rubbish Robots in Your OSHC, we encourage children to develop a deeper bond with the world around them and make environmentally conscious choices fun activities that involve recycling, upcycling and reducing waste.   Let your child be a ‘sustainability champion’ during this holiday season by unleashing their creativity whilst having fun reusing and reducing Christmas rubbish! Let’s get in the spirit of recycling and explore fun ways to turn Christmas trash into treasure, such as creating an ‘inventor’s box’ or other

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Don’t Throw Out Your Boxes! Creative Box Recycling Ideas for Children

Encourage your child’s creativity and imagination with these eco-friendly craft ideas for recycling cardboard boxes. An empty cardboard box is filled with endless possibilities for a creative child, so don’t throw them away! Instead teach children about recycling and give your used cardboard boxes new life as a craft material or an imaginative play prop. Here are some rainy-day ideas to entertain children with a simple cardboard box. Build a ’bot This is an easy challenge that will entertain children of any age. Provide children with a box and some additional craft supplies such as: scissors, glue, sticky tape, pipe cleaners, googly eyes, and pens. You can also raid your

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How LEGO® Play Can Foster a Child’s Creativity

10 Ways to Introduce Children to Recycling and Sustainability

Talking with children about recycling and sustainability and encouraging them to get involved in eco-friendly practices should be as fun as it is important! Here are 10 ways to get children involved and passionate about recycling and sustainability to education across National Recycling Week. Teaching children about recycling and the importance of sustainable practices is a great way to encourage responsibility, creativity and to foster new skills. Yes, environmental education is important for the future of our planet, but it’s also fascinating for young developing minds and offers children the chance to get involved in household chores and make a positive difference. So, how can you introduce your children to

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Enhanced Menu Your OSHC | Camp Australia

Updated Nutritional Food Options at Camp Australia

Based on the ongoing feedback from families through Camp Australia’s Net Promoter Score (NPS) survey, there has been a demand for more nutritional food options and the improvement in the quality of food served in services. Whether your children are participating in our Rocketeers Vacation Care program or our Your OSHC Before and After School Care, you can be sure they will eat well at Camp Australia. Creating fresh, healthy food for kids is our priority, so in response to this outcome, Camp Australia has undergone a major menu enhancement, working with nutritionist Claire Bucek to create 50 new recipes, along with the addition of more fresh ingredients such as butter, garlic and herbs. Catering

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CA WAY Framework

What is the CA WAY? The CA WAY is a programming approach designed by Camp Australia to support team members in bringing programs to life that result in positive outcomes for children’s learning and experiences. Camp Australia are transforming their organisation with a consistent, simplified approach to programming as they strive for program excellence. Programming the CA WAY is one of the most important operational activities of Camp Australia. It sits at the heart of how they deliver on their purpose of ‘helping families achieve their dreams’ with a mission of ‘being recognised as the leader in delivering extra-curricular learning outcomes for the children in our care’. C – Collect

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Top 5 Autumn Activities

Looking for the ultimate way to keep the kids entertained over the holidays? Make autumn AWESOME with our top 5 autumn activities that will give you a well-deserved break, and your child, the time of their life! 1. Science: Pine Cone Weather Station A fun thing to do in autumn that is not to be missed is pine cone collection. As we enter Australia’s “wet season” kids can use a pine cone to check the weather forecast! This is a fun, multi-day activity that you only have to set up once – and requires no installation, electricity or watering! The magic is in the pine cone itself; pine cones open

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How to make slime | Your OSHC | Camp Australia

How to make slime

What is something that’s super fun to play with and even therapeutic? You guessed it – SLIME! The squishy, gooey and stretchy substance that’s full

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How LEGO® Play Can Foster a Child’s Creativity

How LEGO® Play Can Foster a Child’s Creativity

The Power of Play Play is absolutely magical for young children! A key memory of any childhood, playtime is a child’s way of exploring the world. Play is not just about fun; through play, children develop crucial skills like problem-solving,

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Reading is Magic | Book Week | Your OSHC

Neurodiversity Celebration Week 2024

This week marks Neurodiversity Celebration Week, a time to recognise and embrace the diverse range of neurological differences among individuals. Our award-winning CARE Program is tailored to support children with additional needs. Through CARE, we aim to foster neuro-inclusivity within

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Crafting Connections on a Budget

The Importance of Creating Art Together as a Family on a Budget by Kerry Evitts Today, I will dive into the colourful world of creating art together as a family. It’s not just about creating art; it’s about building bonds,

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5 Art & Craft Ideas for Your Children

Nurture the creativity of your little ones! Celebrate and share children’s creative talents through fun and engaging art & craft activities for kids. Inspired by Big Art at Camp Australia – Be Bold, Be Brave, Be You! Encourage your young

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School Lunch Box Ideas

Bring back their appetite with new school lunch ideas for Term 1! We thought you may need a bit of inspiration as you head into the new school year.Here at Camp Australia, we’re all for healthy eating and making lunches

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Top 5 Tips for Starting Term 1

It’s almost here. Summer fun and holidays are starting to phase out and the reality of heading back to school is kicking in fast for families. For some, it might be just “another” new year, but for others it would

Read More

2023 Family NPS Survey Results

Christmas: Rejoice, Reduce, Recycle! ‘This season of gift-giving and festivities as we approach the most wonderful time of the year! That’s right Christmas in the corner.  Continuing from our recent Rubbish Robots in Your OSHC, we encourage children to develop

Read More

6 School Holiday Activities to Entertain Kids

Keeping the kids busy and entertained can be a tricky task – especially in the longer summer holidays. There are only so many new ideas you can come up with yourself for at-home activities during the holidays. Luckily, at Rocketeers,

Read More

Sustainable Christmas Craft Ideas

Christmas: Rejoice, Reduce, Recycle! ‘This season of gift-giving and festivities as we approach the most wonderful time of the year! That’s right Christmas in the corner.  Continuing from our recent Rubbish Robots in Your OSHC, we encourage children to develop

Read More