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International Women’s Day
Shrove Tuesday: Pancake Ideas
Valentine’s Day: Let’s Get Crafty
More Active Learning & Less Screen Time
Safer Internet Day: Online Safety Tips
Importance of Exercise
What is Handball?
OSHC Explained: Out of Hours School Care
Child Care Subsidy (CCS) Explained
International Women’s Day
It’s International Women’s Day on Wednesday, 8 March 2023. Celebrating women’s achievement and raising awareness about discrimination, it’s a day where the world takes action to drive gender parity. At Camp Australia, we understand that all women in the workforce make a difference. We support IWD and beyond, where we
Shrove Tuesday: Pancake Ideas
What is Pancake Day? Also known as Shrove Tuesday, Pancake Day always falls 47 days before Easter Sunday. Given that Easter Sunday is determined by lunar cycles, the date of Pancake Day changes every year. Lent was a time when Christians fasted to remember the time Jesus Christ spent 40
Valentine’s Day: Let’s Get Crafty
Love is in the air! With Valentine’s Day upon us, what better way to show someone you love and care for than by giving the gift of something handmade? Here are some great crafty ideas from Your OSHC to get the kids involved and having fun! A bouquet of flowers
More Active Learning & Less Screen Time
How ‘well’ is your child? Camp Australia’s Child Impact Survey has revealed that there are concerns for children’s emotional instability and lack of structure persisting in a largely post-COVID Australia. The survey, now in its third year, was first launched in 2020 to help develop an understanding of impacts on
Safer Internet Day: Online Safety Tips
Safer Internet Day (7 February) is a global event that brings together communities, families, schools and organisations from more than 200 countries to help create safer online spaces. This worldwide initiative is celebrating 20 years in 2023, making it a great time to reflect on how far we have come,
Importance of Exercise
Physical exercise is crucial for growing bodies, offering a host of health benefits that can impact children’s life as an adult. Not only will it help develop and maintain physical health, but regular exercise will also encourage children to lead an active lifestyle with long-term benefits of mental and social
What is Handball?
What is handball? Handball is a game between 2 to 7 players on a hard court where a ball is struck with your hand, making it bounce into your opponent’s square. It’s a popular schoolyard game in Australia, as well as other countries like New Zealand, Fiji and more, and
OSHC Explained: Out of Hours School Care
What is OSHC? OSHC stands for Outside School Hours Care. An OSHC service provides education and care for primary school-age children (generally 5 to 12 years) outside school hours and during holidays. At Camp Australia, we cover Before School Care (BSC), After School Care (ASC) and Vacation Care (Rocketeers). What’s
Child Care Subsidy (CCS) Explained
What is Child Care Subsidy (CCS)? The government offers assistance to help with the cost of approved childcare. CCS is paid directly to Camp Australia to reduce the fees you pay before you are billed. The amount you get depends on your family’s income, the type of childcare you use
National Handball Championships Declared a Top Activity for Everyone
The popular childhood game attracted over 4,600 participants in Your OSHC and over 9,000 in Rocketeers. Let’s take a look at the experience of those involved with this national competition The National Handball Championships from a Child’s Perspective There were 12 regional champions at the National Handball Championships and each
International Women’s Day
It’s International Women’s Day on Wednesday, 8 March 2023. Celebrating women’s achievement and raising awareness about discrimination, it’s a day where the world takes action to drive gender parity. At Camp Australia, we understand that all women in the workforce make a difference. We support IWD and beyond, where we #EmbraceEquity and work to create an environment that is diverse, inclusive and valued. We have over 84% of our team that are women, delivering services before and after school, as well as during the holidays. We are committed to supporting our team members through care, empathy and opportunity, while embracing their cultural and ethical values, so they can lead and
Shrove Tuesday: Pancake Ideas
What is Pancake Day? Also known as Shrove Tuesday, Pancake Day always falls 47 days before Easter Sunday. Given that Easter Sunday is determined by lunar cycles, the date of Pancake Day changes every year. Lent was a time when Christians fasted to remember the time Jesus Christ spent 40 days and 40 nights fasting in the desert. Pancake Day is typically a day of indulgence prior to the 40-day fast and the ingredients used to make pancakes (i.e. milk, eggs, sugar) are not consumed during Lent. This is also a day for penance for Christians, hence the word, shrove (‘shriven’ from sins before the beginning of Lent). Some of
Valentine’s Day: Let’s Get Crafty
Love is in the air! With Valentine’s Day upon us, what better way to show someone you love and care for than by giving the gift of something handmade? Here are some great crafty ideas from Your OSHC to get the kids involved and having fun! A bouquet of flowers that don’t dry up with no maintenance required? That’s right. Let’s explore how to make beautiful flowers using coloured paper. Watch this video for a step-by-step guide to making your own paper flowers! No more picking flowers from the garden! Here’s an eco-friendly way to re-use popsicle sticks and some paper or felt to create your own one-of-a-kind reusable flower for Valentine’s
More Active Learning & Less Screen Time
How ‘well’ is your child? Camp Australia’s Child Impact Survey has revealed that there are concerns for children’s emotional instability and lack of structure persisting in a largely post-COVID Australia. The survey, now in its third year, was first launched in 2020 to help develop an understanding of impacts on Australian children aged between 5 – 12 during the pandemic. The latest survey (December 2022) drew responses from over 5,000 families and 130 school partners which tracked the issues children encountered over the past 12 months and the challenges they continue to face. “Almost one quarter (24%) of parents have reported their children’s emotional patterns in 2022 have worsened” It
Safer Internet Day: Online Safety Tips
Safer Internet Day (7 February) is a global event that brings together communities, families, schools and organisations from more than 200 countries to help create safer online spaces. This worldwide initiative is celebrating 20 years in 2023, making it a great time to reflect on how far we have come, as well as look forward. This year’s key message for Safer Internet Day by the Australian Government and eSafety Commissioner is Connect. Reflect. Protect. Here are top 3 tips to creating a safer online experience for your children, whether at home or school. CONNECT with care – and carefully. Whether children are connecting with their peers through a social platform or an
Importance of Exercise
Physical exercise is crucial for growing bodies, offering a host of health benefits that can impact children’s life as an adult. Not only will it help develop and maintain physical health, but regular exercise will also encourage children to lead an active lifestyle with long-term benefits of mental and social wellbeing. As much as adults spend time working all day – mostly sitting for prolonged hours and in front of a computer – children also spend most of their days at school, sitting at their desk, doing homework and reading – not to mention time spent in front of the TV or on a mobile device. Although we can reduce
What is Handball?
What is handball? Handball is a game between 2 to 7 players on a hard court where a ball is struck with your hand, making it bounce into your opponent’s square. It’s a popular schoolyard game in Australia, as well as other countries like New Zealand, Fiji and more, and unlike other types of handball games out there, it does not incorporate a wall – instead, being played on a court consisting of lines on the ground. The game is mostly played at recess, lunchtime, or before and after school, but it can also be played anywhere that has a hard surface with at least one line. The quick set-up
OSHC Explained: Out of Hours School Care
What is OSHC? OSHC stands for Outside School Hours Care. An OSHC service provides education and care for primary school-age children (generally 5 to 12 years) outside school hours and during holidays. At Camp Australia, we cover Before School Care (BSC), After School Care (ASC) and Vacation Care (Rocketeers). What’s good about Your OSHC? [Your OSHC](https://campaustralia.com.au/your-oshc) provides flexibility that families love. It’s there how and when you need it. From Before School Care that starts early in the morning to After School care that goes into the evening, we also have our [Rocketeers](https://campaustralia.com.au/rocketeers) school holiday programs that run all day. It’s easy, hassle-free, and tailored to work around your life
Child Care Subsidy (CCS) Explained
What is Child Care Subsidy (CCS)? The government offers assistance to help with the cost of approved childcare. CCS is paid directly to Camp Australia to reduce the fees you pay before you are billed. The amount you get depends on your family’s income, the type of childcare you use and the hours you and your partner work and other recognised activities that improve your skills. Eligibility & criteria The Child Care Subsidy percentage you are entitled to depends on your family’s income. You can visit the Services Australia website to find out how to claim and read about how the number of children in your care can affect your CCS. What classifies
National Handball Championships Declared a Top Activity for Everyone
The popular childhood game attracted over 4,600 participants in Your OSHC and over 9,000 in Rocketeers. Let’s take a look at the experience of those involved with this national competition The National Handball Championships from a Child’s Perspective There were 12 regional champions at the National Handball Championships and each winner was awarded a $1,000 prize. Here’s what some children had to say about their experience with the competition: “Thank you Camp Australia, I loved the Handball Competition. I think everyone enjoyed the day and played well. Can you please run a State or National Championship?” – Xavier, 1st place winner from Karingal Primary School, Frankston VIC “I walked into
Embracing the Australian Summer Holidays
Hello Sunshine! As the school year winds down and the first whispers of summer heat arrive, it’s impossible not to feel that tingle of excitement
Tips for the transition to ‘big school’
Article written by Dr Kaylene Henderson for Camp Australia This transition to ‘big school’ can feel daunting, and not just for our children. After all,
We Need To Talk About Anxiety
Article written by Dr Kaylene Henderson for Camp Australia Much is said about anxiety these days, but rarely are we reminded that anxiety is, in
Let’s talk art with Kerry Evitts – School Holiday Fun
Embracing the Spring Holidays with Art, Nature and Family Connection Spring is upon us and with it brings the end of term 3 and the
Celebrating decades of dedication to OSHC: Denise and Annette’s inspiring journey at Camelot Rise Primary School
At Camelot Rise Primary School, a heartwarming story unfolds through the dedication of two extraordinary women who, as both friends and colleagues, have become the
Benefits of LEGO® Play for your child
Looking for a way to spark your child’s curiosity whilst encouraging their natural ability to explore and discover? Give your child a positive start to
How to Deal with School Refusal
With children back at school and Term 1 in full swing, there is one challenge in education that seems to be impacting schools and families. We’re seeing the continuing fallout of COVID, where last year there was a big drop
eSafety for Parents
Our children are growing up in a world where online experience is unavoidable. Although there are educational and helpful platforms, the concerns around harmful and negative online content are ever growing. Our latest survey has shown 42% of families are
Harmony Day
Harmony Week is where “everyone belongs”. It’s a celebration that recognises our diversity and brings Australians from different backgrounds together. It’s also about raising awareness and encouraging inclusiveness, respect and a sense of belonging for all. You often wear ‘orange’
NAPLAN: Tips for Parents to Support Children
It’s that time of the year when school is back for Term 1, and primary school-aged children in Year 3 and 5 (and Year 7 and 9 in high school) across the country are getting ready to sit the annual
International Women’s Day
It’s International Women’s Day on Wednesday, 8 March 2023. Celebrating women’s achievement and raising awareness about discrimination, it’s a day where the world takes action to drive gender parity. At Camp Australia, we understand that all women in the workforce
Shrove Tuesday: Pancake Ideas
What is Pancake Day? Also known as Shrove Tuesday, Pancake Day always falls 47 days before Easter Sunday. Given that Easter Sunday is determined by lunar cycles, the date of Pancake Day changes every year. Lent was a time when
Valentine’s Day: Let’s Get Crafty
Love is in the air! With Valentine’s Day upon us, what better way to show someone you love and care for than by giving the gift of something handmade? Here are some great crafty ideas from Your OSHC to get
More Active Learning & Less Screen Time
How ‘well’ is your child? Camp Australia’s Child Impact Survey has revealed that there are concerns for children’s emotional instability and lack of structure persisting in a largely post-COVID Australia. The survey, now in its third year, was first launched
Safer Internet Day: Online Safety Tips
Safer Internet Day (7 February) is a global event that brings together communities, families, schools and organisations from more than 200 countries to help create safer online spaces. This worldwide initiative is celebrating 20 years in 2023, making it a
Importance of Exercise
Physical exercise is crucial for growing bodies, offering a host of health benefits that can impact children’s life as an adult. Not only will it help develop and maintain physical health, but regular exercise will also encourage children to lead