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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
Creative After-School Activities Kids Love And How They Build Skills
Holiday Care Programs: A Parent’s Guide to School Holiday Adventures
Let’s make cute and cool animal portraits!
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
Before and After School Care: How It Supports Learning, Wellbeing and Family Routines
Modern family life can be busy and demanding when you have school-aged children, with routines, responsibilities and activities quickly filling the day. For Australian families, Before and After School Care plays a key role in making those daily routines work. But it’s much more than just convenience. Quality before and
Creative After-School Activities Kids Love And How They Build Skills
After School Activities That Spark Creativity, Confidence and Curiosity When the school day ends, children still have so much energy, imagination and curiosity left to explore. That’s why after school activities that focus on creativity, hands-on learning and play can have such a positive overall impact. It can help children
Holiday Care Programs: A Parent’s Guide to School Holiday Adventures
School Holiday Programs: Holiday Care Programs With Rocketeers by Camp Australia When school’s out, children are ready for something different and exciting. That’s where holiday care programs come in. Camp Australia’s Rocketeers school holiday programs offer a full-day mix of adventure, creativity and connection, giving children new things to try
Let’s make cute and cool animal portraits!
Want to bring a burst of colour and creativity into your day? With just some cardboard, an empty egg carton, and a few paints, you can create funky animal portraits that are full of personality. These portraits are fun to design, easy to make, and a playful way to let
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
Before and After School Care: How It Supports Learning, Wellbeing and Family Routines
Modern family life can be busy and demanding when you have school-aged children, with routines, responsibilities and activities quickly filling the day. For Australian families, Before and After School Care plays a key role in making those daily routines work. But it’s much more than just convenience. Quality before and after school care supports children’s learning, encourages wellbeing, and gives families peace of mind knowing their children are in trusted, supportive care. Let’s look at what before and after school care is, how it helps with homework and learning, nurtures social and emotional development, and how you can get started. What Is Before and After School Care? Definition, Eligibility and
Creative After-School Activities Kids Love And How They Build Skills
After School Activities That Spark Creativity, Confidence and Curiosity When the school day ends, children still have so much energy, imagination and curiosity left to explore. That’s why after school activities that focus on creativity, hands-on learning and play can have such a positive overall impact. It can help children wind down, build confidence, and discover activities they enjoy most. Ranging from art and drama to science and storytelling, these experiences are fun, while supporting real learning and personal growth. Here’s a closer look at the benefits of creative activities for kids after school, and how they can be tailored to suit different age groups and interests. Why After School
Holiday Care Programs: A Parent’s Guide to School Holiday Adventures
School Holiday Programs: Holiday Care Programs With Rocketeers by Camp Australia When school’s out, children are ready for something different and exciting. That’s where holiday care programs come in. Camp Australia’s Rocketeers school holiday programs offer a full-day mix of adventure, creativity and connection, giving children new things to try every single day. From thrilling excursions and creative incursions to chill-out time and games with friends, holiday care in Australia through Rocketeers is a place for fun, learning and independence, all in a safe and welcoming environment. Best of all, your child can enrol into a Rocketeers Camp Australia holiday program even if they don’t attend the school during school
Let’s make cute and cool animal portraits!
Want to bring a burst of colour and creativity into your day? With just some cardboard, an empty egg carton, and a few paints, you can create funky animal portraits that are full of personality. These portraits are fun to design, easy to make, and a playful way to let your imagination run wild – every one is a little masterpiece that will brighten up any space. What You’ll Need Cardboard (for the backing board) Empty egg carton Scissors Pencil or pen Paints or colored markers PVA glue Black pen or fine-tip marker Step-by-Step Guide Step 1: Prepare your backing board Start by cutting your cardboard into a square. This
Let’s Talk Art with Kerry Evitts: The Colour Mood Connection: How Colour Shapes the Way You Feel
Have you ever walked into a room and instantly felt happier, calmer or more energised without really knowing why? Chances are, colour had something to
The Biggest Kids Activity Trends in 2026 for Sports and Play
Why Active Play Is Essential for Children Active play is more than just a way for children to burn off energy. It supports key areas
15 Fun Games Kids Love in After School Programs
After a full day of learning, children can round off their day with movement, laughter, connection and play. At Camp Australia, our after school programs
Creative Craft Activities and Educational Toys Kids Love in 2026
Children learn by doing. Even if an activity doesn’t go as planned, there is still much to take in from trying. Creative crafts are one
This World Play Day; We’re Doing Something We’ve Never Done Before
This Wednesday, when the school bell rings, something a little different is happening at Camp Australia After School Care services across the country. Children will
Around the World Art Adventures – Creating, Connecting and Celebrating Together
There is something truly magical about exploring the world even without leaving the room. As an artist I often say that creativity is our passport.
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
Before and After School Care: How It Supports Learning, Wellbeing and Family Routines
Modern family life can be busy and demanding when you have school-aged children, with routines, responsibilities and activities quickly filling the day. For Australian families, Before and After School Care plays a key role in making those daily routines work.
Creative After-School Activities Kids Love And How They Build Skills
After School Activities That Spark Creativity, Confidence and Curiosity When the school day ends, children still have so much energy, imagination and curiosity left to explore. That’s why after school activities that focus on creativity, hands-on learning and play can
Holiday Care Programs: A Parent’s Guide to School Holiday Adventures
School Holiday Programs: Holiday Care Programs With Rocketeers by Camp Australia When school’s out, children are ready for something different and exciting. That’s where holiday care programs come in. Camp Australia’s Rocketeers school holiday programs offer a full-day mix of
Let’s make cute and cool animal portraits!
Want to bring a burst of colour and creativity into your day? With just some cardboard, an empty egg carton, and a few paints, you can create funky animal portraits that are full of personality. These portraits are fun to