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 life with enjoyable activities that also nurture their brain development, improve hand-eye coordination, and help learn new skills. LEGO play is a classic favourite with numerous benefits for growing children. […]
Making steps towards healing and reconciliation – a story of our journey at Camp Australia
On August 4th, we celebrate National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children’s Day! This day commenced in 1988 and is an opportunity to give all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children a national voice, focusing on their development and wellbeing to ensure educational equality. At Camp Australia, this pursuit of educational equality and increased awareness […]
Extraordinary Adventures – School Holiday Fun with Rocketeers Vacation Care
Rocketeers is Camp Australia’s holiday program for primary school children. For non-stop action, morning to evening during the school holidays, children will go home exhausted at the end of the day. At Rocketeers, every season is a new mission, every day – a new adventure. Rocketeers is a holiday program that’s filled with thrilling showcase […]
How to Build Resilience in Children
Written by Dr Kaylene Henderson (MBBS FRANZCP Cert C&A Psych) Resilience refers to our ability to bounce back, adapt and keep going when faced with the setbacks, stress and tough times that inevitably come our way in life. None of us are born with this ability; Resilience isn’t an innate trait that children have in […]
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 of sensory fun has gotten into everyone’s hands, literally. With lots of different types, from fluffy slime to slime without glue, there’s so many to choose from to keep the […]
Outdoor Art & Craft Ideas for Your Children
Outdoor art activities are a great way to get children to step outside and be creative in a natural setting. These activities encourage children to explore and use natural materials like leaves, stones, and sticks in their projects. They help children connect with nature and only require basic supplies that can be carried from home. […]
Celebrating 30 Years of OSHC – The Big Art Comp and Imagining the Future
Let us Celebrate When it comes to milestones this one is certainly worth celebrating! 30 years of OSHC at Camp Australia, I know that’s huge right! Three decades of service, where learning, growth, and fun have been at the heart of everything they do. Envisioning the future and sparking creativity As we look ahead to the […]
School Holiday Fun with Winter Activities
The school holidays bring time for your child to relax and unwind, and it’s also the perfect opportunity to remind them how to go back to basics and have fun with some exciting activities. We’ve put together some of our most favourite winter activity ideas that are perfect for the school holidays. 1. Science and […]
Cooking with children: Top tips for making the kitchen fun
Embarking on culinary adventures with your child is a great way to create lasting memories and grow a stronger bond. While it’s a journey that is undeniably rewarding, it can be quite challenging when cooking with children. Fear not, for here are some top tips to transform cooking with little ones into an enjoyable and […]
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, creativity, and emotional understanding. Whether they’re building with blocks, dressing up in costumes, or running […]