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Big School Ready | Camp Australia

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, there’s a whole lot of ‘newness’ that lies ahead – your child will soon be navigating new school buildings, routines, people, rules and learning; and

Insight Series for Families | Camp Australia

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 fact, a universal human experience; a normal, helpful emotion, just like excitement or sadness, but with its own bonus ‘design features’ built in to keep

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 school holidays, creating a mix of excitement and anxiety for many parents. While kids look forward to a break from their routines, parents often face

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

Rocketeers | Camp Australia

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

Insight Series | Camp Australia

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

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 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

Rock Painting | Camp Australia

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

Big School Ready | Camp Australia

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, there’s a whole lot of ‘newness’ that lies ahead – your child will soon be navigating new school buildings, routines, people, rules and learning; and you’ll soon be a school parent juggling, among other things, new routines and a ridiculous number of school emails (trust me on this one). So what can you do to set the scene for smooth start? Here are some tips to consider: • Firstly, remember that it’s normal for children to feel nervous about this big transition. You needn’t take

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Insight Series for Families | Camp Australia

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 fact, a universal human experience; a normal, helpful emotion, just like excitement or sadness, but with its own bonus ‘design features’ built in to keep us safe. You see, when we sense danger, our mind sharpens to focus solely on the situation at hand and our body helpfully spurs into action. We start breathing more rapidly so that we can take in more oxygen. Our heart beats more quickly so that it can deliver this oxygen to our muscles, readying us to flee or to

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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 school holidays, creating a mix of excitement and anxiety for many parents. While kids look forward to a break from their routines, parents often face the challenge of keeping the kids entertained and engaged. But fear not! As a professional artist and a parent, I’ve discovered that the magic of spring can provide endless inspiration for creative projects that not only keep boredom at bay but also, like many creative projects provide mindfulness, create lasting memories, and provide opportunities to strengthen family bonds.  There’s something

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Celebrating decades of dedication to OSHC: Denise & 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 heart and soul of the Out of School Hours Care (OSHC) program. Denise Holmes and Annette Amad-Corson work side by side, nurturing and guiding countless children in a warm and welcoming environment. Their special bond and shared experience make them an inspiring duo whose impact on the community is immeasurable. Denise Holmes began her career as an educator in 1997, bringing a deep passion for working with children and a commitment to making a difference. Her journey began with working with Aboriginal children in an

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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. LEGO blocks are enjoyed by children and adults alike, helping to develop fine motor skills and allowing you to be creative and problem-solve with a sense of accomplishment achieved. Here are some benefits of playing with LEGO bricks for children: Brain development Much of what we do in adult life can be attributed to our

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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 and understanding of the world’s oldest continuing culture is something we hold dear to our hearts. As a national childcare organisation that contributes to the education of thousands of children, we believe it is our responsibility to lead the childcare sector. We have a commitment to Guide Children’s Growth, and we have seen first-hand how this

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Rocketeers | Camp Australia

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 experiences and supported by unique, tailored activities. Rocketeers is THE fun place for primary school-aged children to be, where they will experience extraordinary school holiday adventures. There’s a variety of experiences and dedicated Commander and Crew to guide each mission in the school holidays. Types of experiences 1. Operation Explore the wonders of Base Camp.

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Insight Series | Camp Australia

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 varying degrees from birth. We actually have to actively build resilience in children by providing certain kinds of interactions and experiences as they grow. While there are a range of other contributing factors at play, it certainly seems that the Covid pandemic interfered with that process. I suppose that makes sense since some of those

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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 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 kids entertained. A huge hit with both the young and young-at-heart, slime and DIY slime kits have been around for a while but saw exponential growth during the COVID-19 pandemic, where they became an easy and affordable option for families to keep children occupied and even provide relief from mild anxiety, as well as keeping

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Rock Painting | Camp Australia

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.  Read about the best outdoor craft activities that children and families can do together! Benefits of Outdoor Art and Craft Activities for Your Children There are so many benefits to outdoor arts and crafts: Fosters Creativity and Imagination: Children can explore and use natural materials like leaves, stones, and sticks in their projects. It encourages

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Big School Ready | Camp Australia

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, there’s a whole lot of ‘newness’ that lies ahead – your child will soon be

Read More
Insight Series for Families | Camp Australia

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 fact, a universal human experience; a normal, helpful emotion, just like excitement or sadness, but

Read More

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

Read More
Insight Series | Camp Australia

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

Read More
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 of sensory fun has gotten into everyone’s hands, literally. With lots of different types, from

Read More
Rock Painting | Camp Australia

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

Read More