Summer School Holiday Camps, Workshops & Vacation Care around Sydney

Outdoor Holiday Camps

Adventure Camp (Bayview, Balmoral, Northbridge, Greenwich, Q Station Manly & Balmain)

Adventure Camps

Code Camp (Lane Cove, Mosman, Lindfield, Gordon, Wahroonga, North Curl Curl, Collaroy)

North Shore Mums offer: Use the code NSMUMS25 when booking to save $25 on your child’s holiday camp booking. Don’t forget to share the code with friends so they can save too!

Code Camp

These summer school holidays, let Code Camp inspire your children to get creative with technology, learn valuable new skills, have fun, and make new friends. With a wide range of in-person camps and online programs available, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Choose from beginner to advanced coding camps, robotics, stop-motion animation, DJing, video production, and more!

CRU Holiday Camps (Kellyville, Galston, Oakville, Terrey Hills, Gerringong & Lake Macquarie)

North Shore Mums offer: Use promo code NSM30 to get $30 off your camp fee. T&Cs apply.

CRU Camps

Ku-ring-gai Wildflower Garden (St Ives)

Keep the kids outdoors & busy these school holidays at Ku-ring-gai Wildflower Garden.

They offer a range of nature-based activities, including survival skills, animal encounters, nature adventurers, water play and more!

Come along for an adventure!

• When: 8 December 2025 – 23 January 2026 | 9am – 4pm weekdays
• Where: Ku-ring-gai Wildflower Garden, 420 Mona Vale Road, St Ives
• Suited for: Primary-aged children (6 – 12 years)
• Cost: From $80
• Website: krg.nsw.gov.au
• Phone: (02) 9424 0353

Looking for school holiday activities that’ll have your kids racing to tell you what they learned? TinkerTank’s STEAM camps in Neutral Bay and Manly are where confidence, creativity, and curiosity meet.

Kids dive into hands-on coding, robotics, 3D design, and media creation – building actual tech skills they’ll use for years to come. With small groups and expert mentors guiding the way, it’s less “camp” and more “innovation playground.”

Whether your child’s a budding engineer, creative thinker, or somewhere in between, they’ll find their groove here. Fair warning, though: these camps book out lightning-fast every holiday, so get in quick. Give your kids a summer experience they’ll genuinely remember (and ask to do again!).

• When: Now until Monday, 2 February 2026. Open for Private school dates. Not open on Public Holidays
• Where: Neutral Bay & Manly
• Suited for: 6 – 14 years old
• Cost: $110 – $150
• Phone: 1300 670 104
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: tinkertank.rocks
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Vacation Care

Gowrie NSW Vacation Care

Gowrie NSW Vacation Care (North Sydney)

School Holidays Sorted! Need something fun to keep the children busy these school holidays? Gowrie NSW Vacation Care has you covered!

Their programs are packed with fantastic excursions, hands-on incursions and creative in-house days that’ll keep everyone smiling from drop-off to pick-up.

Whether it’s exploring somewhere new, trying out a cool activity or making new friends, there’s never a dull moment! By popular demand, they have Senior Excursions!

Bookings fill fast, so don’t miss out! Visit their website to see what’s on and save your child’s spot.

• Where: North Sydney Community, 220 Miller Street, North Sydney
• Suited for: 5-12 years
• Website: gowriensw.com.au
• Email: [email protected]

Inspire’s School Holiday Fun (North Willoughby)

North Shore Mums Offer: $10 discount on the total booking amount when you book 3 days or more. Just mention North Shore Mums.

Inspire’s Summer School Holiday Fun program provides excellent value and fantastic excursions, incursions, and fun activities for primary school children of all ages.

The program is packed with incredible adventures — from Luna Park, Timezone and Taronga Zoo to ice skating, mini golf, pony care, rocket science workshops, beach days, the Royal Botanic Garden, and so much more!

• When: Tues 6 Jan – Fri 9 Jan 2026 | Mon 12 Jan – Fri 16 Jan 2026 | Mon 19 – Fri 23 Jan 2026 | Mon 27 Jan – Thurs 30 Jan
• Where: Bales Park, North Willoughby
• Suited for: Kindy – Year 6
• Cost: $119 (CCS rebates apply)
• Website: inspireprogram.com.au

Educational Workshops

MultiLit Summer Holiday Literacy Programs (Macquarie Park)

North Shore Mums offer: Save 5% when you book and pay by 22 December 2025.

Keep literacy skills growing over the summer with MultiLit’s evidence-based one-to-one reading programs. Designed by leading education experts, these personalised sessions help children maintain (and accelerate) their reading progress over the holidays — without losing the fun of summer break!

Choose from steady daily support or an intensive program for faster progress.

Holiday Boost Program

• One 50-minute lesson per day (min. 2 weeks)
• Ideal for maintaining and consolidating skills
• Placement test + end-of-program summary
• In-centre or online

Holiday Intensive Program

• Four 50-minute lessons per day (min. 2 weeks)
• Perfect for children needing targeted intervention
• Full assessment + detailed progress report
• In-centre or online

Book your child into the MultiLit Summer Literacy program to see real progress these summer holidays!

• When: Summer holidays, daily sessions available from 8am
• Where: MultiLit Literacy Centre, Macquarie Park (in-centre or online)
• Suited for: Preschool to secondary students
• Website: info.multilit.com

Matrix Education (Sydney City, Chatswood, Epping, Strathfield, Parramatta, Castle Hill, Hurstville)

Matrix Education’s January Holiday Courses offer students in Years 3–12 the chance to get ahead before the new school term begins. In just 4, 5 or 9 days, students cover key content in English, Maths or Science, all taught by experienced teachers, not casual tutors.

Families can expect small class sizes, premium learning environments, and structured lessons designed to build confidence and academic momentum. It’s the perfect mix of productivity and preparation to start the school year strong.

• When: 12 January – 25 January
• Where: Sydney City, Chatswood, Epping, Strathfield, Parramatta, Castle Hill, Hurstville
• Suited for: 8-18 years
• Cost: From $288
• Website: matrix.edu.au

Swimming Camps

Tanya’s Travelling Tadpole Tuition (Your home pool)

North Shore Mums offer: Mention North Shore Mums to receive a free Tanya’s Tadpoles water bottle for each child swimming!

Tanya’s Travelling Tadpole Tuition

Tanya’s Tadpoles team of qualified swimming instructors run Holiday Accelerator Blocks (a week of daily classes in your pool) throughout the holidays.

These are Tanya’s favourite programs, and the instructors love seeing the improvement and progress kids can make between Monday and Friday!

The repetition over consecutive days helps kids retain information and improve their swimming skills, especially at this time of year when they spend significant time in the pool or at the beach.

• When: Monday 1 – Friday 5 December (5 days)  | Monday 8 – Friday 12 December (5 days)  | Monday 15 – Friday 19 December (5 days)   |  Monday 5 – Friday 9 January (5 days) |  Monday 12 – Friday 16 January (5 days) |  Monday 19 – Friday 23 January (5 days) | Tuesday 27 – Friday 30 January (4 days)
• Lessons are offered between 8am and 6pm each day
• Where: Your home pool
• Suited for: 3 – 12 years
• Cost: From $375 (for 5 x 30-minute classes), the price can be split by the number of participating kids. $600 (for 5 x 60-minute classes) offered at a discounted hourly rate
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• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: 0402 002 902

Turramurra Learn to Swim

Want to see your child make real progress with their swimming in just one week? Then book them in for a five-day intensive swimming course with Turramurra Learn To Swim.

The 30-minute lessons are structured according to ability and age to ensure children have the best learning environment while also having fun!  With only one class at a time, distractions are reduced.  Weekly lessons will also be available on Saturday in January, including Water Babies classes.  

Parents are welcome to stay in the air-conditioned reception area and watch their child’s lesson through the glass sliding doors that lead into the pool. If you prefer, you may sit in the beautiful outdoor garden under the umbrellas, overlooking the pool. The pool is indoors and heated to 33 °C.

• January 2026 Courses:
  • Week 1:  Mon 5 – Fri 9 Jan (5 days) 
  • Week 2:  Mon 12 – Fri 16 Jan (5 days) 
  • Week 3:  Mon 19 – Fri 23 Jan (5 days) 
  • Saturdays in January: 10, 17 & 24 January 2026
  • Water Baby classes are also available on Saturdays in January 2026
• Where: 48 Tennyson Ave, Turramurra
• Suitable for: 3-11 years
• Cost: $130 (5 days)
• Phone: (02) 9489 4771
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: turramurralearntoswim.com.au
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Gymnastics Camps

AAGI Gymnastics Camps

Join the Academy of Acrobatics and Gymnastics International for a day full of fun, gymnastics, acrobatics and obstacle courses!

Their qualified and experienced coaches will guide you through a variety of gymnastics activities suitable for all skill levels, making sure you get the best out of your time at AAGI.

Their holiday camps are a great way to try out gymnastics before the new year or keep up your practice over the break, all while making new friends!

• When: 18, 19, 22 & 23 December| 12-16, 19-23 & 27-30 January | Full day: 9am – 3:30pm + Half day: 9am – 1pm
• Where: 27-29 Cross St, Brookvale 2100
• Suited for: 4 – 12 years
• Cost: $55-$90
• Website: aagi.com.au
• Phone: (02) 8592 1664
• Email: [email protected]

Sports Holiday Workshops

Humpty Sports Holiday Camp (Castle Cove)

Humpty Sports

Looking for some holiday fun for your kids? Have them join Humpty Camp.

Their multi-sport holiday program is designed specifically for children aged 2½–7 and is run by energetic, professional staff. It offers an excellent opportunity for children to develop their sporting and social skills and to increase their self-confidence in a safe, caring and fun-filled environment!

Theme days, craft activities and lots more make for a good time. On rain or shine. Come for a full week or just a day!

• When: CAMP 1: 22 – 24 December 2025 | CAMP 2: 5 – 9 January 2026 | CAMP 3: 12 – 16 January 2026 | CAMP 4: 19 – 23 January 2026 | CAMP 5: 27 – 30 January 2026
• Time: Half day: 9am-1pm | Full Day: 9am-3pm | Extended Day: 9am-5pm (drop off from 8:30am)
• Where: Willis Park, 325a Eastern Valley Way, Castle Cove
• Suited for: 2.5 – 7 years (must be toilet trained)
• Costs: 
  • Half Day (9am-1pm): $70/day, $190/3-day camp, $250/4-day camp, $310/5-day camp
  • Full Day (9am-3pm): $90/day, $240/3-day camp, $315/4-day camp, $385/5-day camp
  • Extended Day (9am-5pm): $110/day, $295/3-day camp, $385 4-day camp, $475/5-day camp
  • The weekly rate ONLY applies when the booking is made and retained for ALL days offered in that camp week

• Website: lovendeuce.com.au
• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: (02) 9901 3144

Motiv8Sports – Summer Splash Camp (Northbridge, Lane Cove & North Sydney)

North Shore Mums Offer: Use code NSM20 for 20% off (valid for the first 20 tickets).

Motiv8Sports

The Summer Splash Camp from Motiv8Sports is the wettest, wildest, most insane camp of the holidays! Let them bring the beach to you.

Each morning, they beat the heat, and their campers will experience their legendary array of hybrid sports as well as the opportunity to express themselves creatively in dance and choreography via their war cry and mega sessions.

Once the heat kicks in, it’s all about keeping our campers cool! They finish each day with a fantastic array of wet, wild and wicked Splash City water challenges.

• When & Where:
  • Monday 12 & Tuesday 13 Jan – Northbridge
  • Thursday 15 & Friday 16 Jan – North Sydney
  • Monday 19 & Tuesday 20 Jan – Lane Cove
  • Thursday 22 & Friday 23 Jan – Northbridge
• Suited for: Children starting Kindy in 2026 – Year 6
• Cost: $80-$130. Active & Creative Kids vouchers accepted
• Website: motiv8sports.com.au
• Email: [email protected]

The Centre Dural

The Centre, Dural

Keep the kids active and entertained this Summer at The Centre, Dural! There are Mini Gala Days for Netball and Futsal teams, fun all-day Holiday Sports Programs packed with games and skill-building, a three-day Pickleball Camp for young players keen to learn, and plenty of bouncing fun at Inflatable World!

It’s the perfect mix of sport, friends, and holiday fun all under one roof.

• When: Mini Gala Days: 27+29 Jan | All Day Holiday Programs: 12-22 Jan | Pickleball Camp: 27-29 Jan | Inflatable World: Open 10-25 Jan
• Where: Dural
• Suited for: 6-15 years
• Website: thecentredural.org.au
• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: (02) 8989 0000 

Black Belt Martial Arts Hornsby

North Shore Mums Offer: Book now and your child receives a FREE karate uniform and white belt – to wear to their Karate Camp (value $85).

Black Belt Martial Arts

Black Belt Martial Arts is packed with empowering activities, from martial arts and self-defence to learning basic karate moves and real-world anti-bullying strategies. Kids can enjoy exciting, child-safe foam weapons training that’s fully supervised, fun and confidence-boosting, plus a Craft & Creativity Zone for those who love to get hands-on and imaginative.

Designed for every personality — energetic or shy, athletic or creative — this camp is all about bringing out the best in each child. Beyond the fun, children build confidence, resilience, teamwork, leadership skills, self-acceptance, and the inner strength to stand up to bullying. No experience is needed, making it the perfect choice for beginners and first-timers.

• When: Tuesday 13th January and/or Wednesday 14th January 
• Time: 8:30am – 4:30pm (with late pickup available until 6:00pm at no extra charge!)
• Where: Suite 8 (Level 1) 6-18 Bridge Road, Hornsby
• Suited for: 7-14 years
• Cost: $89 per person, per day – Includes morning & afternoon tea, a FREE Karate Uniform and a Karate belt! Active Kids vouchers accepted
• Website: bbmahornsby.com.au
• Email: [email protected]

Tennis Camps

Kim Warwick Tennis Academy (Hornsby)

Kim Warwick Tennis Academy

At Kim Warwick Tennis Academy, they’re thrilled to bring back their popular Multi-Sports Tennis & Pickleball Holiday Camp these school summer holidays! Packed with fun activities, this camp will give kids an action-packed experience exploring various sports, with tennis taking centre stage.

Running across three weeks in January, their camp is designed to keep all kids entertained, engaged and active while having a blast. Don’t miss out on an exciting holiday filled with fun, energy, and big smiles!

• When: Week 1: Mon 12 Jan – Fri 16 Jan  | Week 2: Mon 19 Jan – Fri 23 Jan | Week 3: Tue 27 Jan – Fri 30 Jan
• Where: Kim Warwick Tennis Academy, 12A Edgeworth David Avenue, Hornsby
• Suited for: 5-15 years
• Cost: Full Day $67 / Half Day $49. Active Kids Vouchers are accepted.
• Website: kwta.com.au
• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: (02) 9477 6377

Voyager Tennis (Willoughby, Artarmon, Seaforth, Narraweena, Ryde)

North Shore Mums Offer: 10% discount. Use promo code: NSMG10

Voyager Tennis

Make the most of the summer break with Voyager Tennis Camps — a fun and active way for kids to learn, play and grow on court. Their programs cater to all skill levels, from first-time players to confident competitors, with expert coaching and game-based sessions that keep every child engaged.

Expect a mix of skill-building, match play, and teamwork in a supportive and high-energy environment. Camps run across multiple Sydney locations — book early to secure your spot!

• When: 22 December 2025 – 2 February 2026
• Where: Willoughby, Artarmon, Seaforth, Narraweena, Ryde, Pennant Hills, and more
• Suited for: 4-12 years
• Cost: $99 per day | 5+ days $90 per day | 10% discount. Use promo code: NSMG10
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: voyagertennis.com
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Evolve Tennis (Belrose, Collaroy, Roseville, Kooroora, Careel Bay & Terry Hills)

Evolve Tennis

Evolve Tennis Academy invites you to an exciting interactive training clinic that combines both soccer and tennis in a fun, engaging, and skill-focused environment.

Designed for kids, this program blends learning and play, helping young athletes improve their ball control, agility, and coordination through a variety of activities, including:

• Ball mastery
• Agility training
• Relays and small-sided games
• Overload scenarios
• Hidden learning games
• Match play sessions
• Mini-tournaments

Their goal is to create a high-energy, supportive atmosphere where kids can develop their skills and build confidence.

• When: Mon 8 Dec – Fri 12 Dec | Mon 15 Dec – Fri 19 Dec | Mon 5 – Fri 9 Jan | Mon 12 Jan – Fri 16 Jan | Mon 19 Jan – Fri 23 Jan | Mon 27 Jan – Thurs 30 Jan
• Time: Full Day: 9am – 3pm | Half Day: 9am – 12pm | Free Before & After Care from 7.30am-5pm
• Where: Belrose, Collaroy, Roseville, Kooroora, Careel Bay (Avalon)
• Suited for: 4-14 years
• Cost: $90 full day | $65 half day | $330 full day/whole week | $260 half day/whole week
• Website: evolvetennisacademy.com.au
• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: 1300 391 552

Louise Pleming Academy (Killara)

Louise Pleming Academy (Killara)

The Louise Pleming Academy will be running Holiday Tennis Camps at the Killara Lawn Tennis Club, this January 2026.

Louise Pleming is a former professional player, coach for Tennis Australia, & Grand Slam commentator. The Louise Pleming Academy will introduce customised programs designed to make professional-level coaching accessible to all ages & abilities, in an inclusive, fun environment.

The camp includes warm-up games, stroke development & group drills, Match play, games, supervised lunch & rest, agility, coordination, & fitness activities & round-robin matches.

• When & Where:
  • Week 1: Monday 5th January to Friday 9th January 2026, 9am to 3pm daily
  • Week 2: Monday 12th January to Friday 16th January 2026, 9am to 3pm daily
  • Week 3: Monday 19th January to Friday 23rd January 2026, 9am to 3pm
  • Week 4: Monday 26th January to Friday 30th January 2026, 9am to 3pm daily
• Where: Killara
• Suited for: 4-18 years
• Cost: $80 per day
• Website: play.tennis.com.au
• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: 0408 232 244

Cake, Baking, Creative Arts and Crafts Workshops at DeLovely Cake Design and Academy (Chatswood)

North Shore Mums Offer: Receive $30 kids’ birthday party voucher & $20 art classes voucher when you book. T&Cs apply.

• When: 21 December – 23 December 2025 | 12 January – 25 January 2026
• Where: DeLovely Cake Design and Academy, Shop 20, 369 Victoria Avenue, Chatswood
• Suited for: Children aged five and above. Children under five can join with a parent through the Parent-Child option.
• Cost: $79-$139. Full-day workshop discounts are available.
• Website: delovelycakedesign.com.au
• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: 0481 83 85 87

Sewing with Nikki (Ryde)

Get your kids creating these holidays with Sewing with Nikki, including a new craft class for younger children and skill-building sewing workshops for older students. Enjoy small classes, fun projects, and plenty of confidence-building along the way.

Kids will learn fundamental sewing skills while making their very own project to take home, plus they’ll gain confidence, independence, and a few new friends along the way!

• When: Christmas sewing projects – 22, 23 and 24 December
  January: 5 & 19 – Off the shoulder dress | 6 & 22 – PJ shorts & mini tote | 7 – Donut Cushion & Drawstring Bag | 10 & 17 – Mother/Daughter workshop | 12 – Ice Cream Workshop | 14 – Denim Skirt & Purse | 15 & 20 – Backpack workshop | 16 – Tutu workshop for 5,6 & 7year olds | 21 – Tote bag for High school students (or those going to HS in 2026)
• Where: Ryde
• Suited for: Children aged 5+
• Cost: From $155 per day
• Website: sewingwithnikki.com.au
• Email: [email protected]
• Active & Creative Kids Voucher accepted

Wave Art (Crows Nest)

North Shore Mums Offer: Book 5 sessions and only pay for 4!

Wave Art (Crows Nest)

Wave Art in Crows Nest is more than just an art studio. It’s a creative community where art builds confidence, imagination and joy. Their boutique studio is a calm, inspiring space for children, tweens and teens to explore painting, mixed media, fluid art and craft. The environment is bright and uplifting yet organised and focused, making it the perfect place for young artists to create, connect and grow.

This School Holidays, Wave Art is running a fun and flexible holiday art programme, featuring daily themed sessions in painting, mixed media, fabric art, and 3D creations. Kids might paint their pet, design their own garden pot, or create something unique! Each session includes step-by-step guidance and is adapted for different ages and skill levels — whether your child is 5 or 15, or you’re joining in for Family Fun. All materials are included (BYO shirt for T-Shirt Tuesday), with free lunch supervision for full-day bookings and optional early drop-off and late pick-up available.

• When: Summer School Holidays
• Times: Morning, 9:30 am – 12:30 pm | Afternoon, 1:30 – 4:30 pm | Both sessions include free lunch supervision.
• Special Offers: Book 5 sessions, pay for 4 (per child) | Sibling discounts available
• Suited for: Children aged 5+
• Cost: $80 per session | $40 for one adult joining for Family Fun
• Website: waveart.com.au/kids
• Email: [email protected]

Public Speaking

Speaking Schools Australasia (Wahroonga & North Sydney)

Speaking Schools Australasia

Are you looking for a workshop to help your child find their voice? Speaking Schools runs various fun and educational holiday programs to help students of all backgrounds build their confidence and speaking skills in a supportive environment.

With small classes – no more than nine students per coach – plenty of practice and personal feedback, Speaking Schools Australasia will help every student bring their words to life.

• When: 17 & 18 December | 12 – 30 January
• Time: 9am to 3:15pm (additional supervision available to 5pm)
• Where: North Sydney, Wahroonga
• Suited for: Kindy – Year 10
• Cost: From $230. Creative Kids Vouchers are accepted
• Website: speakingschools.com.au
• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: 0485 931 163

Performing Arts Workshops

Big Music School & Studios (Crows Nest)

North Shore Mums Offer: 10% discount for North Shore Mums, book online and enter code NSM10 at checkout. 

Big Music Crows Nest

Big Music runs fun music programs for kids, catering to all musical experiences and ability levels. These programs are perfect for younger kids to start or continue their musical journey. Depending on your child’s age and musical experience, they offer three different holiday camp programs.

Option 1: THE ULTIMATE ROCK EXPERIENCE (Ages 5-12) – The perfect way for younger kids to start their musical journey, the URE program offers a fun and supportive environment where they can explore a range of contemporary instruments, including guitar, bass, drums, vocals, and piano/keyboard.

Option 2: JUNIOR ROCKERS (Ages 8+) – Junior Rockers is for aspiring rock stars who have been playing for at least a year, introducing them to playing in a rock band and rehearsing with new friends and expert coaches for an incredible live performance at the end of the week.

Option 3: HOLIDAY ROCK SHOW (Ages 12+) – Rock Shows is a unique experience for musicians ready to rock! Working with inspiring professional musicians, they’ll join a fully-fledged rock band and prepare a setlist of songs for an epic live performance on the final day.

• When:
  • DECEMBER: Week 1: Dec 8 – 12 (5-day program) | Week 2: Dec 15 – 5 (5-day program) | Week 3: Dec 22 – 24 (3-day program – NOTE: No final concert on 24/12)
  • JANUARY: Week 1: Jan 5 – 9 (5-day program) | Week 2: Dec 12 – 16 (5-day program) | Week 3: Jan 19 – 23 (5-day program) | Week 4: Jan 27 – 30 (4-day program)
• Time: 9am – 3pm | Extended hours $25/hour (8.30am – 5pm)
• Where: Big Music, Level 1, 85 Alexander Street, Crows Nest
• Suited for: 5-17 years
• Cost: 5-Day Camp: $650 | 4-Day Camp: $560  | 3-Day Camp: $450 | 10% discount for North Shore Mums, book online and enter code NSM10 at checkout.
• Website: bigmusic.com.au
• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: (02) 8622 6550

Bop till you Drop – K-pop Workshop (Mosman, Gladesville)

Is your child ready to shine like a K-pop star? Join the Bop till you Drop Performing Arts School Holiday Program, now with an exciting K-pop twist!

Across two fun-filled days, your superstar-in-the-making will sing, dance, and perform to the hottest K-pop hits while building confidence, creativity, and new friendships. Alongside their high-energy K-Pop sessions, they’ll enjoy a mix of drama, craft, science, and cooking—keeping their minds active and bodies energised!

The grand finale? A K-Pop concert performance for family and friends, where every child gets their moment in the spotlight, plus a special certificate to celebrate their incredible achievements.

Spots fill fast, so don’t miss out on this unforgettable, confidence-boosting holiday experience your child will be talking about all summer!

• Christmas One Day Workshop: Gladesville Mon 22 Dec | Bondi Beach Tues 23 Dec
• When & Where: Wed 14 & Thurs 15 Jan @ Mosman | Mon 19 & Tues 20 @ Castle Hill | Wed 21 & Thurs 22 Jan @ Gladesville & Bondi
• Time: 9am-3.30pm (FREE extended care: 8am-5pm)
• Suited for: 5-12 years (Primary School)
• Cost: $104/day or 10% off $93.60 if booked by Thursday, 27 November. Active Kids & Creative Kids vouchers accepted.
• Booking: Book Mosman | Book Gladesville
• Website: www.boptillyoudrop.com.au
• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: 1300 130 313

Jim Jam Music ‘K-Pop Demon Hunters’ Jam Camp

North Shore Mums offer: Early Bird $270 for 3 days (available until 18 December)

Jim Jam Music invites young creatives to dive into three energising days of K-POP-inspired fun these January school holidays. Designed for children aged 5–12, the program blends singing, dancing, drama and art, all building towards a lively mini-show on Friday afternoon.

From crafting sets to stepping into the spotlight, kids are fully immersed in the vibrant world of the Huntrix. Jim Jam’s popular Jam Camps fill each year quickly and often become the shining memory of the summer break for many budding performers.

• When: 14- 16 January (Wednesday – Friday) | 8.30am-5pm daily (finishes 4pm on Friday)
• Where: Mount Colah
• Suited for: 5-12 years
• Cost: Early Bird (until 18 Dec): $270 | Normal: $299
• Website: jimjammusic.com.au
• Email: [email protected]
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Marian Street Theatre for Young People (Killara & Hornsby)

North Shore Mums offer: Enjoy a 10% sibling discount

Keep the kids entertained these school holidays with Marian Street Theatre for Young People’s Christmas and Summer Drama Workshops in Killara and Hornsby.

These action-packed workshops offer the perfect blend of creative fun and skill development. Your child will work on performance techniques, build confidence and develop teamwork skills alongside other young performers – all while having a fantastic time. Each workshop culminates in a special showcase performance for family and friends, giving kids a chance to shine on stage.

Choose from several options to suit your family’s schedule!

• When & Where: Christmas Drama Day: Killara 22 Dec & Hornsby 23 Dec | 12-16 Jan | 19-23 Jan | Teen Shakespeare Residency: 12-16 Jan, Killara
• Suited for: Primary and High School Students
• Cost: $100 – $565
• Website: mstyp.org.au
• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: (02) 9880 2356

NIDA Open Young Actors Lab (Kensington)

NIDA Open Young Actors Lab

Got a budding actor ready to burst onto the scene? The NIDA Open Young Actors Lab for the Stage and Screen is an immersive practical training program for actors aged 15-18 years who are dedicated to their craft.

This two-week program provides a collaborative and inspiring environment where emerging performers can refine their skills, boost their confidence, and connect with like-minded peers.

• When: Monday 12 – Friday 23 January 2026
• Where: NIDA, Kensington
• Suited for: 15 – 18 years
• Cost: $1,540
• Website: www.open.nida.edu.au
• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: 1300 450 417
• Creative Kids vouchers accepted

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Want your school holiday event featured in this guide? Get in touch, and we’ll share the details!