Summer School Holiday Camps, Workshops & Vacation Care around Sydney

Outdoor Adventure School Holiday Camps

Adventure Camp (Bayview, Balmoral, Northbridge, Greenwich & Balmain)

Adventure Camp (Balmoral, Northbridge, Greenwich & Balmain)

Adventure Camp was born with a simple goal: leaving no kids inside. They provide fun, active and healthy school holiday activities to kids aged 6-11.

Adventure Camp programs are built around challenging outdoor and problem-solving activities. These will teach your kids to appreciate diversification in one another’s personalities and skill sets. They will learn leadership skills and discover how to understand risk, make safe decisions, and (most of all) have fun outdoors.

• When & Where: 
  • Greenwich: 9-11 Dec, 6-8 Jan,
  • Balmoral: 9-11 Dec, 16-18 Dec, 6-8 Jan, 13-15 Jan, 20-22 Jan
  • Northbridge: 9-11 Dec, 16-18 Dec, 6-8 Jan, 13-15 Jan
  • Balmain: 16-18 Dec, 13-15 Jan, 20-22 Jan
  • Bayview: 20-22 Jan
• Time: All camps run from 8am – 5pm, for all three days (not overnight)
• Suited for: 6-11 years
• Cost: $325 per 3-day camp
• Website: adventurecamp.com.au
• Email: [email protected]

Give your child the ultimate Summer holiday on a CRU Camp. There’s something for everyone!

• Activity Camps (Y3-12): Action-packed residential camps with exciting activities: sailing, waterskiing, tubing, paddle boarding, rock climbing, archery, surfing, Christmas craft, music, abseiling, laser tag and more!
• Study Camps (Y12 class of ’25): Students are equipped with effective study skills and an ideal study environment to help them achieve their HSC and IB study goals. (Students may be able to tick off their Duke of Ed Gold Residential Project!)
• CRU Day Camps (K-Y6): Kellyville, Windsor & Terrey Hills. Fun-filled days on camp followed by returning home each night to sleep in the comfort of their own beds.

Campers have the opportunity to explore the Christian faith on all camps.

Eco School Holidays at Coal Loader (Waverton)

Coal Loader

Keep your kids entertained with free, fun, educational workshops at the Coal Loader these school holidays. There are two workshops:

1. Urban Farms, in which kids will hunt for edible treasure and unleash their imagination to build an urban farm with Lego (ages 6–10)
2. Solar Cars, where kids will team up to build their own solar powered car and race it around the site (ages 9–12). Get ready, go!

• When:
  • Urban Farms (ages 6–10): Wednesday 15 January, 10.30am to 11.30am
  • Solar Car Workshop (ages 9–12): Tuesday 21 January, 10.30am to 11.30am
• Where: Waverton
• Suited for: 6 to 12 years
• Cost: Free
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: humanitix.com

Inspire’s School Holiday Fun (North Willougby)

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 is full of fantastic excursions, incursions, and fun activities for primary school children of all ages and provides fantastic value. Inspire’s school holiday program includes an excursion to Raging Waters, Taronga Zoo, the Blue Mountains, Madame Tussauds, skateboarding workshops, thrilling science incursions, a soccer session with the Western Sydney Wanderers, and much more!

Don’t miss out! Spaces are limited – visit Inspire’s website to see the full program and book your spot today!

• When: 6 January – 5 February 2025 | 7:30am – 6:00pm
• Where: Bales Park, North Willoughby
• Suited for: K – Year 6
• Cost: $199 (CCS rebates apply)
• Website: inspireprogram.com.au

Gowrie NSW Vacation Care (North Sydney)

Gowrie NSW Vacation Care (North Sydney)

Balancing work and family during school holidays can be a challenge, but Gowrie NSW’s Vacation Care program is here to help. Their program provides quality and engaging care, ensuring your child enjoys a safe, enriching environment filled with diverse activities.

From hands-on crafts and interactive workshops to exciting outdoor excursions, Gowrie NSW’s Vacation Care has something for everyone. Their dedicated and experienced staff ensure every child is well looked after, making memories and learning new skills. With Gowrie NSW’s Vacation Care, you get peace of mind while your child enjoys a fulfilling and memorable holiday experience. Join them for a holiday packed with fun and discovery!

• When: Weekdays, 8am-6pm
• Where: North Sydney Community, 220 Miller Street, North Sydney
• Suited for: 4-12 years
• Website: gowriensw.com.au
• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: 0418 999 129

Glenaeon Holiday Care (Castlecrag)

North Shore Mums offer: Earlybird special rate $100. Book by 11 Dec 24 (for Dec days) and by 10 Jan 2025 (for Jan days). PLUS, bring a new friend these holidays and receive an extra day for your child FREE!

Glenaeon Holiday Care (Castlecrag)

Join Glenaeon Holiday Care for a fantastic Summer Holiday Care program at Glenaeon Rudolf Steiner School.

A great range of creative and outdoor activities for children aged 5-12 years.

• When: 12-20 December 2024 and 15-30 January 2025
• Where: 121 Edinburgh Road, Castlecrag
• Suited for: 5 to 12 years
• Cost: From $100/day. CCS rebates apply
• Website: glenaeonoosh.com.au

Ku-ring-gai Wildflower Garden (St Ives)

North Shore Mums Offer: Use code ‘NSM10’ to receive $10 off a full-day program

Ku-ring-gai Wildflower Garden (St Ives)

Full-day programs for primary-aged children will include their regular favourites, including Animal Encounters, Survival Skills, Nature Art and Junior Keepers, as well as some summer-only and brand-new themes. There will also be Nature Play for the young ones, Christmas programs, and weekend programs for the entire family.

• When: 9am – 4pm weekdays
• Where: Ku-ring-gai Wildflower Gardens, 420 Mona Vale Road, St Ives
• Suited for: 6 – 12 years
• Cost: $75
• Website: krg.nsw.gov.au
• Phone: (02) 9424 0353, or
• Email: [email protected]

Tennis Camps

Kim Warwick Tennis Academy (Hornsby)

North Shore Mums offer: Enjoy 10% off when you book 5 days or more for a single child! 

Kim Warrick Tennis Academy (Hornsby)

Kim Warwick Tennis Academy is thrilled to bring back its popular Multi-Sports Tennis & Pickleball Holiday Camp! Packed with fun activities, the camp will give kids an action-filled experience exploring various sports, with tennis taking centre stage.

They’re running sessions a few days before Christmas and again in the New Year, so there’s plenty of opportunity to join in. Prepare for an exciting holiday camp that keeps the kids active, entertained, and coming home with big smiles!

• When: 
  • Pre Xmas: 19 Thursday – Friday 20 December
  • Week 1: 13 Monday – 17 Friday January
  • Week 2: 20 Monday – 24 Friday January
  • Week 3: 28 Tuesday – 31 Friday January 
• Where: Kim Warwick Tennis Academy Hornsby
• Suited for: 5-15 years
• Cost: Full Day $67 / Half Day $49. Active Kids Vouchers accepted.
• Website: kwta.com.au
• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: (02) 9477 6377

Inspire Tennis Holiday Programs (Killara & St Ives)

North Shore mums offer: Bring a friend and family/sibling discount available.

Inspire Tennis Holiday Programs (Killara & St Ives)

Inspire Tennis’s school holiday programs are fun and exciting and provide a learning pathway for every child. The Summer school holiday camps are held in two convenient tennis club locations on the North Shore, in Killara and St Ives.

It’s a brilliant way for kids to spend over 20 hours each week improving their tennis skills. Casual bookings are flexible, and there is also before-and-aftercare. The programs are held every week of the holiday period, rain, hail, or shine!

• When: Summer School Holidays
• Time: Full Day 9:30am – 3:00pm | Half Day 9:30am – 12:30pm | Before & After Care 7:30am – 6:00pm
• Where: Killara Lawn Tennis Club
• Suited for: 4-15 years
• Cost: $50 Half Day | $70 Full Day. Discounts apply when booking for a full week and for multiple siblings. Active Kids Vouchers accepted.
• Website: inspiretennis.com.au
• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: (02) 9498 1902

Evolve Tennis (Roseville, Collaroy, Belrose & Avalon)

North Shore Mums offer: Book a sibling/friend in for 50% discount!

Evolve Tennis Academy is bringing you an interactive training clinic offering a soccer and tennis program focused on an enjoyable learning and training experience.

Kids will be trained and educated on their skills, including ball mastery, agility and relays, overload situations, hidden learning games, match play and mini-tournaments.

• When: 19 December 2024 – 5 February 2025
• 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: 4-16 years
• Cost: $200 half days/full week | $275 full days/full week | $55 half day | $75 full day 
• Website: evolvetennisacademy.com.au
• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: 1300 391 552

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Academy of Acrobatics and Gymnastics International (Brookvale)

North Shore Mums offer: Book for 3 days and receive 30% OFF the 3rd day 

Academy of Acrobatics and Gymnastics International (Brookvale)

Join for an exciting gymnastics and acrobatics summer holiday camp, where fun and skill development go hand in hand!

Their experienced coaches will provide personalised instruction to help each gymnast improve their techniques while fostering a positive and supportive environment. Enjoy a variety of activities, including games, gymnastics, acrobatics, art and craft.

Don`t miss out on a chance to create unforgettable memories with friends this summer.

• When:
  • 16 December – 23 December every day including Saturday and Sunday. Half day 9am-1pm Full day 9am-3:30pm
  • 13 January – 31 January Half Day 9am-1pm, Full Day 9am-3:30pm
• Suited for: 4-10 years
• Cost: Half Day $55, Full Day $90. Active and Creative Kids Vouchers accepted
• Website: aagi.com.au/holiday-programs/
• Email: [email protected]

Onyx Gymnastics Holiday Club (Mosman)

North Shore Mums offer: 10% off every 3rd day, 15% off every 4th day and 20% off every 5th day booked at one time. 

Onyx Gymnastics Holiday Club (Mosman)

Onyx Holiday Club is for 4-10-year-olds with or without previous gymnastics experience. Children practice lots of gymnastics and spend extra time perfecting skills they have almost mastered.

They play exciting games linked to the theme of the day, with a focus on teamwork and fun. Onyx Gymnastics has two studios for 4-6 year olds and 7-10 year olds. Plus, children get to do craft projects every day!

• When:
  • 9 Dec – 31 Jan 9am-3:30pm
  • 23 December – Onyx Holiday Workshop – 9am – 1pm.
• Time: 9 am-3.30pm plus extended hours available every day in Jan (8am-5pm). By special request in December.
• Suited for: 4-10 years
• Cost: $70 -$110. Active Kids and Creative Kids Vouchers are accepted.
• Website: onyxgymnastics.com.au
• Email: [email protected]u

Black Belt Martial Arts Hornsby

Swimming Intensive Programs

United Swimming (Top Ryde)

Dive into Summer with United Swimming’s Holiday Intensive Program at Top Ryde!

Swimming is more than just a life-saving skill; it’s a fantastic way for kids to stay active, build confidence, and enjoy the water. School holidays are perfect for relaxation and fun—but they’re also an excellent opportunity to help your children boost their swimming skills!

United Swimming’s School Holiday Intensive Program is the ultimate summertime activity, offering focused lessons to make a splash in your child’s swimming journey.

Conveniently located on Level 3 of Top Ryde Shopping Centre, within Fitness First Top Ryde Platinum, United Swimming Top Ryde is ready to help your kids swim their way to success this January!

• When: Week 1: Monday 13 – Friday 17 January 2025 (5 days) | Week 2: Monday 20 – Friday 24 January 2025 (5 days)
• Time: 9:00-9:45am | 9:45-10:30am | 10:30-11:15am
• Where: Level 3, Top Ryde Shopping Centre Corner of Devlin Street and, Blaxland Road, Ryde (inside Fitness First Top Ryde Platinum)
• Suited for: 3 – 13 years
• Costs: $150 per week
• Website | Facebook | Instagram
• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: 1300 808 111

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 enables kids to retain information and improve their swimming skills, especially at this time of year when they spend so much time in the pool or at the beach.

• When: Monday 9 – Friday 13 December (5 days) | Monday 16 – Friday 20 December (5 days) |  Monday 6 – Friday 10 January (5 days) |  Monday 13 – Friday 24 January (5 days) |  Monday 20 – Friday 24 January (5 days) | Tuesday 28 – Friday 31 January (4 days)
• Lessons are offered between 8am-6pm each day
• Where: Your home pool
• Suited for: 3 – 12 years
• Costs: From $375 (for 5 x 30 minute classes), cost can be split by number of participating kids. $600 (for 5 x 60 minutes classes) offered at a discounted hourly rate
• Website| Facebook | Instagram
• Email: [email protected]
• Phone:0402 002 902

Turramurra Learn to Swim

Turramurra Learn To Swim

Want to see your child make real progress with their swimming in just four or five days? Then book them an intensive four or five-day 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 in the pool, distractions are reduced. Parents have comfortable indoor and outdoor areas, and the pool is indoors and heated to 32.5C.

• When:
  • Week 1: Monday 6 January – Friday 10 January 2025 (5-day course)
  • Week 2: Monday 13 January – Friday 17 January 2025 (5-day course)
  • Week 3: Monday 20 January – Friday 24 January 2025 (5-day course)
  • Week 4: Tuesday 28 January – Friday 31 January 2025 (4-day course – Monday is Australia Day)
  • Saturdays in January: 11, 18, 25 Jan, and 1 Feb 2025
  • Water Baby classes also available on Saturdays in January
• Where: 48 Tennyson Ave, Turramurra
• Suited for: 6 months – 12 years
• Cost: $127.50 (5 days), $102 (4 days)
• Website: turramurralearntoswim.com.au
• Active/Creative Kids vouchers are accepted

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 School & Studios (Crows Nest)

Big Music runs fun music programs for kids, catering to all musical experience 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 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 2024: Week 1 (5-day camp): Mon 9 – Fri 13 Dec | Week 2 (5-day camp): Mon 16 – Fri 20 Dec | Week 3 (2-day camp): Mon 23 – Tues 24 Dec (no final performance for 2 day camp, no after care on 24th Dec)
  • January 2025: Week 1: Mon 6/1 – Fri 10/1 (5 day camp) | Week 2: Mon 13/1 – Fri 17/1 (5 day camp) | Week 3: Mon 20/1 – Fri 24/1 (5 day camp) | Week 4: Tue 28/1 – Fri 31/1 (4 day camp)
• Time: 9am – 3pm | Extended hours $20/hour (8.30am – 5pm)
• Suited for: 5-17 years
• Cost: 5-day camp: $625 | 4-day program: $540 | 2-day camp: $290 (no final performance for 2-day camp)
• Website: bigmusic.com.au
• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: (02) 8622 6550

Kids Up Front Drama Academy (Castle Cove, Pymble & North Sydney)

Kids Up Front Drama Academy

Sing, Act, Dance, and Perform in a show with Kids Up Front Drama Academy! Kids Up Front works with enthusiastic children every school holiday to put on a fabulous Musical Show. Parents/carers drop off children each day into the care of their experienced teachers.

The children rotate around our specialist teachers daily and complete singing, dancing and drama sessions.

The program culminates on the last day with a beautiful musical show for parents and friends to enjoy, which commences at 3pm!

NIDA Open

North Shore Mums offer: Enrol 30 days before course commencement to receive a 10% Earlybird discount. 

NIDA Open

If you’re looking for a creative activity for your children this summer, NIDA Open offers a range of engaging short courses for Grades K-12.

The Summer Program features fun, skills-based training for all ages and aspirations. Choose from NIDAWarts, Mini Pop Stars, Acting for Stage & Screen, Drama School, Musical Theatre Boot Camp, and more.

Designed by experienced program managers, our courses focus on practical skills and collaboration, providing an engaging learning experience for students of all ages. Let your imagination soar this Summer!

• When: 9 December to 31 January
• Suited for: K to Year 12
• Cost: From $288
• Website: open.nida.edu.au
• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: 1300 450 417

Bop till you Drop ‘Glow Dance Party’ Performing Arts Workshop (Mosman, Gladesville)

Join Bop til you Drop for two days of hands-on fun at our GLOW DANCE PARTY School Holiday Program. The children will create glowing crafts, make their very own glow-in-the-dark slime, and whip up some glow-themed treats in their cooking class! Plus, they’ll enjoy dancing, singing, and drama classes that will make their creativity shine.

With 6 x 45-minute structured classes per day, there’s something for everyone. At the end of the workshop, your child will showcase their newfound skills in a fun, confidence-boosting performance! They will also receive a graduation certificate to boost their confidence even more.

WINNER: Best School Holiday Provider (What’s On 4 Kids Awards 2024)

• When:
  • Tues 14 & Wed 15 Jan @ Mosman & Castle Hill
  • Wed 21 & Thurs 22 Jan @ Gladesville & Bondi
• Time: 9am-3.30pm (FREE extended care: 8am-5pm)
• Suited for: 5-12 years
• Cost: $99 per day ($198 for 2-day program). Active Kids & Creative Kids vouchers accepted.
• Website: boptillyoudrop.com.au
• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: 1300 130 313

This themed & structured fun-filled experience will keep your kids entertained and comes with an abundance of bonuses:

Marian Street Theatre for Young People (Killara & Hornsby)

Marian Street Theatre for Young People is offering exceptional drama workshops these school holidays, for kids of all levels of experience:

Christmas Day Drama: Students will spend the day making a play based on a Christmas book plus a performance!
Shakespeare & Superheroes: In these epic workshops, young people will work as a team to develop their acting skills, create a brand new play, and perform it at the end of the week for friends and family!
Teens Shakespeare Residence: In this 5 day intensive, students will work with a professional actor to perform a Shakespeare play.

• When:
  • Christmas Day Drama: 19 Dec: 9:30am – 4pm, Killara & 20 Dec: 9:30am – 4pm, Hornsby
  • Mini Shakespeares: 20 – 24 Jan: 9:30am – 12:30pm, Killara
  • Teen Shakespeare Residency: 20 – 24 Jan: 1:30pm – 5:30pm, Killara
  • Summer Superheroes: 28 & 29 Jan: 9:30am – 4pm, Hornsby & 30 & 31 Jan: 9:30am – 4pm, Killara
• Suited for: Kindergarten – Year 12
• Cost: $100-$595 Creative Kids vouchers accepted.
• Website: mstyp.org.au/drama-holiday-workshops/
• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: (02) 9880 2356

Sydney Dance Company

Sydney Dance Company

Young dancers will have fun, develop their dance skills and be taught by the best in the industry at Sydney Dance Company’s Summer School Holiday Workshops!

From ballet and jazz to contemporary and commercial, there’s a huge range of styles and levels to suit every aspiring performer.

Held at Sydney Dance Company’s waterside studios in Walsh Bay Arts Precinct and the iconic Bondi Pavilion, don’t miss out on the ultimate dance adventure this summer.

• When: 2-29 January
• Location: Walsh Bay & Bondi Pavilion
• Suited for: 5 – 18 years old
• Cost: $35 – $285 per workshop.
• Website: sydneydancecompany.com
• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: (02) 9221 4811

Ku-ring-gai Art Centre Summer School Holidays Program (Roseville)

For a fun, creative and interactive experience these holidays, enrol your child in a morning, afternoon or full-day art workshop. They have workshops in pottery, writing, painting, drawing, printmaking, jewellery creation and more!

As part of their holiday program, they will also be holding a FREE Open Day for Kids and Teens on Monday 13 January. In addition, they have special fun-filled Art Adventure Days on Thursday 16, Tuesday 28 and Wednesday 29 January, where children will have the opportunity to explore a variety of artistic activities.

• When:
  • From 13 January to 30 January inclusive | Half-day 9:30am-12:30pm and 1pm-4pm | Full-day workshops 10am-3pm.
  • Art Adventure Days run from 8:30am-4:30pm on January 16, January 28 and January 29
• Where: Roseville
• Suited for: 5-17 years
• Cost:$70 half day | $140 full day | $150 Art Adventure Day | $220 2-day Workshop
• Website: krg.nsw.gov.au
• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: (02) 9424 0310

STEAM Holiday Camps at TinkerTank (Neutral Bay)

• When: 4 Dec 2024 to 10 Feb 2025
• Where: Willoughby, Lane Cove, Gordon, Wahroonga, North Curl Curl, Collaroy, Mosman, Dee Why, Terrey Hills, Ryde
• Suited for: 6-12 years
• Cost: $64.99 and up. Active and Creative Kids Vouchers accepted.
• Website: www.tinkertank.rocks
• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: 1300 670 104

SpeaksCraft (Chatswood, Epping, Waitara & more)

Looking for a way to engage your kids creatively while learning to #SpeakWithConfidence? Look no further! The Speakscraft program by Talent Club Australia is designed to make communication fun and engaging for kids of all capabilities.

In just one holiday workshop, your child will dive into drama, public speaking, debating, and creative writing. It’s a full-throttle experience that goes beyond just speaking – they’ll learn how all these skills interplay to build holistic communication abilities. With small classes (8 students), plenty of practice, and loads of personal feedback, we ensure every student gets the attention they need to bring their words to life.

• When: December & January holidays
• Where: Chatswood, Waitara, Epping, Parramatta, Stanhope Gardens, The Ponds, Westmead, Burwood
• Suited for: Kindy – Year 10
• Cost: From $195
• Website: talentclubaus.com.au
• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: 0451 507 606

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