Camps for Schools

We offer school camps for both primary and secondary school children. Our tailored itineraries are designed to provide fun and excitement for children combined with maximising educational value. Programs are specifically designed to meet the desired educational outcomes highlighted by school teaching staff.

We aim to educate and inspire every pupil who attends one of our camp programs. Booking a school camp with PGL means your pupils can enhance skills such as: 

• Develop independence and increase resilience 
• Gain wider world perspectives and appreciation for new learning experiences
• Explore natural surroundings and learn about the impact 
• Master new skills and build new relationships with their peers
• And so many more…

Refer to our R.E.A.C.H Framework for specific student outcomes and benefits.

Booking school camp adventures with PGL means you get everything in with the cost. We don’t do hidden fees, all your amazing activities, use of equipment, food during your stay and accommodation costs are included.

You’ll also have a dedicated group leader to guide you through your school camp, offering advice and help whenever you need it.

For a small additional fee, you have the option of adding Morning and Afternoon tea as well as Supper to your booking. We can also provide bedding (fitted sheet, pillow, doona) for an additional fee if required.

Coach transport is not automatically included in the price, but we would be more than happy to help you arrange this – just contact us with your requirements.

Our core aim is to ensure every pupil who attends leaves feeling inspired and enthusiastic about learning. We simply love welcoming school groups all year round who are eager to learn, so we can help uplift your pupils to achieve their ambitions with physical activities to motivate students. 

Each activity session is led by a dedicated PGL instructor who is professionally trained to coordinate and lead pupils during their tasks. This provides the highest levels of safety possible and takes the pressure off teachers during these hours. It also allows schools an opportunity to invite parent helpers to attend camp in the place of teachers. Check our blog post on the VGSA 2022 agreement for more information on how PGL can help your school.

All of our camps for schools are bespoke to the learning objectives you wish to meet during your stay.  Your Customer Relations Consultant will discuss your desired learning outcomes with you before your camp so that we can ensure we provide a program to meet these objectives. 

Our R.E.A.C.H Framework is a great place to start when looking at learning outcomes for primary and secondary school students, as these programs have been specially designed to meet the learning requirements at each developmental stage.

Each of our three campsites caters perfectly for school groups, with slight variations across each venue. All students are housed in comfortable, multi-share rooms, either with ensuite facilities or with toilet and shower facilities nearby. Students should bring a fitted sheet, sleeping bag and pillow.

Teachers are generally accommodated in single, twin or triple rooms with ensuite accommodation, with bedding provided. 

Whichever camp you stay at, we ensure that you and your school camp group will be comfortable.

See the individual camp pages below for more information on their specific accommodation.

PGL Campaspe Downs, PGL Camp Rumbug and PGL Kindilan.

We have three school camps in Victoria, with two situated in Victoria and one in Queensland. PGL Kindilan is just 40 minutes from Brisbane. Located in a stunning  220-acre bushland site in Redland Bay, your pupils will simply love learning new skills in these unique surroundings. 

Our other two camp locations are in Victoria. PGL Camp Rumbug is set in 200 acres of temperate rainforest, with amazing views overlooking the Wilson Promontory National Park. PGL Campaspe Downs is an hour’s drive from Melbourne in the stunning Macedon Ranges, with a distinctive setting around a central lake that offers breathtaking views. 

Contact us today to find out more about making a booking at your preferred camp location.

Across our three different PGL camps, there are variations in the facilities available and the layout of each campsite. What we do guarantee is natural surroundings and beautiful scenery to wow your pupils. Our school camp venues offer safe facilities that leave your group free to enjoy their time at camp without worry. All contain excellent facilities that will enhance the experience for your pupils. See the individual camp pages below for more information on their specific facilities and camp accommodation.

PGL Campaspe Downs, PGL Camp Rumbug and PGL Kindilan

The health and well-being of all children who attend a PGL school camp is of paramount importance to us. We provide three healthy, high-energy meals per day, with plenty of variety, and we always serve generous portions of fruit and vegetables for a balanced meal. A vegetarian alternative can always be provided, and we can accommodate most special diets required on medical or religious grounds but in all cases, we will require full details at the time of booking – just let us know!

Making a school camp booking is simple. You can submit an enquiry via our website, contact us via email at info@pgladventurecamps.com.au or call us on 1300 859 895 for any queries or to book your group in. Our sales staff are very friendly and knowledgeable and will be able to help you out with any questions that you may have.

We leave nothing to chance here at PGL when it comes to the safety of everybody who attends a school camp at our campsites. All our school camp activities are carefully planned and led by trained instructors who adhere to strict safety guidelines. We regularly inspect and maintain our equipment to ensure a secure environment for all participants.

PGL staff will also lead groups and instruct students and pupils on activity sessions, whilst we allow teachers and group leaders to continue to have responsibility for student behaviour and welfare. We also have a list of risk assessments and activity descriptions that you can view here.

Here’s a handy link to our packing guide which will let you know everything that you need for a PGL Adventure Camp!

Soft-sided bags, such as duffle bags, are easier for you to store in your cabin. Please try to limit the weight of your bag to under 15kg.