Secondary school camps

This is a fascinating experience that combines educational value and adventure activities together. Students can challenge themselves in a learning environment like no other! Outdoor learning provides students with a unique chance to discover thrilling new experiences and connect with the natural world.

Secondary school camps enable students to explore unique places, build interactions with their peers and further develop a broad range of skills. With so many opportunities to uncover, your group will leave PGL with a renewed sense of enthusiasm and skills!

We tailor our high school camps to meet the learning objectives that you desire. We’ll work closely alongside you to ensure your educational goals align with the chosen subject focuses. We aim to provide fun, captivating experiences for children, whilst ensuring the learning outcomes of teachers are fulfilled too. We’ve been creating life-enriching camp experiences for a long time, so we know exactly how to develop a program that is going to work for you and your students.

We have two programs forming part of our exclusive R.E.A.C.H Framework which pertain to High school students. These are our UNITE! Program (perfect for Year 7-9) and our MASTER! Program (for senior students).

We have decades of experience in planning and delivering high-quality educational camps for children of all ages. Our secondary school camp programs are jam-packed full of exhilarating activities, designed to inspire students as they prepare for the next stage in their development. We promote teamwork, communication, physical activity, and most importantly, fun! We’re confident in our ability to design educational value that engages students in learning. Discover more in our blog post on how to engage your students in learning.

With PGL, there are no hidden costs. All activities, equipment, food and accommodation are included in the cost of the camp. You’ll even benefit from a dedicated PGL Group Leader who will support you and your group for your entire stay, and ensure you have everything you need.

Skilled, trained instructors deliver a selection of thrilling adventure sessions, guiding secondary school students through challenges and opportunities to maximise their experiences. All necessary equipment for activity sessions is provided, and we even offer staffed Evening Activities, allowing students to fully immerse themselves in the fun while we handle the logistics.

For a nominal extra charge, schools can opt for Morning and Afternoon tea, as well as Supper, enhancing the overall experience. Bedding, including a pillow and doona, can be supplied for an additional fee, with a fitted bed sheet automatically included.

While coach transport is not inherently part of the package, we’re more than happy to assist in organising it to meet your specific requirements. Simply reach out to us, and we’ll ensure a smooth and convenient journey for your secondary school’s adventure.

The process for booking a secondary school camp 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. Our sales staff are very friendly and knowledgeable and will be able to help you out with any questions that you may have.

Check out our Booking Terms & Conditions.

PGL have many years of experience in running camps and we have this down to a fine art. We work together with teachers/group leaders to ensure that you (and we) have all of the information that we need to provide an outstanding school adventure camp experience. We rely on teachers/group leaders to provide the information requested promptly. Here is a guideline to our timeframes:

The accommodation at each of our secondary school camp locations is slightly different, but students are all housed in comfortable, multi-share rooms, either with ensuite facilities or with toilet and shower facilities nearby. 

A fitted bed sheet is provided, but parents will need to be informed of some provisions they will need to ensure they pack for their children, including pillows, sleeping bags and towels. Bedding can be arranged for an additional fee. Teachers are generally accommodated in single, twin or triple rooms with ensuite accommodation, and bedding and towels are provided for teachers. Please see the individual camp pages below for accommodation details specific to the camp where you’ll be staying. 

Our dedicated blog post on secondary school camp accommodation offers lots more detail.

At each of our three high school camp locations, we have over 20 different activities, all designed to motivate, build confidence and develop resilience. We have water, air and land-based activities, offering a wide range of amazing thrills and spills, packed full of excitement! Our specialised Activity Programers will put together a program of adventure camp activities for students based on the age and abilities of the participants, and the individual learning outcomes identified by the school or group.

Each of our PGL centres offers a range of exhilarating secondary school camp activities which include:

• Archery
• Canoeing
• Giant Swing
• Raft Building
• And many more…

Our three PGL camps for secondary schools offer a range of brilliant facilities and accommodations that make your visit a bit more special. Check out the individual camp pages for more information.

PGL Campaspe Downs, PGL Camp Rumbug and PGL Kindilan.

We want to inspire children to a healthier lifestyle that includes a tasty, balanced diet. 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!

Morning and afternoon tea are available at each of the camps for a small supplement. Please speak with our Customer Relations team when you book! If anyone in your camp is celebrating a birthday during their time on camp, please let us know, and we can make special arrangements to help them celebrate in style!

We prioritise the safety and wellbeing of every single individual who attends one of our secondary school camps. Each one of our activity offerings is carefully planned and led by trained instructors who adhere to strict safety guidelines. We also carry out regular checks on all equipment to ensure the highest standards of safety are maintained. 

Your dedicated ‘groupie’ will also advise you on any safety aspects throughout your secondary school trips. We allow teachers and group leaders to continue to have responsibility for student behaviour and welfare. You can find all risk assessments and activity descriptions available in our resources section. 

Our staff are trained in child safeguarding practices – view our child safeguarding policy to find out more.

Your program doesn’t stop after the daytime activities! After your action-packed day, we run a tailored evening entertainment program led by our own PGL staff which is guaranteed to keep you and your group busy and happy until bedtime!

PGL Australia has been successfully operating outdoor school camps in Australia since 2014 and complies with all relevant licencing requirements for the sector.

PGL undertakes Essential Safety Measures compliance annually, which ensures that our camps are well-maintained and safe. This includes compliance with air handling systems, exit doors, emergency lighting, emergency power supply, fire detection and control instruments and sprinkler systems.

Regarding activity standards in Australia, there is no mandatory qualification for activity providers. PGL has voluntarily submitted to the Australian Adventure Activity Standard (AAAS) and has been assessed as meeting all requirements. As this is not a mandatory accreditation, we believe that this puts PGL in a favourable position to competitors who have not been independently assessed for activity safety.

Additionally, PGL is accredited by the Quality Tourism Framework (QTF) through the Australian Tourism Industry Council, signifying that we deliver a quality tourism experience. PGL is also accredited as a Camp and Adventure business under the same framework.

PGL is a member of the Australian Camps Association, a national peak body for camps and associated providers.

PGL staff will lead groups and instruct secondary school students on outdoor activity sessions, teachers/group leaders continue to have responsibility for student behaviour and welfare.

PGL holds and will provide certificates of currency of insurance each year, including public liability insurance to $30,000,000 cover.

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