More than a holiday. A chance to play, explore, connect and discover what you’re capable of.
Set across seven acres beside the beach in beautiful Portsea, The Portsea Camp has been giving children and young people the chance to have fun, try new things and make memories for 80 years.
Our school holiday camps give kids the chance to step away from screens, try something new, make friends and have fun. From adventure and outdoor activities to creative programs, there’s something for every kind of kid.
Our holiday programs offer day programs, 1-night, 3-night and 5-night options, giving families the flexibility to choose an experience that feels right for their child and their readiness for camp.
Our M.A.D (Making A Difference) programs include Adventure, Journey, Vibes, Creative Arts and Creative Writing. Each offers a different pathway into joy, connection, resilience and confidence.
Adventure Camps are all about fun, friendship, skill-building, active play, teamwork and exploring nature. Kids get to try new things, push past perceived limits and discover what they’re capable of.
Journey is an immersive multi-day adventure, combining hiking, biking, paddling, camping and shared experiences. It gives young people space to slow down, challenge themselves, build trust and discover their capabilities.
Vibes creates space for girls and female-identifying young people to explore wellbeing, self-care, emotional regulation, creative expression, nature play and mindfulness.
Creative Arts gives kids the chance to explore art, music, theatre, photography and hands-on creative activities, building confidence and giving them space to express themselves.
Creative Writing brings young writers together with professional authors and illustrators to explore storytelling, creative voice, identity and self-expression.
Across every program, our experienced team creates a safe, supportive environment grounded in our PACE Model and Youth Capability Framework. We give kids space to explore, grow, discover their capabilities and build meaningful connections.
The impact can be significant. In 2025, parents and carers reported a 61% increase in resilience and a 33% increase in confidence following participation in our programs. And 100% of parents and carers would send their child again!
And while our camps are open to everyone, The Portsea Camp is a charity and we believe cost shouldn’t be the reason a child misses out. We subsidise every camper ourselves, and thanks to the generous support of key supporters, including TLC Healthcare, we’re able to provide fully and part-subsidised places for families who need them.
Because every child deserves the chance to experience camp, make friends, try something new and discover what they’re capable of. Come and see what camp can do for your child.
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