Schools

Where education is an adventure

One of our specialties is outdoor education; we offer a wide range of adventure activities to maximize the learning outcomes for each participant.

You can choose one of our tailored programs or you can design your own.  Our professional program team can help you design the ideal program for your school camp – simply inform us of the specific aims you want to achieve and we will help you develop a program that meets those needs.

Alternatively - if you choose one of our tailored programs, the hassle is taken away.  We run school programs every day and know what works best, so we have designed specific programmes that maximise the learning outcomes for each student.

Our specialty programs include:

Peer Support Journey

This exciting and highly interactive program provides an environment where students are able to build healthy peer relationships through a journey of  self discovery.

Peer Support Leadership

This hands on program is designed to strengthen and develop the leadership qualities of your Peer Support Leaders and equip them with the skills and resources necessary to be positive role models in the lives of  your younger students.

Environmental Journey

This educational adventure covers areas of the Science and PDHPE primary school syllabus. Delivering these curriculum outcomes in such a fun and interactive learning environment will be extremely valuable for your staff and students as they become immersed in the beautiful Australian bush.

Crossroads

The Crossroads course aims to help prepare senior students to lead and contribute to healthy lifestyles and promote social justice in a camping environment. This course focuses on developing the students ability at ‘Working at Relationships’ and increasing awareness on ‘Drug Issues’.

Band Camps

Let the kids discover their unique musical talent on a camp at Vision Valley.  See their faces light up as they take to the stage and hear them perform the piece they have been practicing with such dedication.  Vision Valley offers a beautiful, natural environment in which students can play as an individual and as part of a group.  There are many areas for small group practice, a raised stage with lights, and lots of space to be noisy.

View Vision Valley sample programs.

 Testimonials

“I can’t thank you enough for a wonderful camp.  The girls and teachers all had a fantastic time and your hard work and professionalism was very much appreciated.  I think the highlight was your trivia – talent show, you had the girls in your palm!  Please also thank Kelly and Amy as they are also exceptional and talented and Vision Valley are very lucky to have such a team.  Margot was a delight and kind and generous person - please pass on my gratitude to her as well.

Please go ahead and book us in for the same week next year.  Also please thank the kitchen and staff – their service was much faster this year and the food as always very good.  And finally, I believe your continue effort to build fantastic activities puts Vision Valley as the foremost outdoor adventure centre in Sydney.  Congratulations and thank you very much”.

Caroline O'Sullivan, Teacher, Monte Sant' Angelo Mercy College, 2012

 

“I would like in particular to pass on my appreciation to the evening host for his support, as well as the kitchen staff who were always so pleasant and whose food was great!  The general support, cleanliness, atmosphere, location, food, and accommodation were all fantastic.  The communication was A1 from the bookings and guest relations staff who were very patient, clear and helpful.  Thank you”.

Mark Gerhard, Leader Mission and Well-Being, Southern Cross Catholic Vocational College, 2011

 

"The students from our inner city performing arts school are always prepared to step up and accept challenges and put themselves in the spotlight whenever an opportunity presents itself.  However, when placed on a small platform 10 metres above the ground, or asked to step off the plank and hurl themselves through thin air over a valley floor far below, that’s another matter!  At Vision Valley, the range of activities provided by the enthusiastic and friendly staff ensures that students of all ages come away having learned so much more about themselves and what their capabilities are.  The picturesque bush land setting, comfortable lodgings and the tasty, plentiful meals provides an escape from the realities of school pressures and academic expectations for the time spent at the camp.  Our kids always remember their time at Vision Valley as an enjoyable and important part of their school journey"!

Nicki Wilkinson, Head Teacher Welfare, Newtown High School of the Performing Arts, 2011

 

“Last weekend we held our annual Band Camp at Vision Valley with Matthew Pearce Public School.  I am writing to thank you and all the team at Vision Valley for your help and care over the weekend.  The staff were courteous and friendly, the food was fresh and tasty, and everyone had a great time.  Please pass on our thanks, and we will see you again next year!”

Jenelle Pittana, Band Coordinator, Matthew Pearce Public School, 2010

 

“Thank you once again for providing such a fantastic venue and service.  We had a great time at camp with many of the children saying it was the best yet.  Could you please pass on a big thank you to everyone on staff for all the little things they did to make our stay so much fun.  Could we please tentatively book the same two days for next year?  Thanks again, Pearl.”

Pearl Sachinwalla, Band Coordinator, Hornsby Heights Primary School, 2010

 

“I would like to compliment all of your employees for the excellent service you all provided on our recent Mother and Daughter Camp.  The staff were very professional and attended to our needs very promptly.  On many occasions I used the courtesy phone to make changes or simply to set up activities.  The staff were so reliable and helpful each time.  Our Mother and Daughter Camp was a great success.  The venue was so pleasant, well kept and organised.  The staff at each activity showed so much patience and remained professional at all times.  Thank you to Johanna for taking our numerous enquires from the beginning to the end.  Our timetable ran very smoothly and the children and their mothers enjoyed the activities.  Thank you for your commitment to others and we look forwarding to meeting with you all in the future”.

Wilma Vella, parent organiser, Montgrove College, 2010