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School holidays is almost here, in fact for a few, it has already begun. We share our top 32 inclusive school holiday ideas for the whole family.
Check out our top picks for inclusive and accessible school holiday and boredom busters.
Online
1. AU to Know Mentoring
An online technology mentoring service for those who find accessing mainstream services challenging including autism, social anxiety and a wide range of other conditions including mobility and sensory impairments. Au To Know provides technical instruction and skill building in areas relating to a wide range of digital technologies.
Location – Classes held via zoom.
Join on of the information sessions to learn more. All ages Kids to adults,
2. Konfident Kidz
Our social skills classes online for Autistic children do not approach teaching non-autistic social skills as the gold standard. Instead, we give children and young people opportunities to explore their own communication, make new friends and learn how to advocate for themselves and to interpret non-autistic language and culture.
Location – Online
Dates – January classes enrolling now. NDIS receipt available
VIC & NSW
3. We Rock the Spectrum sensory gym
Why not book a private session at We Rock the Spectrum Sensory gym or join one of their open play sessions? We Rock the Spectrum is committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and fun environment to foster learning, exploration and safe sensory experiences. They are also a hub for fully inclusive classes, therapy groups and parent/carer activities, to support families with children of all abilities. NDIS provider.
Locations: Sydney West, Wollongong , Geelong, Preston, Moorabbin.
4. Bike Skills
Join a fun 3hr intensive sessions are designed for children aged between 5 years old to early teens who can already ride their bike independently.
The class covers:
–Safety on Road and Paths.
-Respecting other road users
-Skills practice to improve confidence
-Group riding.
-How to care for your bike.
Location – Mordialloc Victoria
5. Social Structures Allied Health
Managing emotions, identifying emotions & putting it all together holiday workshop. Learn how to identify emotions and mange them. NDIS receipt available
Location – 5 Sargood Street Altona Vic
Date- 10th Jan – 31st Jan
Time – 11.15am – 12.30pm
6. All Dai all abilities
Our community based social programs support you to work towards your goals. The aim for All-Dai All Abilities is to increase each participants level of independence, our holiday programs are structured to work on each individual needs and can adjust accordingly. NDIS receipt available
Location – Rowville, Victoria
Date – 3rd-28th January
Time: – 9:30am – 3:00pm
7. Wonder Kidz
Wonder Kidz holiday programs are a great option for busy families. These programs are often half-day or full-day programs, giving flexibility to busy parents.
Our programs are full of endless options as dance, painting, science experiments, sensory activities, excursions, and a lot of incursions– the list is endless!
Location – Bellairs Ave, Seddon VIC 3011
Dates – Varies based on activity.
QLD & NSW
8. iFLY Allabilities Gold Coast & Sydney
iFly are proud to empower people to soar beyond their own expectations with their allabilities indoor skydiving programs. To make this possible for each and every single person in the world, they invite people of All Abilities to come fly. Anyone who comes to fly at iFLY and expresses a desire for assistance will be helped by specially trained flight instructors and will be afforded proper accommodations based on specific challenges.
Locations – Gold Coast, Sydney
9. 2 Bent Rods
Fish Wise™ Today the kids from Paradise Kids Club are participating in a Fish Wise Excursion. They will be having fun catching yabbies, helping to drag a bait net, identifying the catch and fishing for the afternoon. Kids will learn about different species, creatures and the rules and regulations around them. Classes are very hands on. Check out the 2 Bent Rods website for more holiday programs.
Location – Paradise Qld
Date– 22nd December
Time – 9:30 am – 2:30 pm
10. Social Studio
Our in Studio Group for 7 – 11 years will get to take part in everything from art and craft to science experiments to table tennis and we might even finish off with Mario Kart or Just Dance! We’ll have something for everyone!
Location – Level 1, The Sports Hub, 26 Main Drive, Bokarina, 4575 QLD
Age: Junior 7 – 11 years
Time: Monday – Friday 9am – 12pm (also scheduled for 29th, 30th, 31st Dec)
11. Sea Museum
Their Sensory-Friendly Sundays exhibitions and activity areas are open extra early and modified for a quieter experience to suit those with a variety of sensory differences. Whether you’re a family on an adventure, a local looking for something new or a visitor to Sydney, drop in and visit us and experience our world of ocean stories.
Location – Sydney Harbour NSW
Dates – 12th Dece2ber – 13th February
12. NSW Rail Museum
For all budding train enthusiasts, visit the historic Thirmere station and the rail museum. Whether it’s the stunning Governor General’s Carriage or the Rail Pay Bus – used for transporting employees’ wages all over the state’s rail system, we have something interesting to see at every corner.
Location – Thirlmere Station NSW
Dates – From 4 December — the Museum will be open 7 days a week (Mon – Fri 10.00am – 4.00pm / Sat & Sun 9.00am – 5.00pm) and closed 23 – 26 December. Heritage train rides will operate on 4 – 5 and 11 – 12 December only.
From 1 January — the Museum will be open 7 days a week (Mon – Fri 10.00am – 4.00pm / Sat & Sun 9.00am – 5.00pm). Heritage train rides will operate everyday from 1 – 26 January.
13. Autism Qld
The Autism Queensland Vacation Care Program operates at the Sunnybank Hills and Brighton campuses for children on the spectrum aged 5-16 years. We aim to provide activities that are suitable for a range of interests and levels of ability. Children are supported to enable them to participate and enjoy the activities.
This program is delivered during December/January school holidays. Please register your interest
Locations – Sunnybank Hills & Brighton Qld
Ages – 5 -16 years
14. Camp Cooby
The SENIOR AUTISM & SOCIAL CONNECTIONS CAMP is part of the ‘Mindware Psychology Adventure Program (MAP) – Helping children find their compass of life’ and is designed for junior campers (12 – 16 years) that may present with higher needs.
Location – Toowoomba Qld
Ages – 12 – 16
15. ChessMates
Keep the kids busy these holidays with our fun holiday chess program. They’ll have fun playing giant chess, learning new strategies, and then practice their new skills in our afternoon mini tournament. Suitable for Preps – Grade 6. NDIS provider
Location – 82 Stephens rd, South Brisbane Qld
Ages – 5 to 12
16. Kidsspot Adventure Connect
Connect with peers in nature to solve problems, gather resources and come together to create something for all to share. Run by a Speech Pathologists and an Occupational Therapist who will support regulation.
Location – Cooper Park, Bondi Junction NSW
Date – January 25, 2022 at 10:00am
17. Aussie Kids Adventure Camps
The holiday camp programs are an amazing opportunity for your child to get off their device, spend time making new friends and creating spectacular childhood memories.
Locations – 17 January – 21 January 2022 Tour camp -Mid North Coast Hinterland
10 January – 14 January 202 Farm Stay Adventure – Mid North Coast
18. Art Play Project
Art Play Project offers general support services to assist in the daily lives of NDIS participants, both children, and adults. They can tailor this support to small groups and one-on-one support. Art Play Project has a wide range of fun and creative activities that cater to individual needs of all ages.
Location – Rozelle NSW
19. Travengers AU
Holiday getaways and social groups for Autistic youth and adults 17 years + Check out their website for more details!
Location – NSW
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Western Australia
20. All Stars for Autism
Play lots of fun games and learn some cool sports tricks! Open to all skill levels. All Stars for Autism has a family centred approach to all our programs. Parents are asked to stay for the duration of the session to support their kids and to meet other awesome families. Siblings are welcome and encouraged to attend (please purchase a ticket for them also!)
Location – Joondalup Family Centre, 25 Jolstra Crescent Joondalup WA
Date – Friday 21st January 2022
Time – 10:00am- 12:00pm
Active Yoga and Mindfulness with All Stars Yogi, Lan Hogan. Fruit morning tea included. Open to all skill levels. All Stars for Autism has a family centred approach to all our programs. Parents are asked to stay for the duration of the session to support their kids and to meet other awesome families.
Location – Joondalup Family Centre, 25 Jolstra Crescent Joondalup WA
Date: Friday 28th January 2022
Time: 10:00am- 12:00pm
22. Tween Animation
Have you wanted to make your own animated gifs? or have something fun to do during the holidays that doesn’t annoy your folks? This beginner’s animation holiday casual class by tween animation should be ideal for you!
Location – Cirque Community Space, 63 Kishorn Road, Mount Pleasant WA, Australia
Date – December 21st
Time – 4:00 PM – 5:45 PM
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Tasmania
23. The Parkside Foundation
Fun and creative activities for young people during holiday periods. A chance to mix with their peers and renew, maintain or develop new friendships. The energy and fun that goes into the activities offered is reflected in the building of confidence and self esteem.
Location – 11 Tullah Road Mornington, Tasmania 7018
24. Bricks 4 Kidz
BRICKS 4 KIDZ® models and lots of creative free-play building, kids always have fun at our LEGO® workshops! Our school holiday workshops are designed for kids aged 5 – 12 and all staff are trained, screened BRICKS 4 KIDZ® instructors.
Location – Ogilvie High School, New Town
Dates – Monday 10th January, Tuesday 11th January, Wednesday 12th January
25. Mosaic Support Services
Social Safari provides adult clients with the opportunity to socialise, dine out, and enjoy great company through accessing the community and local events! Click above to find out what’s on offer for this month!
Location – 99 Bathurst St Hobart TAS 7000
Dates – Fri, 7 Jan 20225:00 pm Sat, 29 Jan 20226:00 pm
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ACT
26. Communities@work
Summer School Holiday Programs (2021-22) are now open for bookings. Communities@Work offers School Holiday Programs throughout the year during all ACT School Holidays. Our programs focus on fun and delivering a new adventure every day for your child.
Locations – Across the ACT
Dates – Tuesday 4th January 2022 to Friday 28 January 2022.
27. Canberra Potters
Enter the world of your imagination and book into this special children’s holiday class to learn about making mythical creatures. Dragons, unicorns, fairies and flying horses – let your creativity loose and absorb yourself in learning the hand building skills to sculpt your chosen creature and bring it to life with underglaze colours. Parents can purchase a ticket and attend with their children.
Location – Canberra
Dates – 17th January 2022
Ages – 7 to 15 years of age
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Northern Territory
28. The Megafauna Central
The Megafauna Central Indigital AR app brings eight-million year old Central Australian Megafauna fossils to life for a unique user experience. The Megafauna Central Indigital AR app, developed by Indigital enables users to journey back in time to hang out with Plaisiodon, a large marsupial herbivore, or roam around Todd Street Mall with Dromaius arleyekweke, the dwarf emu. Embark on this immersive experience across ten different Alice Springs sites:
Location – 21 Todd Street Mall, Alice Springs NT 0871
What you will need – Walking shoes and a mobile phone.
29. Carols by the Sea
Join City of Darwin Aldermen for a magical night on the Nightcliff foreshore whilst singing along to your favourite carols. The Arafura Wind Ensemble and special guests will bring the spirit of Christmas for an evening of Christmas carols. Bring the family, a picnic rug and your best singing voice for this local community event. Don’t forget to register
Location – Nightcliffe Pools Northern Territory
Date – 23rd December 2021
30. Spectrum Space
The Telethon Holiday Makers Program (THMP) is a program for kids and teens run by Spectrum Space during the school holidays. The program will run a range of activities based on interest that our participants have identified, as well as fun excursions. This creates a natural social environment where participants have the opportunity to meet like-minded peers and have some new fun experiences along the way!
The THMP is run by qualified professionals with autism experience.
Location – Freemantle, Rockingham, Marangaroo WA
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South Australia
31. Autism SA
School holiday programs at Autism SA are where participants are supported to engage in activities that can help with the development of life skills, social and communication skills and friendships. A variety of different programs are delivered each school holidays.
Location – Varies based on activity.
32. Benevolent Society
For parents and children needing a break during school holidays, The Benevolent Society runs a highly-popular School Holiday Program.
The program offers a range of fun, interactive play opportunities designed for children of all ages to be happy, active and engaged, allowing parents to continue working or enjoy some well-deserved downtime.
Location – Varies based on activity
You can search the full range of National supports here.