School holiday programs in Sydney in 2026, including sports camps, coding workshops, arts programs, and outdoor adventures for children of
Family Desk is a contributing writer covering family and public affairs for The Sydney Times.
School holiday programs in Sydney are offered by a range of providers, including councils, schools, private companies, and non-profit organisations. The best programs are those that are suitable for your child's age, interests, and ability. The following guide covers the main types of school holiday programs available in Sydney and how to choose the right program for your child.
Sydney Sports Camps operates a range of sports camps for children aged 5 to 16. The camps are held at schools and sports centres across Sydney and cover a range of sports, including soccer, basketball, cricket, tennis, and swimming. The camps are led by qualified coaches and are suitable for beginners and experienced players. The cost is $80 to $120 per day. The camps run from 9am to 3pm, with before and after care available for an additional fee.
YMCA operates a range of sports camps for children aged 5 to 16. The camps are held at YMCA centres across Sydney and cover a range of sports, including soccer, basketball, cricket, tennis, and swimming. The camps are led by qualified coaches and are suitable for beginners and experienced players. The cost is $70 to $110 per day. The camps run from 8am to 6pm, with before and after care included.
Kids Sports Camps operates a range of sports camps for children aged 5 to 12. The camps are held at schools and sports centres across Sydney and cover a range of sports, including soccer, basketball, cricket, and tennis. The camps are led by qualified coaches and are suitable for beginners and experienced players. The cost is $60 to $100 per day. The camps run from 9am to 3pm, with before and after care available for an additional fee.
Code Camp operates a range of coding camps for children aged 5 to 13. The camps are held at schools and community centres across Sydney and teach children to code using Scratch, Minecraft, and Python. The camps are led by experienced instructors and are suitable for beginners and experienced coders. The cost is $80 to $120 per day. The camps run from 9am to 3pm, with before and after care available for an additional fee.
STEM Learning operates a range of STEM camps for children aged 5 to 12. The camps are held at schools and community centres across Sydney and cover a range of topics, including robotics, electronics, and 3D printing. The camps are led by experienced instructors and are suitable for beginners and experienced students. The cost is $70 to $110 per day. The camps run from 9am to 3pm, with before and after care available for an additional fee.
Minecraft Camp operates a range of Minecraft camps for children aged 6 to 13. The camps are held at schools and community centres across Sydney and teach children to build, code, and create in Minecraft. The camps are led by experienced instructors and are suitable for beginners and experienced players. The cost is $80 to $120 per day. The camps run from 9am to 3pm, with before and after care available for an additional fee.
Artbuzz operates a range of art camps for children aged 5 to 12. The camps are held at art studios across Sydney and cover a range of art forms, including painting, drawing, sculpture, and mixed media. The camps are led by experienced art teachers and are suitable for beginners and experienced artists. The cost is $70 to $110 per day. The camps run from 9am to 3pm, with before and after care available for an additional fee.
Drama Camp operates a range of drama camps for children aged 5 to 13. The camps are held at theatres and community centres across Sydney and cover a range of drama forms, including improvisation, script work, and performance. The camps are led by experienced drama teachers and are suitable for beginners and experienced performers. The cost is $80 to $120 per day. The camps run from 9am to 3pm, with before and after care available for an additional fee.
Music Camp operates a range of music camps for children aged 5 to 13. The camps are held at music schools and community centres across Sydney and cover a range of instruments, including piano, guitar, drums, and singing. The camps are led by experienced music teachers and are suitable for beginners and experienced musicians. The cost is $80 to $120 per day. The camps run from 9am to 3pm, with before and after care available for an additional fee.
Outdoor School operates a range of outdoor adventure camps for children aged 7 to 16. The camps are held at campsites across NSW and cover a range of activities, including bushwalking, camping, rock climbing, and canoeing. The camps are led by experienced outdoor educators and are suitable for beginners and experienced adventurers. The cost is $150 to $300 per camp, which includes accommodation, food, and transport. The camps run for three to seven days.
Sydney Olympic Park Outdoor Camp operates a range of outdoor adventure camps for children aged 5 to 12. The camps are held at Sydney Olympic Park and cover a range of activities, including bushwalking, orienteering, and team games. The camps are led by experienced outdoor educators and are suitable for beginners and experienced adventurers. The cost is $80 to $120 per day. The camps run from 9am to 3pm, with before and after care available for an additional fee.
Bicentennial Park Outdoor Camp operates a range of outdoor adventure camps for children aged 5 to 12. The camps are held at Bicentennial Park and cover a range of activities, including bushwalking, orienteering, and team games. The camps are led by experienced outdoor educators and are suitable for beginners and experienced adventurers. The cost is $70 to $110 per day. The camps run from 9am to 3pm, with before and after care available for an additional fee.
Many local councils in Sydney operate free or low-cost holiday programs for children. The programs are usually held at local community centres and include a range of activities, such as craft, sports, and outdoor games. The programs are suitable for children aged 5 to 12 and are usually free or cost $10 to $20 per day. The programs run from 9am to 3pm, with before and after care available for an additional fee.
The following councils operate holiday programs:
City of Sydney operates holiday programs at community centres across the CBD and inner city. The programs include craft, sports, and outdoor games. The programs are free or low-cost.
Inner West Council operates holiday programs at community centres across the inner west. The programs include craft, sports, and outdoor games. The programs are free or low-cost.
Northern Beaches Council operates holiday programs at community centres across the northern beaches. The programs include craft, sports, and outdoor games. The programs are free or low-cost.
City of Parramatta operates holiday programs at community centres across Parramatta. The programs include craft, sports, and outdoor games. The programs are free or low-cost.
When choosing a school holiday program, consider the following:
Age and ability. Choose a program that is suitable for your child's age and ability. Some programs are designed for beginners, while others are designed for experienced children.
Interests. Choose a program that matches your child's interests. If your child loves sports, choose a sports camp. If your child loves coding, choose a coding camp.
Location. Choose a program that is convenient to your home or work. Consider the travel time and the availability of public transport.
Cost. Consider the cost of the program and whether it fits your budget. Some programs are free or low-cost, while others are expensive.
Before and after care. If you work full-time, look for a program that offers before and after care. Before and after care allows you to drop off your child early and pick them up late.
More information about school holiday programs in Sydney is available at your local council website and Kids Out.
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