School Holiday Programs in Melbourne: The Best for Winter 2024

School holidays in Melbourne are fast approaching, and the city is brimming with exciting school holiday programs to keep your kids entertained and engaged!

Whether your child is interested in sports, technology, or the arts, there's something for everyone at these fantastic school holiday programs in Melbourne.

Don't let your kids suffer from cabin fever or boredom during the break - sign them up for one of the many exciting programs on offer and watch them thrive! 

Winter School Holiday Programs in Melbourne

1. Code Camp

Perfect for kids who love STEAM, Code Camp is a school holiday favourite, where kids can design, code, and problem-solve by creating games, websites, music, and videos in just 2-3 days! Code Camp has taught over 100,000 kids in Australia the fascinating possibilities of technology and empowered them to create their own unique projects.

Code Camp offers a multitude of school holiday camps to explore with all the favourites returning this season including Minecraft Engineers, Minecraft Minis and Roblox Legends, plus Little Coders: Trolls Edition and Spark and Ignite, inspired by DreamWorks' Trolls! Plus, there are new AI Camps where kids embark on an exciting journey into the world of Artificial Intelligence.

Where:    All areas of Melbourne and surrounds, plus online
When:     1 July 2024 – 12 July 2024 | 9:30 am - 3.30 pm
Cost:       Starting from $129 for online and $275 for in-person camps

2. Playbound Takes Over The School Holidays at Melbourne Museum

Discover a world of creativity and adventure at Melbourne Museum with the new Playbound children’s festival and dive into play-based learning with activities that inspire curiosity, connection and endless fun. 

Designed for children aged 0 – 12 and their families, the Melbourne Museum School Holidays Program includes a bumper schedule of free and affordable activities that explore nature, science, play, and imagination. Highlights include Victoria the T. rex Opening Weekend Dinosaur Party, T. rex Mask Making, NAIDOC Week Family Day and Road to Zero Scavenger Hunt.

Plus, general admission to Melbourne Museum is always FREE for kids 16 and under!

Where:    Melbourne Museum, 11 Nicholson St, Carlton
When:     29 June to 14 July 2024
Cost:       Free to $22

3. YMCA Winter School Holiday Program

The YMCA Winter School Holiday Program is now open for bookings! Offering a wealth of activities for children across Melbourne and Victoria, this program is your go-to for a winter school holiday filled with adventure and learning.

Each YMCA location offers a unique set of activities, whether it's cooking classes, circus workshops, or creative arts and crafts, there's something for every child to enjoy. Exciting excursions are also part of the package, including trips to cinemas, bowling alleys, laser skirmish arenas, or local farms. If your child is aged between 5 to 12 years and enrolled in primary school, they're set for an unforgettable experience. The YMCA School Holiday Programs blend fun, adventure, and educational activities, perfect for fostering independence and confidence.

Where:     Various locations across Melbourne and Victoria.
When:      Check individual locations for program days and times.
Cost:        Contact individual locations for specific program costs.

4. Melbourne Sports Centres School Holiday Swimming Intensives

Melbourne Sports Centres offer an engaging School Holiday Intensive program, perfect for keeping kids active and learning during the winter holidays in Melbourne.

Designed for children aged three and older, this engaging program focuses on reinforcing and advancing the swimming skills and techniques acquired during the term. It combines skill development with enjoyable and safe water play in our pools.

Over the course of five days, your child will have the opportunity to either solidify their existing swimming abilities or accelerate their learning through daily swim lessons during the school holidays.

Where:    Various locations across Melbourne
When:     1 - 12 July 2024
Cost:       Prices vary by age group and class level - Preschool classes at $99.00, School Aged from $99.00, and Level 6 -7 Masterclass at $125

5. Tennis World Tennis Camps

If you’ve got a Nadal fan on your hands, then a Melbourne Tennis World Tennis Camp could just be the ticket. These sporty clinics run by Tennis World take place during each of the Victorian school holidays and include ANZ Hot Shots Clinics, Junior Development Camp and Junior Performance Camp.

Perfect for children aged five to 12, Tennis camps aim to include all participants in a variety of fun and engaging activities and games so your child will stay active and meet some new friends along the way.

Where:   Melbourne Park and Albert Reserve
When:    1 - 12 July 2024
Cost:      $99 per day or $360 for a 4-day pass

6. Melbourne Sports Centres School Holiday Programs 

Melbourne Sports Centres are excited to announce the upcoming School Holiday Programs, a fantastic opportunity for children to engage in a wide array of sports and aquatic activities during the school holidays. The program is designed for kids aged 5-11 years and is set to run in various locations across Melbourne, including the Melbourne Sports Centre - MSAC.

Children will have the chance to try their hand at various sports, including netball, basketball, AFL, golf, volleyball, soccer, and little athletics, along with enjoying the water inflatables, dive boards, and wave pool at the centre.

The Melbourne Sports Centres' Holiday Program is a blend of sporting excitement and aquatic adventures, offering children a unique experience to explore new activities, develop skills, and make new friends under the guidance of experienced and passionate instructors.

Where:   Melbourne Sports Centres – MSAC and other locations
When:    1 - 12 July 2024
Cost:     $99 per day

7. Sport Star Academy School Holiday Program

Sport Star Academy's award-winning soccer program, Football Star Academy, offers fun, skill-based learning that will ensure your child stays active during the school holidays. Suitable for children aged 5 - 12 years, the program is run by qualified coaches who will build your child's confidence and improve their skills. 

A great option for sporty kids or those wanting to learn a new craft, Sport Star Academy's school holiday offering promises to be fun-filled and action-packed! 

Where:   Various locations throughout Melbourne
When:    1 - 12 July 2024
Cost:     From $90 per day for full-day camps to different rates for half-day sessions.

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