Dear stressed, strung-out, struggling to peel their offspring off the screen, parents. The Australian Spring school holidays are almost here (Yes. It is October next month!). And, if you’re already dreading the idea of seeing you kids glued to their iPads, for two-consecutive weeks, it might be time to hit “pause” on passive scrolling and press “play” on something way more exciting. Enter Code Camp, Australia’s award-winning school holiday program that’s all about transforming screen time into hands-on, brain-boosting fun.
From Monday 22 September through Friday 10 October, kids aged 5–13 across the country have the chance to trade their passive scrolling for active creation. With camps running in QLD, VIC, NSW, WA, SA, ACT, and even some private schools, there’s a Code Camp near you. Mum, dads and cool aunts – this is your chance to finally snag some peace of mind while your kids dive headfirst into a world of creativity, tech, and games.
The team at Camp Code are not delulu enough to let you believe that a life sans screen is feasible for anyone born post 2001. However, at Code Camp, screens are not the enemy – they’re the playground. Kids can unleash their inner inventors with programs ranging from coding their own apps and games to designing, digital storytelling, and even dabbling in DJ skills. Think Minecraft meets arts and crafts, with a dash of high-tech wizardry thrown in. By the end of each week, campers build real projects, learn practical skills, and have a blast doing it. (And, according to insiders with nary a complaint!)
Camp Weeks by State:
- First Week: Monday 22 Sept – Friday 26 Sept – QLD + VIC (plus some private schools)
- Week 2: Monday 29 Sept – Friday 3 Oct – ALL STATES
- Final Week: Monday 6 Oct – Friday 10 Oct – NSW, WA, SA, ACT
And if you’re tod or teen isn’t a total tech head, it’s completely okay. Code Camp isn’t just about technology. It’s about creativity, problem-solving, and friendship. Whether your child is a wordpress whiz, a budding artist, or the next big DJ, there’s a program that fits their style. And, because kids learn best when they’re having fun, the camps make learning as playful as it is educational.
Parents, here’s the kicker: these programs are so engaging that your kids won’t even realise they’re learning. Instead of a battle over screen time, Code Camp flips the narrative. Kids walk away with a sense of accomplishment, brand-new skills, and maybe even a little confidence boost from creating something totally their own.
And then. just to sweeten the deal, registered campers go into the draw to win a Roborock F25 – a little extra incentive to get them off the couch and into the code zone.
To date, Code Camp has inspired over 250,000 kids across Australia, earning awards like ProductReview.com.au 2025 – Best Kids Program, with more than 1000 five-star reviews from happy carers.
So, parents, it’s time to hit refresh and finally let your kids discover a world where screens become tools for creation, imagination, and hands-on adventure. For more information and to book a spot, visit codecamp.com.au