Year 6 Camp

Please ensure your child packs the following items:

Bedding

• Sleeping bag
• Pillow and pillowcase
• Extra blanket (recommended during colder months)

Clothing

• T-shirts and shorts
• Long sleeve shirts
• Jumpers
• Track pants or long pants
• Socks and underwear
• Pyjamas
• Waterproof jacket or warm coat
• Beanie

Footwear

• Comfortable, enclosed, sturdy shoes
• Old shoes suitable for water activities

Personal Items

• Deodorant (roll-on)
• Toothbrush and toothpaste
• Soap
• Towel for showering
• Towel for water activities
• Hygiene products
• Medications (e.g. EpiPens, Ventolin – clearly labelled)

Sun-Safe Essentials

• Hat
• Sunscreen
• Refillable water bottle

Miscellaneous

• Small backpack or daypack
• Plastic bags for wet clothes
• Torch or head torch
• Hair tie and hairbrush (required for long hair during activities)

To support a safe and focused experience, please do not pack:

• Electronic devices (phones, smart watches, iPads etc.)
• Foods containing nuts (whole or trace amounts)
• Aerosol sprays (roll-on alternatives only)
• Soft drinks, lollies or items against School rules
• Confectionery or chewing gum
• Jewellery

In the coming weeks, families will receive a Consent2Go notification with a form requesting all essential details including personal, medical and dietary information. Please also include any additional information that may help us support your child (e.g. sleepwalking, night terrors, bedwetting) via the eForm below. We ask all families to complete the relevant eForm by 5.30 pm on Friday 15 August (Week 4):

• 6SM: Complete this form
• 6TM: Complete this form
• 6M: Complete this form
• 6G: Complete this form

The camp makes every effort to cater for a wide range of dietary needs, including vegetarian, vegan, allergy- and intolerance-friendly, and religious-based requirements. Children with diagnosed sensory food aversions are also thoughtfully accommodated.

While every effort is made to offer nutritious, child-friendly meals, it’s important to note that individual menus based solely on preference cannot be provided. If your child eats a very limited selection of foods, now is a great opportunity to gently expand their choices in preparation.

The menu features healthy snacks such as fruit, vegetables, dairy options and baked goods. While we always encourage children to try nourishing foods, no child will ever be forced to eat something they’re uncomfortable with. Our staff have attended many camps and can reassure families that children never go hungry — there are always staples available such as sandwiches, toasties, cereal, fruit and snack bars. Of course, this isn’t ideal for every meal, which is why preparation and positive conversations at home are invaluable.

In our experience, children are often more open to trying new foods in a supportive, communal environment. After a busy day of activities, mealtimes are warmly welcomed — and we frequently see students tasting something new simply because their peers are enjoying it.

The menu will be shared with families once confirmed. It is seasonal and uses locally sourced ingredients.

With the exception of a packed lunch and snacks for day one, students are not permitted to bring food from home unless it is medically necessary and pre-approved. This includes items such as lollies and chips. The camp is fully equipped to provide all meals and snacks during our stay.

If you believe your child requires an exemption for medical reasons, please contact Deputy Head of Preparatory School, Ali Barr, me to arrange a time to meet.

This is a screen-free camp. Students are asked to leave phones, laptops and smart devices at home. Camp is a chance to unplug, connect with one another and enjoy time in nature — all within a safe and supportive environment.

For urgent matters during camp, please contact:

• Camp Mobile: Number TBC
• Prep School Office: 08 8276 0219
• Rose's Gap: 03 5359 5264

Please note: there is very limited phone reception and staff will have limited access to internet throughout the camp so please use the direct line to Rose's Gap in emergencies.

To ensure the safety and wellbeing of all students and staff during the Year 5 camp, we have clear procedures in place should a child experience a mild illness or injury that requires them to leave camp. In such cases, we will contact you to arrange either collection from the camp or two staff members will drive your child to meet you at an agreed town within a 2.5 hour drive from the camp grounds. This limit is essential to maintain appropriate staff-to-student ratios and ensure the physical wellbeing of our teachers who will need to drive a five hour round trip and continue to be on call throughout camp. Unfortunately, we are unable to facilitate returning students to Adelaide, as doing so would compromise supervision and care for the remaining group. We kindly ask families to plan accordingly and ensure availability should your child require early collection. Thank you for your understanding and support in helping us provide a safe and positive camp experience for all.

• Activity Schedule – A detailed program can be found here, at the top of the page. All activities have been scheduled and students will participate in small group rotations.
• Sample Menu – A sample menu will be shared in the lead-up to camp.
• Drop-off and Pick-up Instructions – Specific information regarding transport arrangements will be communicated.
• Medical Information – Please ensure all medical details are up to date in Consent2Go.
• Camp Communications – Once students have arrived and settled, an arrival notification will be sent via SEQTA. For camps longer than two nights, a mid-camp update will also be provided. Any changes to collection arrangements will be communicated as needed.