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Exciting school camp programs in an idyllic Queensland bushland setting

At PGL Kindilan, located in the picturesque Redland Bay, Queensland, our school camps are packed full of fun, adventure, learning and amazing memories! Our school camp delivers educational programs with a full complement of thrilling activities for students to learn and develop new skills throughout the camp. 

What’s more – we’ll work with you every step of the way, so we can coordinate our camp program to suit the needs of your group. Booking a Queensland school camp with PGL means you’ll get: 

  • A unique learning experience for your students 
  • A safe and friendly camp environment
  • Comfy accommodation and delicious meals daily 
  • The opportunity to encourage and watch your students flourish 
  • A focus on learning outcomes to facilitate skills for life for your students

So, start creating the trip of a lifetime for your students by enquiring today!

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Camp programs designed to combine learning with adventure

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At PGL, we’re committed to delivering learning programs to help primary and secondary school children learn valuable life skills and boost confidence through adventure activities and reflections. At PGL Kindilan, you’ll find excitement, adventure and unique learning opportunities in abundance! 

Our R.E.A.C.H framework focuses on five core pillars of learning:

  • Relationships
  • Experiences
  • Ability
  • Character
  • Health & wellbeing

Designed in conjunction with teachers, the R.E.A.C.H Framework provides age-appropriate activities and educational outcomes for your students to spark breakthroughs in their development.

Take a look below at our camp offerings.

Why book your school camp with PGL?

There are so many reasons why you should choose PGL for your next school camp, but here are just a few!

 And the best news is that all of these are included in the cost of your school camp which makes for amazing value!

All activity sessions are run by PGL staff

All activity sessions on a PGL camp are run by our highly qualified Activity Instructors. Teachers will never need to run an activity session. That’s our job. See our activities on offer here.

Dedicated PGL Group Leader

Each school group has a dedicated PGL ‘Groupie’ or Group Leader for the duration of your camp, whose job it is to ensure that your camp runs smoothly. Liaison, extra pair of hands, new best friend – your Groupie does all this and more!

Staffed evening activities included

At PGL we include evening activity sessions each night on camp – it might be a campfire, Passport to the World, Quiz show or many others . The best bit is that they’re fully staffed by us! At the end of a long day at camp, the last thing you want to do is run evening activities. Leave it to us!

Outcomes-based learning programs

Our R.E.A.C.H Framework ensures that your program is suitable for your school cohort, with age-appropriate learning outcomes. Our programs are so fun that they’ll never know that they’re learning and developing new skills!

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Our school camp in Queensland

Kindilan (QLD)

PGL Kindilan is situated a short 40-minute drive from Brisbane, and just one hour away from the Gold Coast. Redland Bay in South East Queensland is an idyllic spot and PGL Kindilan offers students a stunning bushland setting within this vast conservation area. 

PGL Kindilan offers a range of accommodation options, suitable for over 300 people, from our unique roundhouses and lodges to our permanent tented village, where you can get a feel for your bushland surroundings without the hassle of erecting a tent. 

Your age-appropriate activity program will be designed to spark brilliant breakthroughs in your students and help them develop skills for life.

School Camps Queensland FAQs

Can I take primary or secondary school children to PGL Kindilan in Queensland?

Yes, we cater for all ages. We offer stimulating programs for primary school and secondary school students – with specialist activity programs designed to complement your students’ educational studies. We’ll work alongside teachers from schools in Queensland to develop a tailored program that provides inspiration, motivation and challenge to your students. 

What is the R.E.A.C.H framework and how can it benefit pupils?

Our R.E.A.C.H. framework incorporates five core pillars of learning to provide a holistic approach to education during our school camp programs. Booking with PGL means your pupils can enhance skills such as: 

Check out our R.E.A.C.H Framework page to learn more about the student outcomes we strive to help every child achieve.

What’s included in the cost of my school camp booking in Queensland?

Once you make a booking with PGL, you’ll get everything included in the cost! That means you’ll get access to:

  • Comfortable accommodation throughout your entire stay 
  • Access to our wide range of amazing adventure activities 
  • 100% of activities are staffed by PGL Activity instructors
  • Use of all equipment
  • Three tasty meals every day
  • Evening activities, run by PGL staff
  • 1 free teacher place for 10 paying students
  • Dedicated group leader to help throughout your stay in camp. 

What are the transport arrangements for getting to and from camp?

Coach transport is not automatically included in the price, but we would be more than happy to help you arrange this, making your trip to PGL Kindilan in Queensland as smooth as possible. Contact us with your requirements and we’ll be on hand to assist. 

Do you accommodate special dietary requirements for your school camps?

The health and well-being of all children who attend a PGL school camp are of paramount importance to us. We provide three healthy, high-energy meals per day, with plenty of variety, and we always serve generous portions of fruit and vegetables for a balanced meal. A vegetarian alternative is always available, and we can accommodate most special diets required on medical or religious grounds. For full details on our meal options and dietary accommodations, please visit our Food page. Be sure to let us know any specific dietary needs at the time of booking!

Do you offer any extras that we can add to our trip?

If you would like to add morning, afternoon tea or supper to your booking then you can make this request or add this to your booking. We can also provide bedding (pillow, doona) for an additional fee if required (fitted bed sheet is automatically included).

How can I enquire to make a booking for a Queensland school camp?

Making a school camp booking is simple. You can submit an enquiry via our website, contact us via email at info@pgladventurecamps.com.au or call us on 1300 859 895 for any queries or to book your group in. Our sales staff are very friendly and knowledgeable and will be able to help you out with any questions that you may have.

What are the safety protocols for school camps at PGL?

We leave nothing to chance here at PGL when it comes to the safety of everybody who attends a school camp at our campsites. All our school camp activities are carefully planned and led by trained instructors who adhere to strict safety guidelines. We regularly inspect and maintain our equipment to ensure a secure environment for all participants.

PGL staff will also lead groups and instruct students and pupils on activity sessions, whilst we allow teachers and group leaders to continue to have responsibility for student behaviour and welfare. We also have a list of risk assessments and activity descriptions that you can view on our PGL resources page. 

Are there certain items I should remember to pack before heading on a school camp in Queensland?

We provide guidance for parents, teachers and students well in advance, so you’ll know every item you may need during your camp stay. If you want to get prepared, take a look at our handy packing guide. Soft-sided bags, such as duffle bags, are easier to store in your cabin. Please try to limit the weight of your bag to under 15kg.

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Our Camp Options

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Primary

Secondary

Group Camps