Bookings are now open for our spring school holiday program! The program runs from Monday 21 September to Friday 2 October (excluding public holidays). Explore the holiday activities on offer below.
Monday 21 September
DIY Tie-dye Hat
Unleash your creativity with a day filled with vibrant and thrilling Tie Dye fun! Brace yourself for a kaleidoscope of colours and endless possibilities. Transform a sun smart hat into a tie-dye masterpiece and enjoy colourful arts, crafts and group games to top the day off.
Self-guided Incursion
$107.00per person
Tuesday 22 September
AFL Max
We're off to the first AFL Max Melbourne location today! More than just footy, this entertainment zone features a state-of-the-art venue, with an indoor footy field, aerial zones, climb zones, interactive screens, skill-testing attractions and more.
Excursion
$134.00per person
Wednesday 23 September
Ballarat Wildlife Park
Spot some of Australia's most fascinating animals at Ballarat Wildlife Park! Meet friendly kangaroos, curious koalas, powerful crocodiles and a wide range of native and exotic wildlife. Explore the park and learn amazing animal facts from expert keepers as you discover the wonders of the animal kingdom in a fun and interactive environment.
Excursion
$134.00per person
Thursday 24 September
Vintage Monsters Craft Power
Dive into a world of creative monster-making as you design and build your own quirky, curious or even slightly spooky monster creation. Through hands-on crafting and storytelling, you'll explore monster fears with creativity and curiosity, turning the unknown into something fun and imaginative.
Incursion
$117.50per person
Friday 25 September
Public Holiday
We are closed today for the Public Holiday. We can't wait to continue the Spring School Holiday fun with you next week!
No program
Monday 28 September
Slime Masters
Get ready to mix, stretch, and squish! Experience the magic of the slime “forming” process as you create two unique textured slimes - smooth and spreadable Butter Slime and cool, jiggly Water Slime. It’s messy, sensory fun brought to you by our friends at Seesaw STEAM.
Incursion
$117.50per person
Tuesday 29 September
Forgotten Island
We're off to the cinemas today to watch Forgotten Island. Watch as best friends Jo and Raissa stumble upon a mysterious portal that transports them to Nakali, a fantastical island that's filled with magical creatures. When they discover that the memories of their entire friendship are the price for returning home, they try to find a way to leave the island before they forget each other forever. Come along and enjoy a tasty popcorn treat.
Excursion
$134.00per person
Wednesday 30 September
Reptile encounter
WildlifeXposure is visiting us to showcase a unique and diverse range of native Australian wildlife! Delivered by experienced, qualified wildlife handlers and educators, you will have the opportunity to hold, touch, learn and experience Australia's coolest Reptiles first hand.
Incursion
$117.50per person
Thursday 1 October
Rock Climbing
Get ready to challenge yourself and reach new heights! Take on exciting rock climbing walls designed for all skill levels, build confidence as you conquer new routes, and develop strength, balance and problem-solving skills along the way. With plenty of encouragement and fun, it's an action-packed day of adventure that will have you climbing higher than ever before.
Excursion
$134.00per person
Friday 2 October
Eat the Rainbow
Dive into a colourful celebration of food, art and creativity! Prepare your own vibrant vegetable rice paper rolls while learning about healthy eating and the colours of nature. Explore rainbow-themed art through face painting, printmaking and STEAM experiments, and discover how colour plays an important role in both nutrition and creativity.
In house
$95.50per person
Pricing and Child Care Subsidy (CCS)
Our holiday programs qualify for CCS, which helps to reduce the cost of holiday care for eligible families.
The prices shown in our program schedule are the full fees before CCS is applied. If your family is eligible for CCS, your costs could be much lower.
Need help? Please contact us. Our friendly customer service and onsite teams are happy to answer any questions about our pricing or CCS.
Why join our Derrimut holiday program?
Themed in-house days: Our educators spark creativity and fun through a mix of arts and crafts, STEM, sport and seasonal activities.
Action-packed incursions: Led by visitors to our service, incursions could include anything from yoga and magic shows to martial arts. We once had a beekeeper visit us!
Awesome excursions: Venture to exciting off-site locations like zoos, museums and play centres. In the past, we've watched the latest blockbuster at Village Cinemas Sunshine.
Friendly, qualified educators: We ensure a safe, supportive environment that builds confidence and independence.
Make amazing memories: Learn from new experiences and make new friendships along the way!