School’s nearly out and we’ve got just the ticket to keep your child entertained these school holidays. Our Latrobe school holiday program, running from January 2 – February 7 2024, creates a world of play and adventure for your child. Relax knowing they’re having a fun holiday away from home with all the supports they need.
With a range of activities designed for maximum fun and led by a skilled team—your child will develop new skills, make friends and create unforgettable memories! The program runs for six weeks, so they can join in the fun for as little—or as long—as you’d like.
When: January 2 – February 7 2024
Where: Latrobe Children’s Short Stay, plus visits to local attractions. Transport to Latrobe Children’s Short Stay is available by arrangement from the North and North-West of Tasmania.
Cost: NDIS 1:1 or group based funding required*
How: Call 1800 066 066 or complete our online enquiry form and we’ll call you.
* A small additional cost is required for some activities, listed in the program below.
Enrollments close Friday 15 December 2023—secure a spot for your child now!
The program
**Indicates activities available from Woodland Grove—our Short Stay located in Launceston.
📆 Week one: 2 – 5 January
- Tuesday 2 January
- Baking and crafternoon
- Wednesday 3 January**
- ‘Cool by the pool’ – day excursion to Devonport Aquatic Centre (+$10.00 all day pass including entry and slide access. Or $6.30 for those not keen on the slide)
- Thursday 4 January
- Day excursion to Deloraine Pump Track (bring your bike!)
- Friday 5 January
- Movies and popcorn
📆 Week two: 8 – 12 January
- Monday 8 January
- Baking and crafternoon
- Tuesday 9 January
- Day excursion to Airtime 360 and Riverbend Park (offsite, +$20.00)
- Wednesday 10 January
- Public holiday
- Thursday 11 January**
- Llama Farma and ice-cream (offsite, +$39.00)
- Friday 12 January
- Street art
📆 Week three: 15 – 19 January
- Monday 15 January
- Whale spotting and fruit popsicles
- Tuesday 16 January
- In the Zone, Burnie Laser Tag (offsite, $20.00)
- Wednesday 17 January
- Ulverstone Pump n Jump (offsite)
- Thursday 18 January
- Ride the rails (offsite, +$5.00)
- Friday 19 October
- The BIG BBQ
📆 Week four: 22 – 26 January
- Monday 22 January
- Dance party
- Tuesday 23 January
- ‘Cool by the pool’ – day excursion to Launceston Aquatic Centre, Money Park (offsite, +$8.50)
- Wednesday 24 January
- Duck feeding, exploring Pig island and a picnic lunch at Bells Parade Latrobe (offsite)
- Thursday 25 January
- Gunns Plains Caves (offsite, +$7.00)
- Friday 26 January
- Public holiday
📆 Week five: 29 January – 2 February
- Monday 29 January
- Baking and crafternoon
- Tuesday 30 January
- ‘Seek and you shall find’ – treasure hunt
- Wednesday 31 January**
- Ulverstone waterslide and BBQ lunch (offsite, +$20.00)
- Thursday 1 February
- Relax, unwind and pamper time
- Friday 2 February
- Picnic at the Rhododendron Garden (offsite)
📆 Week six: 5 – 7 February
- Monday 5 February
- Baking and crafternoon
- Tuesday 6 February
- Devonport Tenpin Bowling (offsite, +$8.50)
- Wednesday 7 February
- End of summer holidays PARTY!
About Latrobe Children’s Short Stay
The property is located in leafy Latrobe, a quiet little town on the Mersey River. It’s a fun and colourful place for kids of all ages and levels of needs. Our dedicated team of experienced and qualified professionals provide a safe and supportive environment for your child.
Want to know more?
Enquire now to learn more about our holiday program, discuss your child’s specific needs and secure their spot.
Call 1800 066 066 or complete this online enquiry form and we’ll call you. Spaces are limited, so don’t wait.
We take safety seriously
We take seriously our responsibility to deliver a support environment that is caring, nurturing and safe. Our organisation has successfully achieved accreditation in Tasmania as a Safeguarding Children and Young People Organisation.