School holiday programs

School holiday programs

School holidays should be a time for fun, making friends, and trying new things. But we know that a break from routine can sometimes be challenging for families.

Our Geelong and Melbourne teams run engaging, person-centred school holiday programs designed to give young people an incredible break while offering parents and carers a chance to recharge. We focus on creating safe, inclusive environments where participants can express themselves and build lasting confidence.

Empowering, practical & person-centred support

We don't just fill time—we create meaningful experiences. Whether your child wants to explore the community, build social skills, or just have fun in a supportive environment, we tailor our activities to their unique interests and support needs.

Our school holiday programs are built to adapt, and they strongly encourage:

  • Building confidence in social and community settings.
  • Making new friends in a safe, heavily supported environment.
  • Learning new skills through hands-on, engaging activities.
  • Maintaining a positive, structured routine during the school break.
  • Navigating new sensory experiences at a comfortable pace.
  • Giving families and carers a well-deserved, stress-free break.

Supports we offer

We shape our holiday activities around what young people actually want to do, ensuring they get the most out of their time off.

Community exploration & social outings

Getting out and about to build real-world confidence.

  • Supported trips to local parks, museums, zoos, and community events.
  • Learning to navigate public transport safely and confidently.
  • Practicing social skills and communication in real-world settings.
  • Group-based outings that encourage teamwork and peer connection.

Skill-building & creative activities

Fun, hands-on sessions that sneak in capacity building.

  • Cooking and baking sessions to build everyday independence.
  • Arts, crafts, and sensory play tailored to individual needs.
  • Sports and physical activities adapted for all abilities.
  • Quiet, focused activities for those who prefer low-sensory environments.

Why choose OdysseyCare

OdysseyCare wasn't born in a boardroom. Leah, our founder, is a mum to four kids—one of whom is an NDIS participant. She got tired of generic, unfeeling services and built the company she spent years wishing she could find to give families real, reliable support.

Families stick with us because:

  • Support is tailored completely to your child's interests and sensory needs.
  • We don't just talk about trauma-informed practice. It's baked in.
  • We carefully match support workers who connect well with young people.
  • Reliable, friendly staff who genuinely care about the work they do.
  • Consistent, high-standard coverage across Geelong and Melbourne.

Frequently asked questions

We build our schedules based on the interests of the participants. This can range from quiet, sensory-friendly indoor activities like baking and crafts, to active days out at the zoo, local parks, or the bowling alley.

Absolutely. We offer both group-based activities for social building and 1:1 support for kids who need more focused, individualised attention during the holidays.

No. These programs are designed to give young people independence and provide parents and carers with a true break. You can relax knowing they are supported by experienced, caring staff.

NDIS funded support

Wondering about funding? These programs usually tap into your NDIS budget depending on your goals.

Typically, these fall under:

  • Core Supports: Assistance with social, economic and community participation.
  • Capacity Building: Increased social and community participation.

If looking at your plan gives you a headache, don't stress. The team can sort out the service agreements and show you exactly how to make your funding work for holiday programs.

Important information

Getting things right from day one is crucial.

  • Talk to us. Share your child's routine, sensory needs, triggers, and favourite things to do before we start.
  • We need the standard onboarding paperwork signed off.
  • Nobody gets a generic plan. We map out a highly individualised strategy for your family.

Getting started today

We are always keen to hear from participants, families, carers, or Support Coordinators. Looking for the right holiday support? Give the friendly team a call today to ask a few questions or register your interest.