School camps are back on for students from Term 2 when it commences on Tuesday, 26 April, in-line with the latest health advice.
Under COVID-19 high caseload settings, school camps had been cancelled or postponed to ensure schools could continue operating safely.
To support the safe return of school camps, the Department of Education has developed risk assessments and guidelines for schools, based on advice from the Chief Health Officer.
These guidelines include the requirement for schools to receive a copy of the camp provider's COVID-19 Safety Plan.
Schools will need to provide Rapid Antigen Tests and make isolation arrangements for anyone that shows COVID-19-like symptoms, tests positive or is identified as a close contact; as well as continuing to support regular hygiene practices, physically distancing where possible and cohorting student groups.
School camps are highly valuable in student education, building skills and forming part of the curriculum in areas such as outdoor education, health and physical education, the arts, and leadership.
A $3 million assistance package for school camp providers directly impacted by schools postponing or cancelling camps due to the additional health measures was announced in February. This assistance has been extended until May 6, 2022, to provide support while camps get back up and running.
A $500,000 incentive fund is also available to provide opportunities for public school students to participate in day trips and incursions.
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