Respite & mentorship · Ages 8–12

Kaleido Camps

Small moments, big impact.

Respite and mentorship-based camps for Tasmanian children. Meaningful school holiday experiences that build connection, resilience and growth.

Children in colourful hats with a Kaleido Camps team member outdoors.
Ages 8–12
Tailored camps for children
School holidays
A safe, fun and predictable place to be
Mentorship & respite
Meaningful experiences and support
About Kaleido

A place to belong. Room to grow.

JCP Kaleido Camps are tailored holiday programs designed for children aged 8–12. The camps provide meaningful experiences and mentorship, and support resilience and growth.

By understanding a child’s experiences early on and surrounding them with the right support, we help set them up for positive pathways in learning, wellbeing and belonging.

Opportunities to explore.

Experiences and mentorship that young people may not otherwise have access to.

Support around them.

Connection and understanding that help children build resilience and a sense of belonging.

Steady through the holidays.

A safe, fun and predictable camp environment that helps children return to school feeling supported and ready to learn.

Planning for camp

Information for families.

Read the family information guide and contact the camp coordinator to talk through your questions.

Camp dates

Contact the Kaleido Camps team for the next camp dates and current information before making arrangements.

Refer a young person

The right support, early on.

Please consider the camp referral criteria. If you have questions, contact the Kaleido Camps team.

  • The child must be aged 8–12.
  • The child would gain value from spending time with other young people in a safe, enjoyable, and supportive setting, and has shown the ability to engage well in similar environments.
  • The family may be experiencing financial challenges that restrict access to typical school holiday activities.

Priority referrals are given to children who are struggling with school engagement, facing difficult life experiences, or have limited support around them.

People together at a JCP Kaleido Camp.
Volunteer with Kaleido

Help make those small moments matter.

To join our volunteer team, you’ll need to:

  • Be at least 16 years old.
  • Hold a current Tasmanian Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) check.
  • Have the ability to positively engage with and mentor children and young people.
  • Be available for training and an additional overnight before camp.
Support Kaleido Camps

Help a young person experience camp.

Help support a young person to attend a JCP Kaleido Camp.

Talk to the Kaleido team

Start with a conversation.

Child safety

Safe. Heard.
Respected.

Every young person has the right to feel safe and be treated with dignity. JCP Youth is committed to child safety, listening to young people and responding to concerns.

Volunteer

Everyone loves help, including us!