Every school is different, so your outdoor education program should be too. At Bindaree Outdoor Education, we collaborate with schools and group leaders across Victoria to design outdoor learning experiences that match your goals, values, and students' needs.
Here’s how our customisation process works, and why it matters.
Why customise your outdoor education program?
Off-the-shelf programs may miss the mark. A tailored approach ensures:
- Curriculum alignment with your current units or term themes
- Age-appropriate activities that are challenging but achievable
- Inclusion for students of all backgrounds and abilities
- Stronger student engagement and long-term impact
We work with schools from metro Melbourne to regional Victoria to make sure programs fit the context and community.
What can be customised?
Almost everything. Bindaree outdoor programs can be shaped by:
- Duration: From single-day incursions to multi-day expeditions
- Location: Coastal, bushland, alpine, or urban edge environments
- Learning outcomes: Leadership, sustainability, health, personal development
- Activities: Raft building, hiking, navigation, reflective journaling, and more
- Accommodation: Campsites, lodges, or hybrid programs
Explore some of our School Camp Options to see the variety we offer.
How does Bindaree support teachers in planning?
We don’t just deliver the camp—we help plan it with you.
- Dedicated program coordinator assigned to your school
- Step-by-step support with logistics, safety, and communication
- Custom packing lists and risk management documents
- Optional pre-camp student workshops
We aim to take the pressure off teachers so you can focus on learning outcomes, not just logistics.
Can programs include leadership development?
Yes. Many of our custom programs integrate elements of leadership, teamwork and student voice—especially for Year 9–11 cohorts. Our Leadership Camps are a great starting point for planning.
You can choose to:
- Include peer mentoring or buddy systems
- Build in journaling and goal setting
- Focus on communication, initiative and resilience
Do you cater for diverse student needs?
Inclusivity is central to how we design programs. That includes:
- Dietary and medical considerations
- Cultural and gender sensitivity
- Sensory and neurodiverse needs
- Physical accessibility (where possible depending on location)
Let us know your students' needs—we’ll work with you to create a supportive and empowering experience.
What does a tailored program look like?
Here’s an example:
- School: Year 7 group from a Melbourne secondary college
- Objective: Social bonding, connection to nature, curriculum tie-in with geography
- Duration: 3 days, 2 nights
- Location: Coastal dunes near Anglesea
- Activities: Orienteering, beach walk, night hike, campfire reflection circle
- Outcome: Stronger peer connection and increased outdoor confidence among students
Let’s build a program that works for you
Your students deserve more than a one-size-fits-all experience.
Contact Bindaree today to start customising an outdoor education program that suits your goals, location, and learners.
Bindaree Outdoor Education has over 30 years’ experience designing flexible, curriculum-aligned outdoor learning experiences for Victorian schools and community groups.