The Camp Classroom - Challenge and Grow
At Helena College, we believe that some of the most powerful learning happens beyond the classroom. School camps and tours offer a unique prospect for learning, giving students the chance to experience a wide range of activities outside of the usual school setting. In these environments, students interact with their teachers and peers in ways that are vastly different from the classroom, fostering new perspectives, stronger relationships, and personal growth.
That’s why all students, from Pre-primary to Year 12, take part in our annual camps program. These experiences offer opportunities for growth, not just academically, but socially, emotionally, and individually.
Stepping Into the World with Confidence
Our camps help students develop independence in a supportive environment. From packing their own bags to setting up tents or preparing meals, students take on age-appropriate responsibilities that build confidence and resilience.
The journey begins in Pre-primary with a one-night sleepover in Helena House Hall at our Darlington Campus. Each year, the challenge grows, from short overnight adventures in the early years, to multi-day camps in stunning WA locations such as Albany, Margaret River and Rottnest Island, including the picturesque but demanding Cape to Cape hike in Year 10. By Year 12, students are seasoned explorers, with their last school camp - a Study and Wellbeing Retreat at the start of Term One - is designed prepare them their final year.
This gradual progression ensures that skills and resilience are built year on year, helping students step confidently into new environments.
Building Friendships and Trust
Shared experiences – whether hiking a coastal trail, cooking together, or singing around a campfire – forge strong bonds between students. These connections foster trust, empathy and teamwork, enriching the classroom culture long after the camp ends.
Learning Beyond the Classroom
Each camp is designed to encourage curiosity, problem-solving and critical thinking. Students apply what they’ve learned in new and practical contexts, discovering how academic skills connect with real-world situations.
Part of a Bigger Journey
Our camps are more than just memorable trips – they are an integral part of our whole-child approach. By sequencing experiences from early childhood through to the senior years, we equip students with the confidence, adaptability and interpersonal skills they’ll draw on for life.
Ready learn more?
Book a tour and learn more about Helena College’s camps program. Applications for enrolment in 2027 and beyond are now invited. A very limited number of places are available for 2026 enrolment in selected year groups.
Want to know more?
We welcome all enquiries, and if you'd like to know more about current enrolment opportunities, we invite you to join one of our upcoming tours.