Confident Kids Camp for Blind and Low Vision Children at GDV - June 2026

Guide Dogs Victoria is excited to be hosting Confident Kids Camp during the June/July school holidays. This camp is designed for primary-aged students who are blind or have low vision and are looking to build independence and confidence in a fun, supportive environment. The theme of the camp is learning how to stay calm, confident, and safe in emergency situations.

Children may experience situations such as school evacuations, becoming lost, or times when someone needs help. Through fun and interactive activities, this camp helps students learn how to respond safely and calmly, while also building their understanding of emergency services and practising practical safety strategies.

Confident Kids Camp provides opportunities for students to:

• Help choose and plan fun group activities

• Build problem-solving skills in new and challenging environments

• Practise road crossing and safe travel between activities

• Learn strategies for when things don’t go to plan

• Develop confidence using public transport

• Meet emergency service workers and explore their vehicles

• Take part in a bushwalking safety session

Camp details:
When: 10:00am Monday 29 June to 3:00pm Wednesday 1 July 2026
Where: Guide Dogs Victoria residential campus, 2 Chandler Highway, Kew VIC
RSVP: Please register your interest by 5 June 2026
Cost: $2,880

The cost includes therapy support at a 1:2 ratio delivered by Orientation and Mobility Specialists, Occupational Therapists, and Support Workers. Activities and meals are supported through Guide Dogs Victoria philanthropy funding.

Programs and camps may be funded under a range of NDIS line items. When applying, you will be asked to confirm how the program will be funded, including:

• Innovative Community Participation (NDIS item: 04_210_0125_6_1)

If you have any questions, please contact our Customer Service Team on 1800 804 805 or email Simon McDonald-Kerr at simonm@guidedogsvictoria.com.au.

Important:
Students who are offered a place will be invited to attend an online Zoom session to help plan activities together. This will be held on Monday 22 June from 6:00–7:00pm. A link will be provided closer to the date.