Small School Camps Melbourne - 2027

Small School? Big Melbourne Adventure.

Two-night Melbourne camps for school groups of up to 22 people, including students and teachers.

Small numbers, the full school camp experience.

Have a smaller group but still want to give your students a traditional school camp experience? At Urban Camp, you don't need a big group to enjoy a big Melbourne adventure.

Our experienced Programs Team can help you plan a memorable two-night camp, combining Melbourne's best educational attractions with accommodation, meals and activities back at camp.

With selected dates available throughout 2027 for groups of up to 22 people, including teachers, your small school can enjoy everything that makes camp special.

South Wing
Urban Camp’s South Wing caters for up to 22 guests over five air-conditioned dormitories. Each dorm sleeps between 2 - 6 guests on single beds in bunk configurations.
All beds are fitted with mattress protectors and pillows, new mattresses have been installed in all dorm rooms. All you need to bring is a pillow case and a sleeping bag.
Leader Dorms
All designated leader dorms are fitted with innerspring mattresses for your comfort. Privacy curtains have been installed on the bottom bunks in these rooms and features some extra comforts including side tables and in-room tea and coffee station.
Bathrooms
The South Wing has one accessible bathroom, one shared bathroom and one ensuite (within the dorm accessed from the veranda). For more details see our virtual tour here.
Urban Camp caters for a range of groups with special needs. All accommodation in the South Wing is wheelchair accessible. We have an accessible bathroom for the exclusive use of the South Wing (wheelchair accessible bathroom and toilet, open shower recess with seat). Staff can recommend accessibility equipment hire suppliers.
Our catering team has you covered in the kitchen with the management of all your groups special dietary requirements.
Contact our programs team to see how we can best accommodate your group at Urban Camp.
Urban Camp’s convenient location offers easy access to Melbourne’s thriving CBD. With three tram lines (Trams 57, 58 & 59) and train station (Royal Park station) a short walk away, we help you book group travel passes for a seamless commuting experience.
Arriving by bus/coach
You can pull up right outside the camp and park, for free, just a little further down Brens Drive. Schools must organise their own coach travel to and from camp.
Arriving at Southern Cross station
We can meet you at the station to collect your luggage. We then pack all your bags into our van and take them to camp, not before handing over your travel passes ready for your first adventure. We can also assist you with your return journey.
Group Travel Pass
Our programs team help to keep your public transport costs low while you commute.
We offer a ticket management service taking into account off-peak and free travel times for Victorian school groups. Talk to us about arranging your group travel pass. For up to date public transport timetable information and maps visit: PTV website
City Circle tram
Groups can travel free of charge on the City Circle tram. It is a great way to introduce students to some of Melbourne’s famous landmarks. More information is available on the PTV website.
Free tram zone
To make getting on and off trams in the city more efficient Melbourne has a Free Tram Zone. In this zone you can travel as much as you like at no cost, we can help you arrange free travel pass tickets.
Parking
Visitors are welcome to park in designated parking bays at the front of the Camp (if available) or in off-street parking nearby.
Stay and play! Make the most of Urban Camp’s versatile space.
Join NASA’s GLOBE Goes to Camp
We are excited to offer NASA’s Globe Goes to Camp program.
Our staff have been trained by NASA to run engaging and interactive sessions. Schools will collect and upload real time data for analysis by NASA scientists. See more below and download the brochure.
Activities and games
Add extra fun to your stay by booking an onsite activities which include movie screenings with popcorn, karaoke sessions, trivia nights hosted by Urban Camp staff and team building activities or chose from a range of sporting equipment and games. See full list here.
You will receive a full list of activities and destinations that take into account various curriculum needs and budgets. Once a selection has been made for your camp, we will tailor a program to both inspire your students and maximise your time in Melbourne. Our strong relationships with all of Melbourne’s major educational and entertainment venues help best coordinate your visit to each site.

Enquire with our friendly team

Example Program

Let us help you plan for an effortless school camp.

Available Small School Camp Dates for 2027

“Once again our 5/6 Urban camp was incredible! Service is great from the start, planning almost every activity on our behalf, and then meeting us around the city to collect or drop off luggage and food. Food is delicious, breakfast has hot and cold options with heaps of variety, lunch, snacks and dinners were all simple (everyone approved!). Rooms and facilities are great, but it is loud on the bottom floor with schools on the level above. Thanks for another wonderful camp, we'll be back again!”

— Malmsbury Primary School, Post Camp Survey, 2026
"We loved staying at Urban Camp. The staff and the facility are second to none in my experience. The free camp programming takes all the stress out of organising a large excursion, and the experiences are educational, interesting and fun. The students are well looked after, with excellent food and facilities. We have been going to Urban Camp for nearly 20 years and can’t wait to go back next year."

— Bombala Public School, NSW, Post Camp Survey, 2024.
"As first time guests at Urban Camp, we were very pleased with all that was offered. The staff helpful and friendly and the facilities were great."

— St John XXIII, Thomastown East, Post Camp Survey, 2024.
"Urban Camp is great for country kids to experience the city in a safe environment, and the organisers are very professional and helpful for teachers to access the most of the city, with the least amount of stress to organise the program.."

— Murrayville Community College, Post Camp Survey, 2024.
"Urban camp was an amazing to experience something new. I liked the rooms with my cabin mates, I got to know people better. The camp was close to public transport. I got better at making friends."

— Belgrave Primary School Student, Post Camp Survey, 2024.
“We have consistently found Urban Camp to be a safe and exciting camp for our students within the complex space that is a major city. It provides all the benefits and structures of any well run camp, with the added bonus of being both ideally situated in the inner city and varied and flexible to the needs of each cohort of students.”

— Campbells Creek Primary School, Post Camp Survey, 2024
“We have been coming to Urban Camp for our Annual Music Camp for the last 10 years and we love it! Students say it is their favourite camp of the year, with the best food. We love the bush setting and the proximity to public transport. Staff are helpful and easy to work with- nothing is too much trouble. The rooms are extremely comfortable. Thanks Urban Camp!”

— Melbourne Girls College, Post Camp Survey, 2024