outdoor education at

glenworth valley

Wild Fun, Real Learning

Outdoor Education Programs

Discover Glenworth Valley, just an hour from Sydney—a premier destination for school camps, outdoor learning & education programs and wilderness adventures. Unplug from the city, enjoy campfires with friends, and explore nature through unforgettable experiences.

Our programs are designed to build teamwork, problem-solving, and confidence, with every activity challenging students in a fun and safe way.

Students leave not just with muddy shoes, but with new skills, lasting friendships, and lessons that extend far beyond the classroom.

why choose us...

Convenient Location to Sydney, Newcastle & Gosford
Programs designed to grow skills and confidence
225km of trails & tracks to explore
Camping & Glamping Options
Wide range of outdoor activities to suit most age groups and abilities
Flexible dining, from DIY catering to chef-crafted meals
Weather protected spaces with Valley Event Centre hire

Your Camp, Your Way

Build your ideal adventure

At Glenworth Valley, we specialise in customised school camps, scout camps, and outdoor education programs near Sydney, designed to suit your goals, budget, and staffing needs.

With activities like kayaking, abseiling, horse riding, quad biking, archery, bushwalking, orienteering, mountain biking, and team-building challenges. Our programs build confidence, resilience, and teamwork in a stunning natural wilderness setting—making Glenworth Valley the ultimate choice for outdoor learning and adventure.

Convenient Location to Sydney, Newcastle & Gosford
Programs designed to grow skills and confidence
225km of trails & tracks to explore
Camping & Glamping Options
Wide range of outdoor activities to suit most age groups and abilities
Flexible dining, from DIY catering to chef-crafted meals
Weather protected spaces with Valley Event Centre hire

Convenient location

10 min Gosford | 45 min Hornsby | 1 hr Sydney & Newcastle

Onsite catering available

All-weather venue hire

No two groups are the same – and neither are our camps.

40+ activities ranging from kayaking and abseiling to horse riding and survival skills
3 styles of accommodation
Flexible catering options – from self catering or simple meals to chef-prepared menus

…you have the freedom to create the camp experience that best suits your group’s age, interests, and goals.

40+ activity options

safety is our priority

Policies & Practices

All Glenworth Valley Outdoor Education Program facilitators are highly trained and hold the following certifications to ensure a safe and enriching experience for students:
Working With Children Check (WWCC)
First Aid Certification
Health & Safety (OHS) Training

Our program delivery is fully aligned with the NSW Guidelines for Sport and Physical Activity in Schools, as well as School Sport Unit Safety Guidelines, ensuring a safe, age-appropriate, and curriculum-supported experience for all participants

spectacular

horse riding

off-road

orienteering

tranquil

kayaking

breathtaking

abseiling

scenic

bushwalking

the right fit for every group

accommodation

Whether you’re after comfort, simplicity, or a fully hands-on experience, Glenworth Valley offers flexible accommodation options to suit every group. Choose from fully installed glamping tents for a more luxurious camping experience, standard pre-set tents for ease and convenience, or bring your own and let students take charge of setup as part of the adventure.

Teachers can stay in private cabins or glamping tents — offering a restful retreat after a full day outdoors. With 15 unique campgrounds spread across the property, we can tailor the location and setup to match your group size, program needs and preferred level of independence.

from DIY to chef-prepared

catering

Every school has a different approach when it comes to meals — and we support them all. Some groups prefer students to take the lead and cook for themselves as part of the learning experience. Others prefer the simplicity of a teacher-led BBQ. And for those looking for ease and quality, our catering team — renowned for delivering high-end menus at weddings and corporate events — can prepare fresh, healthy meals tailored to your group’s needs and budget.

And every teacher gets a complimentary barista-made coffee each morning to start the day right.

modern facilities

make the choice easy

hot showers & running water

bathrooms & amenities

You don’t have to compromise on modern comforts to experience the freedom of wilderness glamping at Glenworth Valley.

Permanent bathrooms with hot showers, running water and flush toilets are just a short stroll from your site. Plus free Wifi is available at reception.

safe & secure with

onsite management

At Glenworth Valley, you don’t have to compromise on safety to experience the joys of wilderness camping.

Unlike other wilderness camping areas, onsite management are there to enforce campground rules & regulations.

And with a strict, 10pm noise curfew, you’ll drift to sleep listening to the serene sounds of nature – and wake up refreshed, energised and ready for adventure.

food, supplies &

essentials onsite

Forgot an essential – like sunscreen, detergent, firewood, ice, snacks or sauce?

Simply head up to the onsite shop and grab your items with the friendly and helpful service from staff.

adverse weather option and

entertainment centre

In the event of bad weather, we’ve got it covered — literally. With access to our events centre, students stay safe, dry, and engaged with structured indoor activities designed to keep the program running smoothly.

space to suit everyone

without the wait

One of the biggest challenges schools face with outdoor education is limited availability and rigid scheduling. There are no such issues at Glenworth Valley – scale is our advantage. With 3,000 acres, 15 campgrounds, and multiple activity zones, we can run multiple programs at the same time — even for different year groups.

Whether you’re planning a Year 7 introduction to high school, a Year 9 resilience camp, or a senior leadership retreat, we’ve got the space, staff, and flexibility to make it happen — when it suits you. No long waitlists. No compromises. Just the right experience, at the right time.

case studies

what the teachers say

Central Coast Sports College

I highly recommend Glenworth Valley Outdoor Adventure Centre for school camps. It is great for large group camping and easily accessible for buses. The rural setting is stunning, and it is so close to Sydney and Central Coast. The hot showers are a luxury and the staff are friendly and accomodating to our individual program. Our kids love camping, swimming in the crystal clear creek, fishing, kayaking, bike riding and walking to Emerald Pool.

Tanya Brown, Central Coast Sports College

Charlton Christian College

We love bringing our Stage 6 cohort to Glenworth for their camp. The staff are so welcoming, supportive and really help to create a fun, safe and memorable experience for our kids. The food is so tasty, and the kids are always talking about how fun the kayaking, horse riding and team building activities are. The facilities and amenities are great, students thoroughly enjoying their ‘glamping’ experience and we have loved the times we’ve been able to get the bonfire going and all sit around and just connect and build relationships.

Nicole Jolly, Charlton Christian College

St Philips Christian College

Our students and staff love going to the beautiful Glenworth Valley for our annual camp. The team there have always been great to work with and they go out of their way to make our time enjoyable and easy. They’re always very accommodating of any adjustments or extra things we might need. The outdoor activities are always a big hit with our students and all the facilities are excellent.

Josh Dobos, St Philips Christian College

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