Holiday Respite - Commonground Care

Kids Holiday Overnight Respite — Full Details

48 hours of adventure for the kids.

Our overnight respite program runs across school holiday weekends — Saturday through to Monday morning. Kids get an unforgettable experience. Parents and carers get a full, genuine rest knowing their child is safe, supported and having the time of their life.

Kids Only

This program is designed specifically for children. Fully supervised by qualified support workers the entire time — including both nights.

Sat → Mon Morning

Kids arrive Saturday, two full nights and two packed days of activities, and head home Monday morning refreshed and full of stories.

Real Respite for Carers

48 hours of genuine rest for parents and carers — no check-ins needed. We send photo updates so you can relax knowing they're having a blast.

Preview Itinerary — Weekend Program

Please note

This is a preview only. Your exact itinerary will be sent to you after booking — activities are subject to change depending on the children attending and the availability of activities and services on the day.

Night 1 — Warehouse Camp

Saturday — Arrive & Settle In

✓Arrive Saturday, meet new friends and get settled in
✓Indoor camping setup — sleeping bags and tents inside the warehouse
✓Arts and craft session — themed creative activities
✓Group dinner and evening games
✓Movie night, snacks and wind-down
✓Support workers on-site overnight — kids fully supervised

Night 2 — Out & About

Sunday — Big Adventure Day

✓Morning hike or nature walk — accessible trail options available
✓Fishing at a local spot — rods, bait, everything provided
✓Group lunch together
✓City excursion — SEA LIFE Aquarium, go-karting or museum
✓Evening music session — piano and group activities
✓Dinner and night games back at base — second overnight stay

Basketball & Farewell

Monday Morning — Skills & Send-Off

✓Morning basketball session with our coaches
✓Team games and friendly group tournament
✓Celebration — kids share their favourite moments from the weekend
✓Certificate and keepsake for every participant
✓Pack up and fond farewells — see you next school holidays!

Always Included

Every Single Weekend

✓All meals and snacks — dietary needs fully catered for
✓Qualified support workers on-site for all 48 hours
✓Transport to and from all excursions
✓Program adapted around each child's individual needs
✓Photo updates sent to parents throughout the weekend
✓Safe, inclusive and fully supervised the entire time

Our Commitment

No child is ever left out. Before every program we contact families to understand each child's individual needs, abilities and preferences — so every single participant can take part fully and safely.