Best School Holiday Activities in Brisbane, Gold Coast & Melbourne
The Best School Holiday Activities in Australia?
English Skills and Real Adventure.
These school holidays, give your child something they will remember. A school holiday English program that combines real English lessons with the best school holiday activities and exciting Australian adventures – that is what the BROWNS Junior Holiday Program (JHP & PSP+) is all about.
The program runs from Sunday 5 July to Saturday 15 August 2026. Campuses are in Brisbane, Gold Coast, and Melbourne. Students aged 6 to 17 are welcome. Your child can join for 1-6 weeks.
Choose your destination:
Brisbane –
City, Wildlife, and Adventure
Brisbane is the capital city of Queensland. It is a large, modern city with a warm climate, beautiful parks, and easy access to world-famous wildlife experiences like Australia Zoo and Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary.
Our Brisbane campus is at Level 8, 102 Adelaide Street, in the city centre. Students join 15 hours of English lessons every week, plus exciting day trips and activities.
Brisbane activities include:
- Australia Zoo
- Movie World
- Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
- SparkLab Science Museum
- Wheel of Brisbane
- Brisbane River Cruise
- Indigenous Art workshops
- Aussie Olympics, Fashion Shows, Challenge Rooms, and Dance Workshop
Gold Coast — Sun, Fun, and Adventure
The Gold Coast is a coastal city in Queensland, about one hour south of Brisbane. It is famous for its sunny weather, theme parks like Dreamworld and Movie World, and beautiful beaches.
Our Gold Coast campus is at 5 Hicks Street, Southport. The Gold Coast is one of Australia’s most popular destinations, and students get to explore it while improving their English with 15 hours of lessons each week.
Gold Coast activities include:
- Sea World, Movie World, and Dreamworld
- Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
- Q1 SkyPoint Observation Deck
- Whale Watching
- Kayak Tour
- Tenpin Bowling
- Coastal Scavenger Hunts
Melbourne —
Big City,
Big Adventures
Melbourne is the capital city of Victoria. It is known for its arts, culture, great food, and exciting attractions like the Melbourne Zoo and LEGOLAND Discovery Centre.
Our Melbourne campus is at Level 3, 30 Church Lane, in the heart of the city. Melbourne is one of Australia’s most exciting cities, with world-class attractions, food, and culture. Students join 15 hours of English lessons every week, plus exciting day trips and activities.
Melbourne activities include:
- Melbourne Zoo and Werribee Open Range Zoo
- LEGOLAND Discovery Centre
- Indoor ice skating
- ACMI — Australian Centre for the Moving Image
- Queen Victoria Market
- Scienceworks
- Melbourne Jail tour
- Yarra River ferry ride
Creative activities include Indigenous Art workshops, Fashion Shows, a Make a Movie challenge, DIY Tote Bags, and ArtVo — an immersive art experience.
The best school holiday activities give your child something to take home – not just memories, but real English skills. BROWNS’ Junior Holiday Program runs 5 July – 15 August 2026 across Brisbane, Gold Coast, and Melbourne for ages 6–17.
Enrolments are open now – apply at brownsenglish.edu.au/apply
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