ACTIVITIES WEEK
ARTS: FILM CAMP 2026
Woodleigh
10-14 AUGUST 2026
ARTS: FILM CAMP
July 2026
Dear Student and Parents/Guardians,
This Film camp takes place at Woodleigh School Senior Campus from Monday 10 August to Friday 14 August 2026.
5under5in5: 5 films. Under 5 minutes. Created in 5 days.
5under5in5 is a week‑long, school‑based filmmaking camp. Working in small teams, students plan, film, and edit five original short films, each under five minutes, across the week.
Students will explore different roles such as directing, acting, camera work, and editing while developing skills in storytelling, collaboration, and creative planning. Films will be developed across a range of genres, from music video to green screen, with a final film of your choice. This is your chance to bring that script idea to life and see it on Woodleigh’s big screen.
The camp concludes with a screening showcase, providing an opportunity to share completed films and reflect on the creative process. The camp will be based at school and most equipment will be supplied however, students are welcome to bring their own technical gear, props and costumes to realise their ideas.
Parents/Guardians, please urgently respond to the Consent2Go eForm and ensure that your child’s medical information is up to date.
In this booklet you will find further information regarding the camp, so please read through this carefully. We hope this information clarifies any questions you may have in relation to this camp. If there are any queries, please do not hesitate to contact me. We look forward to a fun and rewarding week.
Yours sincerely,
Ms Amy White Film Camp Coordinator
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Our camp is being held on the lands of the Bunurong, Boonwurrung, Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung, and Wurundjeri people and we wish to acknowledge them as Traditional Owners. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present. We are grateful to be visiting their land and we recognise their continuing culture and the contribution they make to the life of this land.
POLICY RELATING TO STUDENTS WITHDRAWING FROM ACTIVITIES WEEK CAMP/ABSENTEE CHARGEBACK POST CAMP
Activities Week Camp is a compulsory part of the school curriculum and all students are expected to participate. Bookings and arrangements are made on this expectation.
In the event that a student withdraws from the camp due to medical reasons, the school requires prior written notice accompanied by a valid medical certificate. In such cases, families will be responsible for all non refundable costs incurred, including but not limited to flights, accommodation, and other pre paid expenses.
For cancellations due to a change of mind or any non medical reasons, families will be charged the full camp fee.
SUNSMART POLICY
In keeping with the school’s “SunSmart” approach to outdoor activities, students are required to bring sunscreen, a protective hat (with a wide brim) and to wear tops which adequately cover the skin of the shoulders and back. In the event of swimming activities, students will need “rashies” or t shirts. Sunscreen is an additional protection it does not take the place of clothing or shade.
NUT POLICY
On Camp, we request that parents/students avoid bringing food products that contain nuts of any kind in order to minimise the risk to students with severe allergies.
The school cannot guarantee that the camp environment will be 100% allergen free, hence students with allergies need to remain vigilant in their decisions around any food that they ingest.
EMERGENCY SCHOOL CONTACT
In the event of an emergency, or if you need to urgently contact your child, please do not ring the camp (or your child) directly but rather contact the school during office hours on (03) 5971 6100 or contact after hours on mobile 0482 888 022
RESPOND TO CONSENT2GO EFORM
To enable staff to fulfil their duty of care to students, we need accurate and up to date information about medical and personal issues for all students. Please respond to the Consent2Go eForm and ensure that your child’s medical information is up to date. Any last minute changes should be communicated directly to the leader of the camp as well as updated on Consent2Go. We do rely on this information, and parents do have a duty of disclosure, to ensure all relevant information is known.
INFORMATION COLLECTION POLICY
Confidential medical and other sensitive information collected and used for the running of these camps will be handled in line with the School’s Privacy Policy.
POLICY RELATING TO STUDENTS SENT HOME FROM CAMP
Where a student does need to be sent home, for medical, personal, or discipline reasons, they will need to be collected from the camp by their parent/guardian (at their own expense) they cannot travel unaccompanied. In all cases, arrangements must be made with school and special arrangements may need to be in place for remote camps, i.e. 3 or more hours from school.
EXTREME WEATHER POLICY
We will modify our program based on weather forecasts we will be in contact with Woodleigh School to review the week’s weather as it unfolds. In the event of a day being forecast to be Extreme (under the CFA Fire Danger Rating system) the program will be modified at the least, to ensure safety in the heat, and evacuation plans in readiness. In the event of a day being forecast to be Code Red (Catastrophic), the program will be cancelled in advance and students evacuated the day before. The School will use SMS and email to communicate with parents in such cases.
ARTS: FILM CAMP INFORMATION
CAMP DATES
Monday 10 Friday 14 August 2026.
MEDICATION ON CAMP
If you believe your child needs to take medication during the school day on camp, please contact the School Nurse before Monday 3 August.
COST
The cost of this Activities Week Camp is in the range of $200 $350. The final cost will be charged to student accounts after camp week.
LOCATION
The camp is located in Woodleigh's Media room in Jago as well as around the Woodleigh grounds.
MEALS
Students should bring snacks, a water bottle and lunch each day. The school canteen will be open in a limited capacity during Activities Week, and there may be opportunities to buy lunch if students would like on certain days, so they may wish to bring some money.
ACTIVITIES
In Film Camp: 5under5in5, your child will develop their understanding of film making as a communication tool. They will develop ideas, experiment with techniques and develop final products which reflect their personal directorial styles. They will work every day with a DSLR/mirrorless camera to film their creations, and Adobe Premiere to edit the films.
The week will culminate in a film showcase to celebrate.
EQUIPMENT
Students are encouraged to bring their own camera, however a selection of DSLR cameras, tripods and lenses will be available for students to use during the week. During the camp meetings in the lead up to camp, we will collect information on whether you need to use any school equipment.
Bring your laptop and make sure you have Adobe Premiere installed before camp starts.
DO NOT BRING
Valuables or any articles that you wouldn't want to lose or break, an excessive amount of money, lollies, or any other electronic/digital devices that are not required for this camp.
MOBILE PHONES
A reminder that the Woodleigh School Mobile Phone policy will be in effect throughout the week. However, in some supervised scenarios, students may choose to use their phone for filming purposes.
RISK
There are elements of risk involved in this camp and whilst safety ratios and requirements will be adhered to, we believe it is important to make you aware of potential risks. These risks include but are not limited to:
• Soft tissue injury.
To mitigate the above risks, the following safety precautions will be taken:
• Daily assessment of weather and conditions will dictate locations used.
• Staff will have first aid training.
BEHAVIOURAL EXPECTATIONS
• As a participant in the Activities Week Camps program, there is a high level of responsibility and expectation with respect to behaviour. All normal school policies apply, in particular:
• Involvement with sex, drugs, smoking, vaping or alcohol is prohibited.
• A preparedness to participate wherever appropriate.
• Safety of all participants is paramount. Infringement of these policies may result in the student being sent home, at your own expense.
• It is a courtesy to be respectful and positive at all events, even those you personally find less interesting. A good night’s sleep will be essential being tired will not only affect you but also others on camp.
• Never leave school grounds/off site venue without the permission of a staff member.
• Each student is responsible for the immediate environment and must keep it tidy and not damage any of the surroundings.
FILM CAMP PROGRAM
DAY Break Times Program Times
Monday
8.45am Meet in J2 Jago
10:30am Morning Break
12.15pm Lunch
3.45pm Dismissal from Woodleigh
8.45am – Check in 9.00am – Welcome + Welcome activity 10.15am – Film 1 1.00pm – Film 2
Tuesday
8.45am Meet in J2 Jago
10:30am Morning Break
12.15pm Lunch
3.45pm Dismissal from Woodleigh
Wednesday
8.45am Meet in J2 Jago
10:30am Morning Break
12.15pm Lunch
3.00pm Dismissal from Woodleigh
8.45am – Check in 9.00am – Welcome 9.30am – Film 3 11.30am – Film 4
8.45am – Check in 9.00am – Welcome + Scriptwriting 10.15am – Film 5 1.00pm – Rehearsals and Scheduling
Thursday
8.45am Meet in J2 Jago
10:30am Morning Break
12.15pm Lunch
3.45pm Dismissal from Woodleigh
Friday
8.45am Start Meet in CAD room 10am Recess
12.35pm Lunch
8.45am – Check in 9.00am – Shoot 2.00pm – Rough Cut
3.45pm Dismissal from Woodleigh 8.45am – Check in 9.00am – Sound Design 1.00pm – Screening Set up 1.30pm Screening
Please note: These times and/or activities
MY CAMP CHECKLIST
Things to purchase / Things to take
