Est 1970
Blackwood Special Schools
Outdoor Education Centre
Located in Blackwood surrounded by the stunning Wombat State Forest, it is a destination exclusively for students from Victorian Special Schools, where they are given every opportunity to laugh, live, learn and have fun through outdoor adventure-based programs.
Our Key Learning AreasResilience & Teamwork
Accommodation SitesSchool, Residence & Tent Shelter
A Destination for Exploration
2022 Blackwood Apply for a Program important dates:-
- 7am - Monday 18th October 2021 ... Applications OPEN
- 11:59pm - Sunday 7th November 2021 ... Applications CLOSE
While applications are open, NO 2022 Programs will be allocated.
Within a four (4) week period of the applications closing, schools will be notified of their exact 2022 Program allocations.
Watch this video to help prepare your school and yourself for applying for a 2022 Blackwood Program. Through the process you will require the following information:-
- How long you'd like to stay at Blackwood
- Where you'd like to stay
- Number of groups
- Number of students & staff
- Age of students
- Blackwood Curriculum Focus
Please remember, if you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact Blackwood Staff who will be more than willing to help:-
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- 03 5368-6768
We look forward to welcoming and working with your students & staff in 2022 and beyond.
LessonsPrograms suitable for all to experience
The layout of the Centre complements and utilises the natural beauty of the property to provide a variety of activity sites.
All designed to challenge students both individually, and, within a team environment to further their personal, emotional, social and physical development.
Our team is focused on appreciation, respect, tolerance, teamwork, challenge and inclusion.