Ready for what’s next?
So are your students
Narmbool Lodge is your next-step school camp: more independence, more reflection, more impact.
Ready for What’s Next?
So are your students
Narmbool Lodge is your next-step school camp: more independence, more reflection, more impact.
When your students outgrow the usual camp…
Younger year levels thrive at The Briars – but as students grow, so should their experiences. Older students need more challenge, more space, and more opportunity to reflect.
Educators need a venue that evolves with them.
Narmbool LODGE: Designed for Progression
Located between Geelong and Ballarat, Narmbool gives students a chance to step up — through thoughtfully designed programs that develop independence, resilience, and environmental awareness.
It’s everything you expect from BOE — just on a bigger scale.
why schools choose narmbool LODGE
A mature program designed to develop student agency, teamwork, and confidence.
Rooted in the environment, curriculum-aligned with risk docs and practical outcomes built in.
Simple booking, a familiar process, and full support from BOE’s experienced team every step of the way.
Perfect for Years 5-9
Whether you’re planning a senior primary adventure or a reflective secondary experience, Narmbool Lodge fits.
With flexible spaces, wide-open landscapes, and tailored programming, it’s an ideal fit for middle/senior school outdoor education, enrichment, or leadership.
Same team. Same systems. New setting.
(Trusted by over 80 Victorian schools)
What’s included in a Narmbool LODGE experience?
Comfortable, Purpose-Built Group Accommodation
The lodge features 16 rooms, each with private ensuite bathrooms—offering comfort and privacy for both students and staff. Wheelchair-friendly pathways, accommodation, and programs designed to inclusive for all abilities.
Spacious Communal Areas for Connection
The heart of camp life happens in Narmbool’s welcoming communal spaces. Enjoy a large dining hall seating up to 100 guests, a cozy lounge with A/V tech for downtime or group sessions, plus an outdoor campfire area perfect for reflection, connection, and storytelling.
Dedicated Classrooms & Learning Spaces
Narmbool supports learning beyond the classroom with two purpose-built education spaces that adapt easily for workshops, lessons, or meetings. Surrounded by natural landscapes, these spaces offer a seamless transition between indoor learning and hands-on outdoor experiences.
Build Leadership, Teamwork & Confidence
Programs are designed to develop student agency, collaboration, and resilience. Through problem-solving challenges, group tasks, and outdoor activities, students learn to lead, communicate, and work together in meaningful ways, building skills they’ll carry beyond camp.
Curriculum-Aligned, Outcome-Focused Learning
Narmbool connects learning to the real world. Programs are tailored to meet curriculum goals, with links to sustainability, science, geography, general capabilities, and personal development. Risk docs, learning outcomes, and practical skills are all built in.
Adventure, Connection & Lifelong Memories
Beyond learning, Narmbool offers space for students to connect with nature, explore wide-open landscapes, and experience the joy of outdoor adventure. From environmental stewardship to campfire chats, every moment is designed to be memorable, meaningful, and fun.
Hands-On Environmental Education
Narmbool’s unique landscapes offer students the chance to explore ecosystems, biodiversity, and sustainability firsthand. Programs embed environmental learning through land care, habitat restoration, and real-world examples of how natural systems thrive and interact.
Sustainability at the Heart of Camp Life
Sustainability isn’t just taught—it’s lived. Narmbool models sustainable practices through eco-friendly infrastructure, waste reduction, water management, and land stewardship. Students see sustainability in action and understand how their choices impact the environment.
Inspiring Future Environmental Stewards
Through immersive experiences, students develop a deeper connection to the natural world. Whether it’s exploring bushland, understanding regenerative farming, or participating in conservation projects, Narmbool fosters respect for nature and empowers students to be future caretakers of our planet.
Delicious, Nutritious Catered Meals
Enjoy the ease of fully catered camps with hearty, nutritious meals prepared onsite in our commercial kitchen. Our menus are designed to fuel active days, with flexible options to suit dietary needs, keeping students and staff well-fed, happy, and energised.
Supportive, Experienced Staff Onsite
Our friendly BOE staff are with you every step of the way. From helping run activities to offering logistical support, they’re there to make the program smooth, safe, and stress-free, so teachers can focus on students, not the small stuff.
Thoughtful Touches That Make Camp Easy
It’s the little things that matter, accessible pathways, warm indoor spaces for downtime, a cozy campfire for evenings together, and flexible spaces that adapt to your group’s needs. Everything is designed to make camp feel comfortable, welcoming, and well-organised.
Let’s Get Your Camp Sorted
Booking is open now and we’re happy to help with info, dates, and planning support.
If Narmbool isn’t the right fit for your group, it could be the perfect match for a colleague’s program. Share this page or grab the info pack to pass along to someone in your team who’s planning their next camp.
Got Questions? We’ve Got You Covered
Whether you’re wondering about accommodation, catering, programs, or planning logistics, we’re here to help. Check out the FAQs below or get in touch—our team is always happy to chat through the details and make camp planning simple.