Residential english camp for visiting overseas groups

Host short stays for young overseas groups with morning English lessons and Aussie activities, using hired venues.

Startup costA$5k to A$25k

Monthly revenueA$3k to A$15k

Time needed15+ h/week

First incomeMonths

A$5k-25k
Part-time
Own premises
Licence or permit needed

Estimates for a small start in Australia, not guarantees.

What it is

A multi-day residential or homestay-based program for groups of young learners visiting from overseas. Mornings are English lessons and the rest of the day is activities such as wildlife visits, beach days or sport, run from a hired campsite, school boarding house or lodge.

Your first three steps

Research the visa and course rules for short youth programs and talk to a few established operators or agents about what they look for
Shortlist venues and accommodation, get quotes, and cost one pilot group of a size you can staff safely
Reach out to overseas schools and education agents with a clear sample itinerary and a safeguarding policy

Who pays

Overseas parents and schools, usually through education agents or school partners who book whole groups.

How it makes money

A package price per student covering lessons, activities and often accommodation and meals, with your margin after venue, staff and transport costs. Bookings usually come well ahead of the season.

Skills that help

Programme planning and logistics
Teaching or managing teachers
Duty of care for young people
Building relationships with agents and schools

Watch out for

Check whether your program needs CRICOS registration or other approvals, as rules depend on visa type and course length
Working with Children Checks, child safe policies and duty of care for overnight stays
Check state or territory rules for accommodating minors and for overnight camps
Public liability and activity insurance, plus travel and medical arrangements for overseas children
Cash flow, since deposits and venue costs are paid before groups arrive and one cancellation can hurt
Check your tax obligations, including GST once you pass the threshold

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Questions people ask

How much does it cost to start a residential English camp?

Startup costs are typically around $5,000 to $25,000, depending on your venues, activities and insurance. These are estimates. Deposits and venue costs are paid before groups arrive, so plan your cash flow carefully.

How much can a residential English camp business earn?

Monthly revenue is typically around $3,000 to $15,000, depending on group sizes and how often you run programs. One cancellation can hurt, so check your booking and deposit terms before you take bookings.

What rules apply to running an English camp for overseas groups?

Check whether your program needs CRICOS registration or other approvals, as rules depend on visa type and course length. Also check Working with Children Checks, child safe policies, state or territory rules for accommodating minors and overnight camps, and insurance for activities.