Programs overview
At Cottage, we are proudly dedicated to enhancing and enriching the lives of children experiencing vulnerability.
We do this by creating engaging tailored
short-stay programs to build self-confidence
and positive realtionships which in turn helps participants to learn and grow in their schools and communities.
Take a Break
Overview
Children aged 7–12 attend a program at Cottage for 3–5 days.
Focus
Programs are focused on inspiration, fun and opportunity.
Numbers
Approximately 30 programs are held each year.
What's involved
The Take a Break program encourages children aged 6-12 to be active, healthy, confident and respectful. The program offers fun and inspirational activities that challenge, encourage team building and experiential learning. Children are referred to Cottage by the Sea by eligible schools*, welfare agencies, government health departments or council services.
REEF
Overview
Children aged 11–14 attend 10 programs over 2 years.
Focus
Programs foster confidence, leadership and personal development.
Numbers
Approximately 10 programs are held over 2 years.
What's involved
The REEF program fosters confidence and leadership in young people aged 11-14 through 1 0 programs over 2 years. This program is designed to build essential life skills including resilience, leadership, teamwork and communications - key capabilities needed as they transition from Grade 6 to Year 7 and years that follow.
Mentor
Overview
Young people aged 13–18 attend up to 6 programs per year over 5 years.
Focus
Programs foster confidence and leadership, as well as personal and professional development.
Numbers
Approximately 6 programs are held each year.
What's involved
Participants can continue their personal growth in the Mentor program, which supports young people aged 13-18 with 5-6 programs annually for 5 years. This program aims to develop leadership skills and self belief, encouraging participants to seek out opportunities and develop into capable and dependable employees.
What to expect on a Cottage program
Cottage by the Sea programs are designed to offer children and young people a variety of fun activities, focused on challenging themselves in a safe environment.
If you're a parent, teacher or student coming to Cottage by the Sea, learn more about what you can expect on your visit.