Real results
The shows are proven to improve understanding and ease the transition of children returning to school following treatment.
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Learning and FUN for the whole school community
The Camp Quality Puppets have been teaching kids about cancer for over 30 years, with an entertaining puppet show offered to schools and Early Learning Centres free of charge, right across Australia.
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Knowledge for life
Developed in line with Australian and State-based curricula and the Early Years Learning Framework.
Everyone benefits
The entire school becomes better equipped to deal with cancer in their families and their community.
Through storytelling and engaging puppets, our children explored what cancer is in a gentle, age-appropriate way while learning important messages about kindness, empathy and how we can support others who may be going through a difficult time. A huge thank you to Camp Quality for delivering such a meaningful , engaging and memorable experience for our children.
Nido Early School, Cumberland Park
South Australia
Our children enjoyed the Bench Buddy Puppet Show presented by Camp Quality. Through engaging puppets, storytelling and laughter, children were gently introduced to the importance of being a “Bench Buddy” , someone who offers kindness, friendship and support to others who may be experiencing challenges, including illness such as cancer. Thank you to Camp Quality for delivering such a meaningful and age appropriate experience that sparked important conversations about compassion and caring for others.
Little Assets Melbourne City Early Learning
Victoria
The puppet show was a very heartfelt, educational experience and my family was invited to attend at the school. I was amazed how well Camp Quality’s puppet show was able to capture our experience through storytelling.
Grace
Camp Quality mum
Through the engaging Buddy Bench show the children explored important messages about friendship, kindness, and looking out for one another. The performance also gently introduced big topics like cancer and chemotherapy in an age appropriate and reassuring way supporting children to build understanding, empathy, and confidence to support others who may be going through a tough time. There were lots of smiles, laughter, and thoughtful conversations with the children eagerly joining in and sharing their ideas.
Federation Children Early Learning Centre
Victoria
Camp Quality’s Cancer Education Program was instrumental in creating an environment where my son felt supported by his friends and teachers, and where he did not have to carry the burden of fear and confusion alone. They helped explain that every cancer journey is unique and encouraged my son and his classmates to look at his sister's situation with optimism.
Billie
Camp Quality mum
The program helped break down myths, reduce stigma, and encourage kindness, empathy and understanding for children and families impacted by cancer. Students explored how they can support others in their community through compassion, friendship and inclusion. A huge thank you to Camp Quality for sharing such a meaningful and powerful message with our students.
St Aidens Primary School
New South Wales
We have some students with cancer, so it was great to see an age-appropriate show that helps young children understand what their friends are going through and to help them develop empathy, compassion and understanding. Education is the best way to encourage this! A wonderful show!
Teacher
Primary school
The amazing team from Camp Quality brought their fun-filled puppet show to our centre spreading laughter, joy, and powerful messages about friendship, resilience, and understanding. One of the most important lessons shared was that you can’t catch cancer helping our little ones understand and feel confident, curious, and kind when learning about others who may be going through tough times. Our children were captivated by the puppets and the heartfelt stories. Thank you Camp Quality for bringing so many smiles and for helping us nurture empathy and strength in our young minds
Monkey Bars Play & Learn Centre
Western Australia
Our students enjoyed the fun and interactive performances, which helped them learn about cancer in an age appropriate way and understand how to support friends or family members who may be impacted. We appreciate the important work Camp Quality does in helping schools build understanding, empathy and supportive communities.
Lucas Primary School
Victoria
Through storytelling, children were gently introduced to understanding illness, including cancer, and explored important ideas around kindness, empathy and inclusion. It was a meaningful experience that encouraged children to care for and support others in our community.
Parafield Gardens Children's Centre
South Australia
At the beginning of the Camp Quality puppet show, they asked the kids to put up their hand if they thought they could ‘catch’ cancer. My heart sank a little when more than half of them put up their hands. At the end of the show, they asked the same question and everyone yelled out no! This is why educating our kids is so important. Highly recommend getting your school involved in this conversation with the help of the puppets!
Elysia
Camp Quality mum
The Impact of Our Puppets on Children Facing Cancer
Our fun and interactive puppet show helps schools create supportive communities for any child impacted by cancer—whether they are dealing with their own diagnosis or that of a sibling, parent, or carer. The engaging performances help dispel common misunderstandings about cancer, such as the misconception that cancer can be spread, and provide a shared language to facilitate meaningful conversations.
Supportive Community Building
The Cancer Education Program, featuring the much-loved Camp Quality Puppets, delivers age-appropriate education that fosters empathy and understanding among classmates. By breaking down myths and encouraging open dialogue, the program helps children learn how to support their peers facing cancer, creating a more compassionate school environment.
Comprehensive Educational Resources
Our program is supported by a suite of educational resources aligned with the Australian Curriculum, Early Learning Framework, and state-based curriculums. These resources ensure that the important conversations sparked by the puppet shows continue long after the performance is over. Additionally, our Cancer Education Digital Program is available to schools via streaming platforms, making it accessible to all.
Relevant Themes for Kids
Our program addresses themes that are crucial for children to understand:
- You can’t catch cancer from someone else.
- Treatments and side effects of cancer.
- How to be supportive of someone facing cancer.
- The importance of recognizing our own strengths and the power of positivity.
Our program is offered at no cost to schools or students. Invite the Camp Quality Puppets to your school to help create a supportive and informed community.
Our Puppet Shows
Our free, age-appropriate puppet shows help children understand cancer in an engaging and reassuring way. We offer three tailored performances for Early Learning and Primary School audiences, with our teams touring metropolitan and regional areas across Australia.
The Buddy Bench
Early Learning | Ages 3–5 | 30 minutes
Kylie has cancer and feels nervous about returning to her Early Learning Centre and looking different following chemotherapy. With a little help from her friend Dean, will Kylie find her confidence again?
Brave Ariel
First year of Primary School–Year 2 | 30 minutes
Ariel has a brain tumour. How will she explain to her schoolmates why she has lost her hair, and why she can’t go to Lucy’s birthday party?
The Big Move
Years 3–6 | 60 minutes
Siblings Tom and Ariel’s lives are turned upside down when they move to the city for Ariel’s cancer treatment. It’s a big adjustment for everyone. Will it work out in the end?
Bringing the shows to your school or service
Our puppet shows are free to book and supported by curriculum-aligned resources to help educators continue the conversation after the show.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, our Cancer Education Program is completely free of charge for schools and early learning centres.
Yes, it aligns with the Australian and State-based curriculums. The puppet shows are also supported with educational resources.
Yes, however delivery options and availability may vary. This may include livestream sessions or waitlisting for regional tours.
While we primarily deliver to early learning centres and primary schools, we can also support other groups such as OSHC, scouts, community groups, and similar organisations where appropriate.
The program is designed for children aged 3–12 years with tailored performances for Early Years, Lower Primary and Upper Primary students. We generally don’t recommend it for younger children or babies.
We can accommodate up to 350 children per session, depending on the space and set-up.
No. The program is designed for all children, regardless of whether they have a personal connection to cancer. Alongside its educational benefits, the program helps children develop understanding, empathy, and supportive behaviours towards peers who may be experiencing their own cancer diagnosis or the diagnosis of a parent, carer, or sibling.
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Puppet Team: 1300 662 267
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