How far is WonderLab Kids from St Ives?

WonderLab Kids is at 674 Pacific Highway, Killara. Drive via Mona Vale Road west to the Pacific Highway, then south to Killara — approximately 15–20 minutes. There is also a bus connection via Gordon station. Call 0497 284 440 for directions.

What does a school holiday art camp cost near St Ives?

Half-day sessions (3 hours) are $80 including all materials. Full-day sessions (9am–4pm) are $160. No additional costs — smocks and all art supplies are provided.

Is the WonderLab holiday camp a drop-off program?

Yes, all sessions are drop-off. Our qualified educator Victoria supervises all children throughout each session.

School Holiday Art Classes Near St Ives NSW

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School Holiday Art Classes Near St Ives, NSW

WonderLab Kids in Killara is a favourite for St Ives families seeking high-quality school holiday art programs. A 15–20 minute drive via Mona Vale Road and the Pacific Highway, it's the closest dedicated children's art studio to St Ives that offers the kind of structured, skill-building program that kids genuinely look forward to.

From junior camps exploring painting and mixed media, to senior sessions tackling advanced watercolour and acrylic techniques, every WonderLab holiday program is designed to challenge and inspire. All sessions are taught personally by Victoria, a qualified early childhood educator, with a maximum of 10 children per session.

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Getting here from St Ives: Drive via Mona Vale Road to the Pacific Highway and head south — about 15–20 minutes. Alternatively, take the bus to Gordon station and the T1 train one stop to Killara.
Studio address: 674 Pacific Highway, Killara NSW 2071.
📞 0497 284 440 | wonderlabkids@gmail.com

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School holiday art camp near St Ives — WonderLab Kids Killara

April 2026 Holiday Camp Schedule

674 Pacific Highway, Killara NSW 2071 — 15–20 min from St Ives.
Drop-off program. All art materials included. Phone: 0497 284 440

Junior Camps — Ages 5–8

Camp Name	Date	Time	Ages	Price	Book
The Life-Size Portrait Trace a life-size silhouette on giant paper and fill with bold colour and pattern	Tue, Apr 7	9:00–12:00	5–8	$80	Book
Pinwheel Puppets Design and assemble cardboard puppets with moving split-pin joints	Tue, Apr 7	13:00–16:00	5–8	$80	Book
Mini Woodland Hand-paint a fairy door and craft a peg-doll for a magical secret garden	Wed, Apr 8	9:00–12:00	5–8	$80	Book
Cardboard Vehicles Build and paint a custom vehicle with working moving wheels	Wed, Apr 8	13:00–16:00	5–8	$80	Book
My Dream House Sketch and paint a fantasy home with bold acrylics and 3D cardboard details	Mon, Apr 14	13:00–16:00	5–8	$80	Book
My First Still Life Layer oil pastels and acrylics to paint fruit and vegetables from life	Tue, Apr 15	9:00–12:00	5–8	$80	Book

Senior Camps — Ages 9+

Camp Name	Date	Time	Ages	Price	Book
Canvas Catch 'Em All Pokémon evolution multi-stage acrylic painting — full day intensive	Fri, Apr 10	9:00–16:00 (Full Day)	9+	$160	Book
The Flowing Dragon Watercolour dragon using advanced wet-on-wet and metallic paint details	Thu, Apr 16	9:00–12:00	9+	$80	Book
The Bold Bird Studio Peacock painting with advanced colour mixing and scratch-texture techniques	Thu, Apr 16	13:00–16:00	9+	$80	Book
My Dog's Portrait Impasto canvas portrait with finger-painted fur texture — full day intensive	Fri, Apr 17	9:00–16:00 (Full Day)	9+	$160	Book

💡 Tip for St Ives families: St Ives families often book a full-day session or back-to-back morning and afternoon camps to make the most of the drive. Your child can stay at the studio between sessions. View full holiday program →

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Close to St Ives

15–20 min drive via Mona Vale Road. The closest quality children's art studio to St Ives with a structured skill-building program.

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Expert Teaching

Victoria holds formal qualifications in early childhood education — every session is thoughtfully planned and personally taught, never left to casual staff.

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Young Archie Finalists

WonderLab students have been selected as finalists at the Art Gallery of NSW's Young Archie competition — reflecting the programme's genuine quality.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there school holiday art classes near St Ives?

Yes — WonderLab Kids in Killara is 15–20 minutes from St Ives via Mona Vale Road. We run art camps every school holidays for ages 5–12, with morning, afternoon and full-day options.

How do I get to WonderLab from St Ives?

Drive via Mona Vale Road to the Pacific Highway and head south — about 15–20 minutes. Alternatively, take the bus to Gordon station and the T1 train one stop to Killara. We're at 674 Pacific Highway, Killara NSW 2071. Call 0497 284 440 if you need help finding us.

What ages are the holiday camps for?

Junior camps for ages 5–8 and Senior camps for ages 9+. Both groups run morning and afternoon sessions, with select full-day options.

What does it cost and what's included?

Half-day sessions are $80 (incl. GST). Full-day sessions are $160 (incl. GST). All art materials and smocks are provided — nothing extra to bring.

Can my child do a morning and afternoon session on the same day?

Yes — they can stay at the studio between sessions. No separate pickup needed. Great for working parents.

How do I book?

Click any Book button in the schedule above. Or call us on 0497 284 440 or email wonderlabkids@gmail.com.

School Holiday Art Classes Near St Ives NSW — WonderLab Kids Art Studio Killara