Our weekly sessions are one hour long and held on a consistent day each week, based on your preference and our availability for the relevant age group. Both in-person and online sessions typically begin after school, with start times at 4:15 PM or 5:30 PM. On Saturdays, we offer a range of sessions running from 9:30 AM to 5:15 PM, available both online and in our studio, providing flexibility to suit your weekend schedule.

Our creative writing sessions are built around fostering a love of storytelling and teaching young writers the fundamental skills required to tell great stories. Each session lasts one hour and generally focuses on a specific aspect of creative writing, such as character development, world-building, or narrative structure. The session typically includes a fun and interactive discussion on the topic, examples, and a related writing exercise to spark creativity. Following this, there is dedicated writing time where the Story Mentor offers personalised feedback. Young writers are also encouraged to share their ideas and writing with the group. This format will vary somewhat depending on the group’s age, needs and interests. 

Additionally, our sessions frequently relate to broader Term-based themes or projects, which help our mentors to frame their lessons and provide exciting and engaging opportunities for our young writers, such as becoming published authors in our annual anthology!

When you sign up for a free trial, you’ll receive a Zoom link for the live session, where the program will take place. You’ll also be provided with a personalised Google Doc—initially blank—that will be used during the session for the young writer to jot down their story ideas. This document allows the story mentor to offer live feedback and guidance in real time. Additionally, you’ll receive access to a Padlet link, which serves as a digital pinboard for sharing ideas, resources, and ongoing discussion.

Start with a Free Trial

Your young writer is welcome to try a session for free! After the trial, we’ll reach out to help you secure a spot for the semester.

Join Anytime

If you start partway through the semester, you’ll only pay for the remaining weeks.

To view pricing details, just click the “Check Pricing” button.

Discounts for Returning Families

When you enrol for a full semester, you’ll get access to discounted rates—plus special early bird offers when you sign up early for the next semester.

No, parents cannot attend the sessions either in person or online. This policy ensures compliance with Story Studios Australia’s child safety policies, which emphasise the need for secure, supportive environments free from additional adult presence. Limiting attendance to participants and mentors helps maintain group dynamics, allowing children to feel more comfortable and open. Our trained mentors can then better facilitate a focused, creative, and supportive atmosphere for all young writers. If you anticipate any issues with settling your young writer into a new group or environment, please let us know in advance so we can support them to feel comfortable.

Story Studios Term Dates 2026

Semester 1

Term 1: Monday 2 February to Thursday 2 April 

Term 2: Monday 20 April to Saturday 27 June 

Semester 2

Term 3: Monday 13 July to Saturday 19 September 

Term 4: Monday 5 October to Saturday 5 December​ 

Note: All classes run in line with the Victorian government school terms. Classes do not run on Victorian public holidays. Fees have been calculated accordingly for affected classes.