2-4 June 2026

SCHOOLS PROGRAM

An unforgettable three days of storytelling magic

2-4 June 2026

SCHOOOLS PROGRAM

An unforgettable three days of storytelling magic

Our Schools Program is a vibrant celebration of storytelling, inspiring young minds across the Mid North Coast with interactive sessions packed with creativity and imagination.

With more than 2,500 students from primary and secondary schools involved, it’s an incredible opportunity for students to meet renowned Australian authors right in their classrooms, helping to spark a lifelong love for reading and writing that lasts a lifetime!

This is your chance to bring the magic of literature into your school, with dynamic authors delivering captivating presentations to your students.

The program runs for just three days, and spots fill up fast – make sure you don’t miss out!

For further information contact Rachel Young:

schoolsprogram@bellingenwritersfestival.com.au

Our Schools Program is a vibrant celebration of storytelling, inspiring young minds across the Mid North Coast with interactive sessions packed with creativity and imagination.

With more than 2,500 students from primary and secondary schools involved, it’s an incredible opportunity for students to meet renowned Australian authors right in their classrooms, helping to spark a lifelong love for reading and writing that lasts a lifetime!

This is your chance to bring the magic of literature into your school, with dynamic authors delivering captivating presentations to your students.

The program runs for just three days, and spots fill up fast – make sure you don’t miss out!

For further information contact Rachel Young:

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OUR AUTHORS

OUR AUTHORS

HOW TO BOOK A SESSION FOR YOUR SCHOOL

1. Complete the booking form below by 1 March 2026. (Please note – authors are allocated in the order of the booking forms being received.)
2. Note your preferred author(s) and date(s).
3. Choose your preferred session time(s).

You will be contacted during March 2026 with an offer of sessions based on your preferences. Invoices will be issued in late April so they can be settled prior to the session.

SCHOOL INFORMATION

CONTACT INFORMATION

TRANSPORT and MEALS

We are a not-for-profit organisation and would appreciate your assistance if possible with the following:

MEALS

Our school will be able to provide morning tea or lunch as needed for the author: *

TRANSPORT

Our school can provide transport for the author, between schools during the day if needed: *

Please note, any volunteer drivers will need to share their licence number, registration and insurance details with BRWF.

AUTHOR PREFERENCES

1ST AUTHOR PREFERENCE

2ND AUTHOR PREFERENCE

3RD AUTHOR PREFERENCE

ANY OTHER INFORMATION

“Our students love the experience that they get from the visiting authors. Thank you for providing this fantastic opportunity for our students over the valley.”

Macksville Public School

“The connection created between our young people and authors inspires our students and authors for future works.”

Casuarina Steiner School, Coffs Harbour

“The performance / workshop was fantastic – just mind-blowing!”

Coffs Harbour High School

“In short, the most organised festival I’ve ever been part of. It was fabulous.”

Claire Saxby

“Teachers reported the students were highly engaged and sessions were excellent and enjoyable. Great real-world connection to both authors and an important community event.”

Bellingen Public School

“Every year the author visit is a highlight for our students and they respond to the visit with great enthusiasm… To have the opportunity to participate in this festival is invaluable. It benefits and supports our students educationally, as well as emotionally and socially.”

Mount St John’s Primary School, Dorrigo

“The teachers, librarians and students I got an opportunity to talk to were awesome! … It was a dream week! Thank you!”

Lee Constable

“One of the most organised, friendly and respectful events I’ve ever attended.”

Rebecca Timmis