Education programs at the Museum

  • Updated
    02/05/24

Enhance your students' learning experiences during their visit to the Museum with our educator-led programs, or book into one of our teacher events for your next professional development.

Educator-led programs

Early years programs

Primary school programs

Primary school excursion

Animals in our living world

In this Museum educator-led program, students will observe and explore some of the features that help animals survive in our living world.

Educator-led program
Science
Stages ES1–1
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Primary school excursion to Dinosaurs

Dinosaurs: Feathers, teeth and claws

In this Museum educator-led program, students will use fossil evidence and critical thinking skills to compare features of living animals to dinosaurs.

Educator-led program
Science
Stages ES1–1
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Kids in First Nations

Caring for Sea Country: Garrigarrang

Book in an educator-led program for your school group to explore the stories, objects, and artworks within Garrigarrang (Sea Country).

Educator-led program
First Nations
Stage 2
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Primary school excursion

Features of Country: Weaving plants and fibres

In this Museum educator-led program, students will learn about native plants from around NSW and other parts of Australia, the uses of these plants and the cultural significance they have to First Nations Peoples.

Educator-led program
First Nations, Geography
Stages 2–3
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Primary school excursion

Minibeasts

Investigate the life and features of different minibeasts in this Museum educator-led program.

Educator-led program
Science
Stages 2–3
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Primary school excursion

Animal features and the environment

Using hands-on resources and problem-solving skills, students will learn how the features of animals help them survive in the environment.

Educator-led program
Science
Stages 2–3
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Earth: Rocks and minerals

Earth: Rocks and minerals

Explore a range of rocks and minerals in this hands-on Museum educator-led program.

Educator-led program
Science
Stages 2–3
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Papua New Guinea Bilas - Body Mask in Wansolmoana

Pasifika Roots: Wansolmoana

In this Museum educator-led program, students will explore the diverse cultures within the pacific community. Through hands-on activities students will examine significant Pasifika Objects and their deep connection to Pasifika Cultures.

Educator-led program
Pasifika, Science, HSIE
Stages 2-3
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Secondary school programs

Teacher events

Earth: Rocks and minerals

A Day at the Museum

A Day at the Museum is an access initiative providing support to enable eligible students to attend education programs and exhibitions at the Australian Museum.

Access initiative
Stages ES1-S6
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Nights at the Museum 20 May 2021

Teachers' nights at the Museum

Come along and meet our Education team and discover the fantastic learning opportunities on offer at the Museum.

Teacher events
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Adorned

Waranara Teacher Professional Development

In this new Australian Museum teacher professional development program, learn about First Nations histories and cultures.

Teacher events
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DigiVol Online

Teacher support on demand

Connect with one of the Australian Museum’s education specialists to chat about how the Museum can support you to meet your teaching/learning goals.

Teachers
Via Zoom
On demand
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Virtual excursions