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Perth Zoo
Discovery
and Learning
Programs for schools
in 2018
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For 2018 only These programs include:
• Zoo entry
Dinosaurs & • entry to a 30 minute interactive performance
Journey back in time
Megafauna • zoorassic activity trail to explore the Zoo
Bookings essential
Zoorassic Park
Journey back in time.…
Cost: $13.50 per student
Years: K–6
8 Oct–20 Nov
Journey back in time with Professor Fossil and
discover why dinosaurs disappeared 65 million
years ago and were replaced by megafauna
like giant kangaroos and wombats! Follow
clues that explain the past and learn what we
can do to prevent further extinctions.
Zoo Fest 2018
Cost: $15 per student
Years: K–6
21 Nov–12 Dec
Celebrate the end of the school year in zoorassic style.
In addition to the Journey back in time performance,
students have the chance to:
• enjoy exclusive access to the Playleozone activity area
• meet one of our special animals up very close!
Planning Your Excursion
Education experience
Have one of our experienced educators deliver a 45–60 minute
education experience which links to the Australian Curriculum.
Education Experience (includes entry) Cost per student
Primary and Secondary (K–12) $13.50 (GST exempt)
Tertiary $20.50 (GST exempt)
Self-guided
Manage a self-guided experience yourself.
Self-guided Visit (entry only) Cost per student
Primary and Secondary (K–12) $10.50 (GST exempt)
Tertiary $17.50 (GST exempt)
Book online
perthzoo.com.au/schools-booking-form
Schools are required to make a booking for all Zoo
visits and programs to access our special pricing.
Enquiries
Email: discoveryandlearning@perthzoo.wa.gov.au
Call: 08 9474 0365 (Mon-Fri)
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Kindergarten-Year 3 Education Experiences Outdoor sessions
have cover options for
Duration: 45 minutes all weather conditions
Cost: $13.50 per student
Sustainability Sustainability
Bush Party Years K–2 Focus Magic Rainforest - Asia Years 1–3 Focus
Science as a Human Endeavour | Science Inquiry Skills Science as a Human Endeavour / Science Inquiry Skills
Science Understanding (Biological Sciences) Science Understanding (Biological Sciences)
Geographical Knowledge and Understanding | Geographical Knowledge and Understanding |
Geographical Inquiry Skills. Geographical Inquiry Skills.
After hearing an original story, children explore Students participate in a roleplay using puppets
the Australian Bushwalk wearing colourful native and costumes to explore the basic needs of Asian
animal costumes. Groups report back on how our species and threats to their survival. They
native animals meet their basic needs for survival. discover that protecting trees ensures that
Students identify actions they can take to help rainforests stay magical places for both animals
conserve our bushland habitats. *Modified if and people.
weather is inclement. Sustainability
Who Am I? Years K–3 Focus
Magic Forest - Australia Years 1–3 Science as a Human Endeavour | Science Understanding
Science as a Human Endeavour | Science Inquiry Skills (Biological Sciences) | Science Inquiry Skills
Science Understanding (Biological Sciences) In this fun and interactive experience students
Geographical Knowledge and Understanding | discover the identity of a mystery creature by
Geographical Inquiry Skills.
comparing animal groups and their coverings.
Students participate in a roleplay using puppets An understanding of classification gives students
and costumes to explore the basic needs of our a better appreciation of biodiversity within animal
native species and threats to their survival. They groups.
discover that protecting trees ensures that forests
stay magical places for both animals and people.
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Come and learn about the magic of
animals and where they live.
KINDERGARTEN -YEAR 3
3
Years 4-6 Education Experiences
Duration: 50 minutes
Cost: $13.50 per student
Sustainability
Going…Going…Gone? Focus African Safari Terms 3 and 4 only.
Science as a Human Endeavour | Science Inquiry Skills Science as a Human Endeavour | Science Inquiry Skills
Science Understanding (Biological Sciences) Science Understanding (Biological Sciences)
Geographical Knowledge and Understanding Geographical Knowledge and Understanding
The south-west of Western Australia is a Come on safari and experience the struggle for
biodiversity hotspot which needs our protection. survival in the African Savannah. Investigate
Students take on the role of a native species in a adaptions and strategies to improve an animal’s
high energy game of survival. They also ability to eat and avoid being eaten!
investigate key threats in the region and how to
create fauna-friendly habitats for local wildlife. Aussie Walkabout
Science as a Human Endeavour / Science Inquiry Skills /
Asian Trek Science Understanding (Biological Sciences)
Science as a Human Endeavour | Science Inquiry Skills Explore the unique and well adapted Australian
Science Understanding (Biological Sciences) animals that call the bush their home. Learn how
Take a journey through the Asian Rainforest and humans and other factors have affected these
discover the incredible diversity of life that is animals and ways that science can help ensure
found there. Identify the animal adaptations and their long term survival.
interactions required to survive in this unique
environment.
Outdoor sessions
have cover options for
all weather conditions
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The best possible place for
students to see amazing animal
adaptations in action.
YEARS 4–6
5
Years 7-10 Education Experiences
Duration: 50 minutes
Cost: $13.50 per student
Sustainability
The Danger Games Focus Animal Adaptations
Science as a Human Endeavour | Science Inquiry Skills Science Inquiry Skills | Science Understanding (Biological
Science Understanding (Biological Sciences) Sciences)
Geographical Knowledge and Understanding / Geographical Geographical Knowledge and Understanding / Geographical
Inquiry and Skills Inquiry and Skills
Students explore threatening processes and effects After discovering some of the amazing ways animals
on WA native species through an interactive game from around the world have adapted to their
where they are the decision makers. Which species environments, students are challenged to create a
will survive and why? How can the students change unique species that exhibits ideal adaptations for
the game to improve the chances of survival for all survival in Perth in 2100. The speed of human
species? induced change and its consequences are discussed
and we explore what actions students can take to
reduce impacts.
Local and global environmental
education opportunities for students Fantastic Beasts and How
to Name Them Year 7 only
Science Understanding (Biological Sciences)
Hierarchical systems and naming conventions are
used to discover more about a selection of fantastic
beasts. Students investigate why classification is an
essential tool for animal conservation highlighted
through a variety of practical and interactive
examples.
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Years 11-12 Education Experiences
Duration: 60 minutes
Cost: $13.50 per student
The Cold Shoulder – Homeostatic Highly Classified
responses to environmental change Biological Science: Unit 1 (ATAR and General)
Biological Science: Unit 4 (ATAR) Students explore how classification helps to analyse,
Investigate structural features, behavioural responses organise and communicate biodiversity data through
and physiological mechanisms that help animals hands on investigation and discover how classification
maintain a relatively constant internal environment. is based on differences and relatedness.
Using the stimulus‐response model, students explore
the regulation of temperature, utilisation of water, Past and Present Primates
production of nitrogenous waste, as well as the Human Biological Science: Unit 4 (ATAR)
concentration of salts and gases. Students examine why humans are classified as
‘Primates’ and the evolutionary trends within this order.
Monkey See, Monkey Do Comparative anatomy, physiology and behaviour are
Psychology: Unit 3 (ATAR and General) used to identify the similarities and differences between
Psychology: Unit 4 (ATAR) the Hominidae (Great Ape) family and traits of early
Students discover how the principles of learning Hominins are also explored.
(including examples of operant conditioning and
systematic desensitisation) have been applied to the
care and management of zoo animals. Animal social
structure and communication is explored through the
collection and evaluation of data.
Sustainability
Brilliant Biodiversity Focus
Biological Science: Unit 1, Unit 4 (ATAR and General)
Students investigate measurements of biodiversity,
different monitoring techniques, current threats and
Western Australian conservation action including Perth
Zoo’s involvement in recovery plans.
Learning experiences YEARS 7–12
beyond the classroom
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Zoo Camp
Overnight
Duration: 5:00pm – 9:00am
Cost: $82 per student, $11 adults
Years: 4–6
September – March (excluding school holidays)
Experience a magical night of fun and conservation at the Zoo!
This fully facilitated overnight camp will help your students
make memories that will last a life time.
Book online:
perthzoo.com.au/zoocamp Explore zoo
life after dark
Team Building
Teaming with Wildlife
Duration: 1.5 hours
Cost: $16.50 per student
Years: 5–12
A unique leadership and team building program set within
a conservation context. Students work in teams to find
imaginative ways to solve animal-related challenges.
A great program for your student leaders, school sporting
teams or a reward day for your class.
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Discovering Australia
Duration: 45 minutes
Cost: $13.50 per student
Years: K–12
Students discover Australian
animals through hands-on
activities and learn what makes
them so unique. Plenty
of opportunities for group
discussion and photos.
Zoo CAmp / TEAm BuIlDING / EAl / ED SuppoRT
Education Support
Amazing Animals
Duration: 45 minutes
Cost: $13.50 per student
Years: K–12
We welcome students with diverse learning
needs to discover the amazing animals at
Perth Zoo. Facilitated sessions can be tailored
to suit your group’s needs and ablilities.
9School Holiday Programs
Keeper Kids Ages 5–7
Keeper Kids go behind-the-scenes with Zoo staff
and spend a jam-packed morning learning how
we care for our animals.
Time: 9:30am – 12:30pm
Cost: $48.00 per participant
perthzoo.com.au/program/keeper-kids
Zoo Crew Ages 8–13
Participants get up-close-and-personal with zoo
animals, make special animal treats, meet keepers
and go into restricted access areas of the Zoo.
Time: 9:30am – 3:30pm
Cost: $89.00 per participant
($77.50 early bird discount)
perthzoo.com.au/program/zoo-crew
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in the holidays?
Cost: $10.50 per student
Suitable for all ages
Book your group in for a unique, fun and
interactive day out! We’ve got something
new to experience every holidays.
Wild Vets Ages 14–18
Designed for animal lovers or those thinking about
working with animals. Spend the day behind-the-scenes
with a Perth Zoo veterinarian. Learn about the health and
care of our amazing animals great and small.
SChool holIDAY ACTIvITIES
Time: 9:15am – 3:00pm
Cost: $120.00 per participant
perthzoo.com.au/program/wild-vets
School holiday programs
designed for the
animal enthusiast!
11Teacher Professional Learning Want to do something wild on your next school development day? We tailor workshops to meet your needs. Learn about: • incorporating Perth Zoo into the broader curriculum • sustainability and biodiversity across the Australian Curriculum All workshops include interactive animal encounters. Team building options are also available. Book online perthzoo.com.au/schools/teacher-learning-programs
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TEAChER pRofESSIoNAl lEARNINGPerth Zoo
Open 7 days 9am–5pm
20 Labouchere Rd Are you a fan of Perth Zoo?
South Perth WA 6151 Keep up-to-date with the latest news on:
ABN 12 249 686 526
Phone: 08 9474 0365 (Mon – Fri)
Email: discoveryandlearning@perthzoo.wa.gov.au #perthzoo @perthzoo
Photos by Zoo staff perthzoo.com.au/efriends
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