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The Australian Directory of School Activities, Excursions and Accommodation is your one-stop resource for keeping you and your school in the loop – so you can plan fabulous and awe-inspiring excursions and camps!
Educators know that time off is a precious commodity. Long weekends offer a golden opportunity to recharge, rejuvenate, and return to their classrooms with renewed energy and enthusiasm. However, making the most of this time requires a bit of planning and intentionality.
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International Women's Day holds profound significance as a global celebration of women's achievements, progress, and the ongoing pursuit of gender equality.
Sydney, Australia is a vibrant city, known for its lively atmosphere and diverse cultural scene. Throughout the year, the city plays host to an array of festivals and events that offer exciting and enriching experiences for school groups.
Teachers are embracing several innovative practices and technologies to enhance student learning experiences and adapt to the evolving educational landscape. Here are some notable trends and developments in education that teachers are incorporating into their practice:
School excursions are an exciting part of a student’s learning journey and contributes to the development of well-rounded individuals who are prepared to navigate and thrive in an increasingly interconnected world. Meaningful travel experiences can have a lasting impact on students' personal growth, cultural understanding, and academic development.
Sounds wonderful but, the planning and organisation of these excursions often fall on the shoulders of the teachers who are already time poor. Anyone who has ever planned an excursion will know it can be admin intensive and time consuming. Planning a school excursion requires careful organisation and attention to detail so we have listed some key points to help you get started:
Need some ideas for your next school excursion in and around Melbourne
Melbourne and surrounds has so many exciting attractions and fun things to do on your school excursions and with the restrictions easing it is a great time to plan an excursion. With its historical laneways, vibrant parks and gardens and iconic and grand buildings and sport areas. Melbourne is filled with amazing attractions, experiences and fun and educational activities for your students to enjoy on their school excursions in and around Melbourne.
New school year, new classmates, and maybe a few butterflies in the stomach! The first week can be a bit awkward, especially if you're not sure how to strike up a conversation with someone new. Fear not! Here are some cool ideas to make that first week awesome for your teenage students
Australia Day is a significant national celebration that marks the anniversary of the arrival of the First Fleet at Sydney Cove in 1788. While it is a day of festivities and national pride for many Australians, it's crucial to recognise that for Indigenous Australians, this day carries a different significance. For Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, Australia Day is a reminder of the loss of their cultures, lands, and families during colonisation.
School excursions offer students the opportunity to learn beyond the confines of their classrooms.