Cockatoo Island
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Wireless internet
Overnight amenities
Looking for exciting school excursion ideas? Step out of the classroom and embark on a remarkable learning adventure at Cockatoo Island. Our captivating school programs align with key syllabus areas of the NSW Curriculum and promote inquiry-based learning.
Most importantly, your students will have a blast engaging with historical artifacts from various eras and exploring one of Sydney Harbour's most extraordinary locations alongside our experienced education staff. Situated at the junction of the Parramatta and Lane Cove Rivers in Sydney Harbour, Cockatoo Island is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Originally covered in dense sandstone knolls, it is the largest of several islands in the area.
Journey
into knowledge!
Why were convicts sent to sydney, how did they live, and how do we know? 'convict times' guides stage 2 students to understand how past decisions and beliefs are still evident today....
YEAR
3
4
SUBJECT
Humanities & Social Science
Through an evaluation of primary and secondary sources, year 7 to 10 students will gain insights into australia’s major social, political and technological developments....
YEAR
7
8
9
10
SUBJECT
Humanities & Social Science
Is your history class preparing for the Higher School Certificate? We recommend Social and Maritime Case Study......
YEAR
11
12
SUBJECT
Humanities & Social Science
During this excursion, students will investigate and examine various ‘making’ practices from cockatoo island’s history - from convict-made buildings to the dockyard and industrial precinct. ...
YEAR
1
2
SUBJECT
Humanities & Social Science
Health
Extend your excursion with a stay in a waterfront setting bordered by landmarks from the island’s convict and shipyard eras....
YEAR
Kindergarten
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
SUBJECT
Humanities & Social Science