Sydney Zoo will be closed to the public, including pass holders on Sunday 24 November & Wednesday 4 December, 2024. 

Excursion Programs

EARLY childhood

Traditional music and dance​

This interactive workshop gets your students up and moving as they learn about the traditional creative arts. Students will learn about traditional musical instruments, such as the didgeridoo and clapsticks, and explore the sounds they make. They will also gain an understanding of traditional dance movements and the stories behind them.

PROGRAM RESOURCES

Teacher toolkit
Planning resources
Sydney Zoo map

PLAN YOUR EXCURSION
Children will need appropriate clothing for weather conditions. This could include a raincoat, hat, and sun protection.

Organising teachers please check in with our admissions team upon arrival.

AVAILABILITY
Monday to Friday (during school term)

THEMES
Indigenous perspectives, Music, Dance

Animal feature focus

Learn all about different animal features and get up close with our Australian ambassador animals. This workshop includes a book reading about some of our zoo residents.

PROGRAM RESOURCES

Teacher toolkit
Planning resources
Sydney Zoo map

PLAN YOUR EXCURSION
Children will need appropriate clothing for weather conditions. This could include a raincoat, hat, and sun protection.

Organising teachers please check in with our admissions team upon arrival.

AVAILABILITY
Monday to Friday (during school term)

THEMES
Animal needs and characteristics 

PROUDLY SPONSORED BY

We believe that education is a key part of a modern zoo. It promotes awareness and an affinity with animals, ensuring communities value and protect wildlife and habitats around the globe.

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