Australian Curriculum Stories

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Australian Curriculum Stories

Save with the NT Learning Adventures funding program

The Northern Territory is a region teeming with extraordinary landscapes, rich Aboriginal culture, and diverse wildlife. It offers a unique experience for students, providing remarkable opportunities to explore the untamed beauty of the Outback and gain a deeper understanding of the country’s diverse heritage. Students engage in an array of inspiring and educational experiences, many…

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Government-led financial rebates for educational tours

With several government-led schemes available to support practical learning outside the classroom in Canberra, the Northern Territory and Queensland, now is a great time to consider an educational tour for your students. At WorldStrides, we create education-packed programs aligned with the Australian Curriculum while ticking the boxes required to receive these financial rebates. See below…

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PACER education rebate for Schools visiting Canberra

Every year, thousands of students discover our nation’s capital, returning with broadened perspectives and life-long memories. The educational opportunities on offer in Canberra are endless, and our high-quality educational programs offer an abundance of learning opportunities for all students. We want every student to experience all that Canberra has to offer and create amazing memories…

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Northern Territory School Excursion Program Grant Increase

A place of wonder and whimsy, the Northern Territory offers an array of inspiring and educational experiences for students to engage in, many of which are built around strong links with the Australian Curriculum including Humanities and Social Science, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Histories and Culture, Science and Sustainability. With the excellent news that…

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Incorporate pop culture in your classroom

While some of us have been spending more time at home, maybe we’ve found ourselves with opportunities to indulge in our favourite aspects of pop culture, or maybe we’re getting caught up on a guilty-pleasure show or podcast. Pop culture is all around us, especially with social media’s prevalence in our lives. If you’re consuming it, you…

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Reflections: Visual Art Wheatbelt Tour in WA

Students from Corpus Christi College recently set off on a tour to explore their own backyard in WA and practice their creative skills on the road. See what their teacher had to say about the experience and gain an overview of the locations visited, what students got up to, plus the educational value of this…

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Aboriginal cultural experiences in Central Australia

At WorldStrides, we’re here to assist teachers in creating an authentic and educational program for students to discover the oldest living culture in the world, that of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. As the traditional custodians of Australia, the Indigenous ideologies and their sacred history is part of Australia’s national identity. To celebrate…

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Aussie Kids Bucket List

Wotif.com recently announced their ‘Aussie Kids Bucket List’, a definitive list of 13 dream Aussie travel experiences to do before the age of 13, as voted by Aussie kids. The results of the survey prove that our kids are young adventurers, excited to explore their own backyard. From sleeping underground in Coober Pedy to snorkelling…

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Our top picks for New Zealand

New Zealand’s North and South islands are both full of adventure activities, Maori cultural experiences and awe-inspiring landscapes, making either option a great destination for school groups. Students explore incredible natural wonders, from ancient forests and hot springs to caves and volcanoes. Every experience is full of learning adventures where students develop general capabilities and…

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Government announces rebate boost to increase civics and citizenship education

Last year saw hundreds of postponed trips to Canberra and thousands of disappointed students unable to discover our nation’s capital due to COVID-19 – but this year is looking up! With the recent announcement from the Australian Government to increase the Parliament and Civics Education Rebate (PACER) by 50%, more students will have the chance…

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