Australian Curriculum Stories

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Australian Curriculum Stories

A year level guide to educational travel

Over the past 30 years, we’ve fine-tuned our Australian educational travel programs to ensure they exceed your expectations. All of our tours are curriculum-linked and specifically tailored to suit the learning outcomes, year level and any other needs of each group. Our most popular tours and activities for each year level are: Years 5, 6…

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October snowsports on New Zealand’s North Island

Sitting within a dual World Heritage Area, the snowy peaks of the legendary Mt Ruapehu, New Zealand’s most active volcano, is home to the longest ski season and largest ski areas in the country. The ski fields of Whakapapa and Turoa are ideal for school groups and offer world-class snow conditions all the way through…

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Language school tours in Italy

Take your students on a journey of language progression, culture, history and culinary delights as you make your way across Italy, a land renowned for its picturesque landscapes, iconic art and architecture and of course, the delicious cuisine! A school tour to Italy is an inspiring way to accelerate language acquisition, as students explore one…

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Language tours in Indonesia – Java & Bali

Known for its vibrant culture, diverse natural landscapes and exotic wildlife, Indonesia is the perfect destination for students of language, art and humanities. Students will immerse themselves in Balinese culture; enjoying cooking classes, dance performances and outdoor adventures as they build on their language skills. By immersing your students in the natural environment of the…

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Top destinations for science school trips

There is an abundance of fascinating places offering opportunities for rich scientific discovery on WorldStrides tours. Whether it’s experiencing astronaut training in the US, reading Isaac Newton’s original manuscripts in the UK, or studying volcanic activity in Hawaii, our science tours are guaranteed to offer students an array of awe-inspiring experiences. Science is a broad…

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Accelerate learning with language tours

There’s no greater way to build student’s language skills than to travel to where it all began. Students can expand their vocabulary, improve their accents and build confidence as they attend intensive classes and converse with the natives in everyday situations that challenging them to put the theory of their studies into practice. By immersing…

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Cultivate curiosity in your classroom

Curiosity is a fundamental part of learning. When students are curious, they’re hungry to learn more and enthusiastically experiment with new possibilities. Curiosity triggers a release of dopamine and the brain becomes totally absorbed in the moment, soaking in information in richer detail. Research demonstrates that harnessing curiosity improves creativity, knowledge retention, and confidence (Columbia…

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Get more out of your learning activities

An effective learning activity has the power to ignite a lifelong interest in a particular subject area. By going beyond the printed page, students learn through their direct experiences and develop a genuine connection with the subject matter. This is often referred to as experiential learning. The content becomes internalised as part of the student’s…

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Geography school tours across Australia and New Zealand

WorldStrides’ geography tours are a chance for students to examine the world’s communities and natural environments first-hand. Groups venture into the field to explore, analyse and understand a destination’s unique characteristics. Understand what makes volcanoes so powerful, what causes changes in the topography of landscapes and learn the processes behind explosive geysers, boiling mud pools…

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Ancient history school tours – Italy and Greece

Credited as the birthplace of law, science, philosophy and more, the ancient societies across Italy and Greece have much to teach visiting students and teachers alike. Students will learn of the obstacles and challenges these civilisations faced as they explore ancient ruins in charming cities across Italy and Greece. Ancient Italy School Tour Highlights Rome…

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