Education

Book your excursion for 2017

Zoos Victoria is on a mission to be the world’s leading zoo-based conservation organisation. We want to inspire the next generation of environmentalists, conservationists, naturalists, veterinarians and keepers because we know that they are going to have a hard job on their hands.

And as their teachers, that’s where we need your help…

For Schools

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  School programs & excursions available

  Suitable from kinder to tertiary with strong links to the curriculum and hands-on, interactive experiences.

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  Plan your school visit

  All you need to plan your excursion to Werribee Open Range Zoo, Melbourne Zoo and Healesville Sanctuary.

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  Fighting Extinction Schools

  Whether you are a student, class or whole school, you can help fight wildlife extinction!

For Teachers

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  Teacher Members

  Join our teacher community and connect with other teachers passionate about wildlife and the environment.

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  Professional development

  Enrich your teaching skills around wildlife with our teach professional development programs.

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  Teacher resources

  View our digital learning projects and resources that will help inspire your students to learn about wildlife.

For Students

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  Youth at the Zoo

  Are you 13-18 years old and interested in helping Zoos Victoria with its mission to fight extinction?

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  Careers programs

  Spend a day working as a keeper or vet at Healesville Sanctuary and Werribee Open Range Zoo

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  Act Wild

  Read Keeper Blogs, view animal videos, create video mashups and take simple actions to help save wildlife.