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City Cultural Adventure
Geography
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$24.00
All parents and teachers can attend for no additional cost.
+GST. As this program is an educational service, all GST charged can be reimbursed in its entirety by the Government. This price excludes transport. (Minimum charge of x35 students).
About
Students observe water dragons among luscious bamboo forests, explore colourful lanterns, discover their own zodiac sign and learn Mandarin calligraphy writing within the majestic Chinese Gardens. Next, students will learn about the diversity of the world’s people and investigate how places, people and cultures differ across the world whilst exploring the hidden laneways of Chinatown.
This jam-packed and fast paced day is a unique and exciting adventure for students of all ages, sure to be the highlight of any school holiday!
Syllabus Outcomes Addressed
Framework for school aged care in Australia
OUTCOME 1: Children have a strong sense of identity
OUTCOME 2: Children are connected with and contribute to their world
OUTCOME 3: Children have a strong sense of wellbeing
OUTCOME 4: Children are confident and involved learners
OUTCOME 5: Children are effective communicators
Quality Area 1 - Educational program and practice
Quality Area 3 - Physical environment
Quality Area 5 - Relationships with children
Arrive/Depart
4 Hour Excursion (10am - 2pm)
Time allocation for incursions can be tailored and adjusted to suit your individual vacation care timetable and scheduling.
Transport
Leave it all with us! Whilst you are welcome to organise your own transport to and from our adventures, alternatively you can book with our Ranger Jamie buses or coaches. Ask us for a transport quote and we can take care of everything!
Please note, all coaches include seatbelts for students however, buses do not.
What's Included
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Day Outline
| Arrival / Morning Tea / Toilet Break (approx. 20 minutes) |
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| Introductory Presentation | The day kicks off with a meet and greet with our enthusiastic Rangers before enjoying an interactive and engaging presentation in Tumbalong Park Darling Harbour (approx. 15 minutes) |
| Grouping: Students are divided into their groups of approximately x 30 students and are allocated a Ranger guide for each activity. | |
| Activity 1 | Guided Tour of Chinese Garden of Friendship (approx. 50 minutes) |
| Activity 2 | Guided Tour of China Town (approx. 50 minutes) |
| Lunch / Toilet Break (approx. 25 minutes) |
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| Activity 3 | Mandarin calligraphy letter writing (approx. 30 minutes) |
| Wrap Up / Conclusion / Toilet Break (approx. 20 minutes) |
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Activities
Ranger Jamie Tours have carefully selected the following activities for your students to enjoy on the day.
- Guided tour of The Chinese Garden of Friendship identifying customs, zodiac signs, symbols and beliefs which played an important part shaping Australia
- Explore China Town’s architecture, religious beliefs, food, festivals and cultural way of life
- Mandarin calligraphy letter writing
Locations
Sydney City CBD
- China Town & Chinese Gardens of Friendship – TOP PICK
View the Google Map below for marked locations.
$24.00
All parents and teachers can attend for no additional cost.
+GST. As this program is an educational service, all GST charged can be reimbursed in its entirety by the Government. This price excludes transport. (Minimum charge of x35 students).
Request a Date
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Please note this is a tentative booking. After your booking request is submitted, we will be in touch via email to confirm the requested date and arrange the final details for the booking.
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China Town | 82-84 Dixon St, Haymarket NSW 2000, Australia | |
Chinese Gardens of Friendship | Chinese Garden of Friendship, Pier Street, Cnr Harbour St, Darling Harbour NSW 2000, Australia |