People Engage in Active Citizenship
Stage 1
HSIE Excursion
Join us at Chinatown or Auburn Botanic Gardens for a vibrant day of cultural exploration!
Students learn about community first-hand as they explore the places and groups that shape who we are. They discover how different cultural, religious and social celebrations in Australia contribute to our shared identity.
Through comparing East Asian and Western traditions, students investigate how communities celebrate, connect and express their culture in unique ways.
A hands-on day celebrating community and culture!
10:00am – 2:00pm (4 hours)
Arrival at 10:00am
10:00am – 10:25am
Arrival, morning tea, and a toilet break.
10:25am – 10:55am
Students learn about the differences between East Asian and Western cultures through fun props, stories and images that bring each tradition to life. They’ll even discover their own Chinese zodiac, and yes, teachers get involved too!
Students are then divided into groups of approx. 35, each led by a Ranger, and rotate through the push-and-pull activities below. Each activity runs for approximately 50 minutes.
Chinatown / CBD Activities
Guided Chinatown Tour: Explore the vibrant streets of Chinatown and learn about cultural places, foods and traditions.
Chinese Garden of Friendship: Stroll through tranquil traditional gardens while discovering symbols, stories and design features.
Chinese Dragon Art & Crafts: Students create colourful Chinese dragons, dance around with vibrant fabric, and even learn a bit of calligraphy while they’re at it!
Auburn Botanic Gardens Activities
Guided Walk Through Japanese Gardens: Experience peaceful pathways, bridges and ponds while learning about Japanese garden design.
Native Australian Bush & Rainforest Walk: Discover Australia’s native plants and natural features on an engaging bush walk, while learning all about community, connection and caring for country!
Chinese Dragon Art & Crafts: Students create colourful Chinese dragons, dance around with vibrant fabric, and even learn a bit of calligraphy while they’re at it!
HS1-ACH-01 describes interactions between Aboriginal Peoples and Country;
HS1-GEO-01 describes ways people connect to and care for places, water environments and each other, using geographical information;
HS1-ACH-01 describes interactions between Aboriginal Peoples and Country
HS1-HIS-01 describes the ancient past and changes in communication over time, using stories, images, objects and sites as evidence.
People engage in active citizenship by working together to care for places and each other
- Research the work people do in the community to help others by conducting surveys and representing data;
- Participate in the school or local community by caring for places and others;
- Describe local, state and national symbols and emblems used in Australia and the people, places and groups they represent;
- Identify how community, cultural, religious or social celebrations and commemorations held in Australia contribute to a shared sense of identity;
- Explain the benefits of participating in communities.
- Chinatown and Chinese Gardens of Friendship, Sydney CBD
- Auburn Botanic Garden
- Hunter Valley Gardens
- Nurragingy Reserve, Doonside
The cost of this exciting adventure is $26.00 + GST per student.
(Minimum charge x35)
This price includes:
- Ticket entry into chosen locations garden amenities;
- A fully guided full day with our enthusiastic and knowledgeable Rangers
(Think Steve Irwin meets the Ranger Jamie crew!); - A pre-completed Risk Assessment, making your planning a whole lot easier;
- Assistance sourcing bus quotes, so you’re not chasing bus companies all afternoon;
- All equipment and materials provided;
- A syllabus-aligned program, thoughtfully designed to support real learning while keeping the day fun and engaging.
Choose Your 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.
All prices are +GST. As this program is an educational service, all GST charged can be reimbursed in its entirety by the Government.
FAQS
How many teachers/helpers do I need on my excursion?
The more grown-up sidekicks, the better! We recommend at least one teacher/parent helper per class. No extra cost for teachers or parent helpers on this program.
What equipment/ materials do we need to bring?
Students should bring morning tea, lunch, water bottles, and any required medication. We suggest sports uniform and comfortable shoes. We supply all the materials and equipment needed for your day.
What is the weather weather policy?
You can view our full policy here
We’re flexible and happy to arrange an incursion alternative or, where needed, postpone your program.
How many groups will my students be in?
We usually plan for one Ranger per 35-40 students. On the day, your students will be split into groups of that size, with a Ranger assigned to each group to guide them as they rotate through the activities.