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School excursions have enriched the education of students for generations. They are often the experiences students recall as amongst the most enjoyable and rewarding of their school years. However for teachers, planning excursions can be a headache. This Guide aims to reduce the stress teachers experience planning school excursions, and increase the benefits to be gained by all participants.

Parramatta offers a wealth of memorable opportunities for authentic, out-of-school learning, and can meet a range of curriculum needs. The museums and heritage sites profiled in this Guide have an understanding of the particular needs of schools, and of the learning outcomes expected from an excursion.

Teachers, and students, will enjoy the benefits of these excursions if they discuss their needs with staff at each site when they make a booking. Almost all of the sites listed here require advance booking regardless of whether they charge a fee.

For further assistance with planning a school excursion to Parramatta, phone the Education Officer at Parramatta Heritage Centre on (02) 9683 6922.

Use this subject key to locate tours and programs suitable for your teaching area.