School workshops
Get up close to unique and curious creatures of all sizes in a lesson led by a qualified teacher from our team. All workshop topics are linked to curriculum and syllabus outcomes across subjects including: Science, Geography, English, Mathematics, History, Business Studies and Creative Arts.
Suitable for students from Early Stage 1 to Stage 6.
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Learning spaces
Workshops take place in the Amarti Education Centre at Taronga Western Plains Zoo Dubbo as well as in-grounds.
Self-guided visits mapped to curriculum
Immerse your students on an unforgettable safari adventure at Taronga Western Plains Zoo Dubbo and encourage them to become wildlife ambassadors! The Zoo is set on a 6km circuit and students can explore the Zoo at their own pace.
Full day programs
Inspire your students to be conservation champions for the wild with a full day program designed to increase student engagement with nature and sustainability. Full day programs are held each school term by our Education team.
Secondary School Day
Support the curriculum with real-world experience for a year group cohort.
The immersive learning experiences will inspire your students on the day as they connect theory to real-life through hands-on, engaging activities and workshops with Taronga Education, Wambangalang Environmental Education (WEEC) and a Resource Recovery Education Officer (RRO).
Optional extras
For an additional cost, you can pre-book a unique experience like a bus tour, Giraffe feed, bike hire and more, to really make sure your excursion to Taronga Western Plains Zoo Dubbo is a day your students will never forget.
Overnight program
ZooSnooz is the ultimate overnight excursion that your students will remember for years to come! Fall asleep to the sounds of nocturnal marsupials and wake to the morning roars that can only be heard from inside the Zoo.
Costs and planning
Viewing the booking costs for all excursions to Taronga Western Plains Zoo Dubbo, including workshops, full day programs, self-guided visits and more.
View and download important information regarding your visit including booking costs, our compulsory school excursion teachers guide, risk assessment and more.