Early Learning & Primary Guided Programs

My First Sea (Early Childhood)

In this program children get to explore the features and characteristics of marine life and how to care for our marine world.  This experience involves a hands-on exploration of our rock pools, sensory play with authentic artefacts and play based activities with one of our educators. 

Habitats (Foundation - Grade 2)

This program highlights the wonder of the aquatic world and allows for a journey of discovery where students will identify different marine habitats and observe these in action.  Students will identify the basic needs of living things and explore how the places they live meet those needs. 

Key Focuses Include: HABITATS, BASIC NEEDS, CAMOUFLAGE, ADAPTATIONS

External Features (Foundation - Grade 2)

During this program students observe external features of our wonderful marine plants and animals and why they are designed the way they are for their survival.  As part of the program students will be given hands on opportunities for exploration to identify our plants and animal’s unique external features.

Key Focuses Include: EXTERNAL FEATURES, SIMPLE CLASSIFICATION

Life Cycles (Grades 3 & 4)

During this program students will have the opportunity to explore the different life cycles of marine animals and how they differ from plants.  Students will deepen their understanding of the differences between living, once living and non-living by examining a range of ocean artefacts and unique organisms. 

Key Focuses Include: LIFE CYCLES, ANIMAL BREEDING, LIVING/NON-LIVING

Food Chains (Grades 3 & 4)

In this program students will explore the roles different species have in food chains and the impact humans can have on these.  Students will get hands on experiences to explore the complexity of food webs and how they differ from food chains. 

Key Focuses Include: FOOD WEBS, FOOD CHAINS, PRODUCERS, CONSUMERS, DECOMPOSERS, APEX PREDATORS

Extreme Survival (Grades 5 & 6)

Students are introduced to how animals have adapted for survival in extreme environments. They will observe and discuss their observations on the different kinds of marine life they encounter, and how they have adapted to their specific habitat.

Key Focuses Include: HABITATS, ADAPTATIONS, CAMOUFLAGE

Turtle Rescue (All Primary Years)

In this immersive program, students step into the role of marine rescuers as they take part in a mock turtle triage experience. They will learn about the SEA LIFE turtle hospital, discover common threats facing sea turtles in the ocean, and explore how rescued turtles are cared for and rehabilitated. Students will investigate the life of sea turtles, their adaptations, and the conservation efforts helping protect these incredible reptiles. 

Key Focuses Include: LIFECYCLE, REHABILITATION, ADAPTATIONS

Penguin Discovery (All Primary Years)

In this exciting program, students will dive into the world of the Little Blue Penguin. They will explore penguin behaviours, discover the unique features that help penguins survive, and learn fascinating facts about the smallest penguin species. Students will also take part in a hands-on enrichment activity, designing and creating an enrichment 
item just like real keepers do to support penguin wellbeing and encourage natural behaviours. 

Key Focuses Include: BEHAVIOURS, WELLBEING

Seal Discovery (All Primary Years)

In this program, students are introduced to the remarkable world of seals. They will learn about different seal species, their unique adaptations, and how our marine mammal specialists care for them each day. Through guided observation, students will explore how specialists monitor and map seal behaviours to support their wellbeing. Students will gain insight into the daily routines involved in caring for these incredible 
marine mammals.

Key Focuses Include: ANIMAL CARE, REHABILITATION, BEHAVIOURS