Your primary school class(es) will have a fantastic day at the Marine Discovery Centre. We have many new experiences available including Virtual Reality headsets, touchscreens and new interactive models. Your students will find amazing beachcombing items on our marine trails, each one is tailored for your class' year level. We have fantastic staff and volunteers who are very welcoming. Your kids will love the day!!
Programs relate directly to themes in the Australian Curriculum in areas such as Science, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Histories and Cultures, Geography and Sustainability.
Download the Marine Discovery Centre School Program
MARINE DISCOVERY CENTRE
The Marine Discovery Centre aims to provide inspirational discovery learning experiences whilst empowering students to actively protect South Australia’s coastal and marine environments.
OUR CENTRE
We are the only coastal and marine educational facility for school students and the broader community in South Australia.
The Marine Discovery Centre features interactive learning stations covering topics such as sustainable fishing, applying sustainable practices at home, Aboriginal culture and the importance of preserving our unique marine environments.
Our aquariums feature local marine wildlife species and we provide engaging beachside marine trails to complement the Centre’s indoor educational facilities.
MDC EXCURSION SAMPLE ITINERARY
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Start Time |
Finish Time |
Activity |
Description |
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9.45am |
10.00am |
Welcome and briefing |
Arrival and address by staff |
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10.00am |
10.20am |
Recess |
Recess |
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10.30am |
12.00pm |
Marine Trail |
Guided Beach Trail on Henley Beach |
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12.00pm |
12.30pm |
Lunch |
Lunch and Free time on the Nature Playground |
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12.30pm |
2.00pm |
Catchment to Coast |
Discover the impact of the human footprint on climate change |
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Kaurna Education Room |
Cultural education |
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Aquarium |
Get up close and personal with SA Marine Creatures |
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Beach Discovery Room |
Including VR Headsets |
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2.00pm |
2.00pm |
Depart |
Board the bus and farewell |