EDUCATION at ZEALANDIA

Welcome to our living classroom!

At ZEALANDIA, students and teachers can walk through a regenerating forest thriving with rare and endangered wildlife. Our sanctuary is a living classroom that provides outstanding education opportunities for all ages. The interactive exhibition will take students on a journey of restoration. Our ongoing conservation effort has created the perfect environment for young minds to thrive alongside the rare and endangered wildlife that call our sanctuary home.

Education Programmes

ZEALANDIA provides a range of environmental education programmes and resources that give students and teachers positive and inspiring nature-based experiences – both inside and outside the classroom, including:

  • • Support for LEOTC (Learning Experiences Outside The Classroom) curriculum.
  • • Positive environmental experiences for students and teachers alike.
  • • Guidelines for the incorporation of many curriculum objectives.
  • • Guides and educators with experience and knowledge to share.
  • • Free visits by our education staff to your school, as part of our outreach programme.

If you have any queries about our educational programmes, wish to have a programme adapted to your requirements or would like to come on a free pre-visit or teacher workshop, please contact our Education Team:

Phone: (04) 920 9202
Email: education@visitzealandia.com
See also: Frequently Asked Questions

 

Early Childhood EDUCATION GROUPS

 

Half Day (Approx. 3 hours)

 

Children (3-5 years)

$7.50

Teachers

Free

Accompanying Adults

$10

 

To book email education@visitzealandia.com. Please note, minimum charges apply.

Primary & Secondary School Students

 

Half Day (Approx. 3 hours)

Students

$7.50

Teachers

Free

Accompanying Adults

$7.50

Full Day

Students

$12

Teachers

Free

Accompanying Adults

$12

To book email education@visitzealandia.com. Please note, minimum charges apply.

Tertiary Groups & Overseas Students

 

Half Day (Approx. 3 hours)

 

Students

$27.50

Supervisors/Teachers

$55.00

 

To book email education@visitzealandia.com. Please note, minimum charges apply.

New Zealand NoT-FOR-Profit Groups

 

Half Day (Approx. 3 hours)

 

Children

$10

Accompanying Adults

$19.50

 

To book email education@visitzealandia.com. Please note, minimum charges apply.

"What an amazing place and experience! Such a valuable resource where so much learning happens, and people who are passionate about their job impart knowledge and make you want to know more. Our children (and adults alike!!!) were enthralled and inspired. The children appreciated what this place means and were making connections from what they were learning" - Kaiti Primary School

Night Walks

 

Approx. 2 hours.
Available for LEOTC School Groups and NZ Not-for-Profit Groups

Students

$15

Teachers/Accredited Leaders

$15

Accompanying Adults

$15

 

To book email education@visitzealandia.com. Please note, minimum charges apply.

Sleepovers

 

Includes Night Walk, Dawn Tour & breakfast.
Available for LEOTC School Groups and NZ Not-for-Profit Groups

Students

$40

Teachers

$40

Accompanying Adults

$40

 

To book email education@visitzealandia.com. Please note, minimum charges apply.

Tuatara at ZEALANDIA

 

RESOURCES

Our resources are framed within an inquiry-based education model and are designed to stimulate student interest and equip students with knowledge that will support their visit to ZEALANDIA.

Learn More

ZEALANDIA Trading Card Game

Students love our fun and engaging trading card game that teaches about our many manu (birds) and how to identify them.

Learn More

Can we make NZ Pest Free?

Learn how to turn your school into a sanctuary with this comprehensive resource created with the help of WWF New Zealand

Learn More

Activity Sheets

These ZEALANDIA activity sheets will make any visit to the sanctuary engaging with fun flora and fauna check sheets. See how many points your students can get by tracking down our native wildlife!

Kids on the ZEALANDIA boat

SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAMME

The ZEALANDIA school holiday programme is tailored for primary and intermediate school children aged between 5 and 12 years with a love for nature, getting outside and mucking in to make a difference. We would love your child to join us!

Each day has a different theme providing an exciting, fun-filled nature adventure.

Find out more and book here

If you have any questions, feel free to get in touch at education@visitzealandia.com.

"I was very impressed with the amount of knowledge shared with our group. The use of technology as we walked and the friendly manner shown towards ourselves and our students was very relatable for teenage boys." - Rathkeale College

OUTREACH PROGRAMMES

If you would like our Education Rangers to work with you at your school, we can visit local schools for free, covering the basics needed to make your school safe for our native species. 

Our outreach programmes are free for local schools and cover two sessions on tracking animals and trapping pests. This engages kids in practical conservation efforts, and can be aligned with your curriculum. We'll also provide you with all the tools and knowledge you need.

If you're interested in our Outreach Programmes contact our Education Team to find out more:
 

Phone: (04) 920 9202
Email: education@visitzealandia.com