Banksias spotted by students on an excursion at Field of Mars Reserve in Sydney.
Field of Mars EEC | K–12 excursions and incursions in Sydney
Field of Mars Environmental Education Centre in East Ryde, Sydney provides curriculum-aligned school excursions and incursions for NSW primary and secondary schools (Early Stage 1–Stage 6). Students build science, geography and fieldwork skills through hands-on learning in natural and urban environments. Explore our programs, digital learning resources and flora and fauna fact sheets.
Primary excursions
School excursions for K–6 students focused on science, geography, HSIE, history, creative arts and English, with curriculum-aligned fieldwork and nature-based learning in Sydney bushland and urban environments.
Primary incursions
In-school incursions for K–6 that explore living things, habitats, sustainability, design and digital creativity, aligned with NSW NESA syllabus outcomes.
Secondary excursions and incursions
Stage 4–6 geography and science fieldwork programs providing environmental investigations, data collection and assessment support for Years 7–12, including depth studies and fieldwork skills.
Learning resources
Digital books, lesson ideas and classroom activities for teachers and students, linked to our excursions and incursions and supporting NSW curriculum outcomes.
Fact sheets
Curriculum-aligned fact sheets on Australian animals, plants, ecosystems and environments for NSW primary and secondary students, ideal for research, projects and classroom learning.
High potential and gifted education programs
High potential and gifted education (HPGE) enrichment programs in science, visual arts, digital technologies and creative writing for primary students, combining challenge, creativity and environmental learning.
Nature’s gift creative arts incursion
Creative arts and digital technology incursion for Stage 1, Stage 2 and Stage 3 students, using nature-inspired imagery to develop visual arts and design skills.
Professional learning
Teacher professional learning workshops exploring curriculum-based outdoor learning, fieldwork strategies and environmental education in school grounds and local bushland.
Bookings
Book your Field of Mars Environmental Education Centre excursion or incursion early to secure your preferred date. Use our online booking form to request primary, secondary or HPGE programs.
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For teachers
Field of Mars Environmental Education Centre supports NSW primary and secondary teachers with curriculum-aligned school excursions, incursions, HPGE enrichment days and teacher professional learning. The centre is a proud NSW Department of Education specialist school and all programs are led by experienced NSW Department of Education teachers. Program are delivered in Field of Mars Reserve, local bushland, waterways and school grounds. Every program is aligned to current NSW NESA syllabuses and develops fieldwork, inquiry and sustainability skills.
Visit our learning programs, learning resources and frequently asked questions pages to plan your next excursion or incursion.
