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Primary School Education MatrixSecondary School Education MatrixATTRACTIONSCreative Arts English HSIESYLLABUS OUTCOMESScience &TechnologyPDHPEThe Australian BotanicGarden, Mount Annan Belgenny Farm Campbelltown Arts Centre Campbelltown Bicycle &Road Education CentreSugarloaf Horse CentreTeen RanchWedderburn CC Wooglemai EEC OtherATTRACTIONSAboriginalStudiesSYLLABUS OUTCOMESPhotographicDesign &Technology Drama English FoodTechnology Geography History Music PDHPE & DigitalMediaScienceTextiles& DesignThe AustralianBotanic Garden,Mount Annan Belgenny Farm CampbelltownArts Centre CampbelltownBicycle & RoadEducation Centre Sugarloaf HorseCentreTeen RanchWedderburn CC Wooglemai EEC VisualArtsOther45

Narellan Road, Mount Annan NSW 2567Phone: 02 4634 7930 Fax: 02 4634 7950Email: mount.annan@rbgsyd.nsw.gov.auWeb: www.rbgsyd.nsw.gov.au/annanThe Australian Botanic Garden,Mount AnnanThe Australian Botanic Garden is the native garden of the Botanic Gardens Trust and is located just 45 minutesfrom the Sydney CBD. Situated on 416 hectares, the Garden is the largest in Australia and displays a variety ofAustralian flora and fauna including more than 4000 species of native plants.Our experienced staff can ensure that your school enjoys a full day of educational activities. We have amplecoach parking, close to our education facilities. With the Macarthur Centre for Sustainable Living on site, schoolscan plan an economically viable, full day excursion which will assist in educating your students in all areas ofour environment.Opening hours: 10am - 5pm.Disabled access and facilities: Parking and toilets.Bus parking: Yes.Minimum Group Size: 10.Maximum group size: 90.Details on tours and workshops: The Gardens run a number of tours and workshops incorporating theNSW Education Department curriculum. We also incorporate the Macarthur Centre for Sustainable Living and canorganise a full day of activities between the two sites.Macarthur AttractionsSyllabus Links: Primary - HSIE, PDHPE, Science and Technology.Secondary - Aboriginal Studies, Geography, PDHPE and Science.Recommended duration of visit: Three hours - a full day.Educational Resources: All schools can have access to our pre and post visit material to assist in theenvironmental, hands-on education experience.7

Belgenny Farm /Camden Park Environmental Education CentreElizabeth Macarthur Agricultural InstituteElizabeth Macarthur Avenue, Camden NSW 2570Phone: 02 4636 6313Email: camdenpk-e.school@det.nsw.edu.auWeb: www.camdenpk-e.schools.nsw.edu.auCnr Camden and Appin Roads, Campbelltown NSW 2560Phone: 02 4645 4100 Fax: 02 4645 4385Contact: Education and Public Programs OfficerEmail: artscentre@campbelltown.nsw.gov.auWeb: www.campbelltown.nsw.gov.auCampbelltown Arts CentreJohn and Elizabeth Macarthur established convict-built Belgenny Farm on part of the original land grantawarded to the family by Lord Camden in 1805. Today, the property is a major educational centre with directlinks to Australia’s agricultural history. It is a place where historical and modern day agricultural practisescome together to provide an experience that promises to educate and entertain.Belgenny Farm offers syllabus related educational programs, giving students of all ages the opportunity tolearn about the features of a working farm, agriculture and its history in Australia.Opening hours: School bookings only available Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Bookings essential.Bus parking: Yes.Maximum group size: Varies for each program. Check our website for details.Details on tours and workshops: All school programs at Belgenny Farm are administered and deliveredby Camden Park Environmental Education Centre. Tours available for years K - 12.Syllabus links: Primary - all KLAs. Secondary - Aboriginal Studies, Agriculture, Design and Technology, Geography,History and Science.Suggested program topics include:Our Families; Local Environments; Products and Services; Farm Animal Day; Gold Discovery; Australian RuralHeritage Day (Then and Now); Communities; Wet and Dry Environments and more.Recommended duration of visit: School visits can range from a few hours to full day programs.Campbelltown Arts Centre is a multi-disciplinary contemporary arts centre in south-west Sydney. CampbelltownArts Centre programming includes broad areas of contemporary arts practice encompassing music, theatre,dance, visual arts, new media, film and literature.Campbelltown Arts Centre is a place of engagement and connection. The philosophy of the Centre is to workwith artists and cultural producers to provide opportunities for our communities to learn and connect withcontemporary ideas and issues.Opening hours: 10am - 4pm.Bus parking: Yes.Maximum group size: 90.Details on tours and workshops: Campbelltown Arts Centre offers many opportunities throughout theschool year for primary and secondary students to engage with a range of multi-disciplinary programs. TheCentre’s changing exhibition program presents a range of projects focusing on contemporary arts practice, socialhistory and social enquiry.Education programs support and facilitate student’s engagement with these activities which can be approachedfrom the perspective of a large number of syllabus areas. The Education and Public Programs Officer works withteachers to plan excursions and develop education programs to support the needs and requirements of individualstudent groups.Syllabus Links: Primary - Creative Arts, English, HSIE, PDHPE. Secondary - Aboriginal Studies, Drama,English, Geography, History, Music, PDHPE, Photography and Digital Media, Textiles, Visual Arts, Dance andPerforming Arts.Recommended duration of visit: School visits can range from one hour to full day programs.Educational Resources: Campbelltown Arts Centre develops education kits and resource materials fordifferent projects throughout the year. These resources can target a range of syllabus areas and include pre andpost-visit materials, suggested classroom activities, supporting information and directions for further research.89

Campbelltown Bicycle and Road SafetyEducation CentreCnr Broughton Street and Moore Oxley Bypass(access via King Street), Campbelltown NSW 2560Phone: 02 4645 4376 Fax: 02 4645 4681Web: www.campbelltown.nsw.gov.au20 Swettenham Road, Minto NSW 2566Phone: 02 8004 1919 Fax: 02 49820 4377Web: www.fastlanekarting.com.auFastlane KartingThe Bicycle and Road Safety Education Centre is a unique venue providing education for children and cyclists inroad behaviour, bicycle skills and pedestrian safety in a fun and safe environment. Facilities include a main roadcircuit with features such as traffic lights, stop signs, roundabouts, a sun safe play area and skills course.The Centre has recently redesigned and restructured all educational activities. The program now encompassesone bicycle per student at all times, resulting in more riding time and bicycle activities. The fresh new practicalprogram has over 50% of riding time, with 75% of the program spent outdoors.Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 10am - 2pm. Bookings essential.Disabled access and facilities: Yes.Bus parking: Yes.Maximum group size: 50 students.Details on tours and workshops: The workshop programs offered at the Bicycle and Road Safety EducationCentre are designed to educate students in safe road behaviour and bicycle skills appropriate to the students ageand ability. Topics include bicycle skills; pedestrian, road and passenger safety; awareness of hazards; or anyrequested road safety issues.Syllabus Links: Primary - PDHPE.Secondary - PDHPE.Recommended duration of visit: Up to four hours.Student requirements: Bicycles and helmets are provided. Children are to wear appropriate clothing andfootwear - such as shorts and enclosed sports shoes (no skirts or thongs). Long hair must be tied back.Our Safe Driving for Schools Excursion has been approved by the Department of Education and Training. Fastlaneprovides students with the opportunity to experience being in control of a real moving vehicle, learn valuabledriving skills and respect for safety within a secure environment. Learning to handle a real moving vehicle on achallenging course means reactive driving skills will become second nature.Often karting is the only opportunity children have to handle a vehicle before they obtain their driver’s licenseand start out on the open road. Practice at Fastlane Karting means kids can learn real life defensive drivingskills on more challenging conditions than found with typical pre-license driving lessons. During this time, theylearn how to manoeuvre the vehicle out of tricky situations, develop improved hand-eye-pedal coordination inchallenging conditions and are taught to have strict respect for motor vehicles. The educational videos shown atthe beginning of each session demonstrate why safety is vital when handling a vehicle.Fastlane Karting regularly and successfully hosts schools groups, special needs groups and community groups.We are Department of Education approved!Opening hours: Monday to Thursday, 10am - 6pm, Friday 10am - 11pm.Disabled access and facilities: YesBus parking: Yes.Minimum Group Size: 50.Maximum group size: 150.Details on tours and workshops: School groups can book for exclusive track and venue hire.Recommended duration of visit: Two to four hours.Student Requirements: All karts have been modified to ensure maximum safety standards.Senior Karts - drivers must be over 14 years of age. Junior Karts - drivers must be between 9 and 13 yearsof age.1011

Sugarloaf Horse CentreMenangle Road, CampbelltownPhone: 02 4625 9565Email: sugarloaf_hc@yahoo.com.auWeb: www.freewebs.com/sugahc352 Cobbitty Road, Cobbitty NSW 2570Phone: 02 4651 2268 Fax: 02 4651 2736Email: info@teenranch.com.auWeb: www.teenranch.com.auTeen RanchSugarloaf Horse Centre is a NSW listed heritage farm and is one of the oldest continually operating farms inthe district. In operation for more than 18 years, the Centre conducts supervised horseback trail rides aroundSugarloaf Mountain Farm - a scenic 220 hectare property.Horse riding is conducted on quiet, experienced horses and supervised by skilled adult staff at all times. Safetyis a prime consideration, and safety helmets are available for all riders.Enjoy rides across grazing fields and scenic hills, offering views to Sydney and the Blue Mountains. The historicSydney Water Supply canal runs through the property.Opening hours: 10am - 2pm weekdays. 9am - 4pm weekends. Bookings essential.Disabled access and facilities: Limited.Bus parking: Yes.Maximum group size: One class.Details on tours and workshops: Escorted trail rides around the scenic 220 hectare Sugarloaf MountainFarm. Instructional rides are also available. Horses used are suitable for all skill levels from first-time ridersthrough to experienced riders.Syllabus Links: Primary - PDHPE.Secondary - PDHPE.Recommended duration of visit: One hour.Student requirements: Horse riding is only available for students aged 7 years and older.Teen Ranch is a highly affordable and exciting outdoor recreational experience for primary and high school agedstudents. At Teen Ranch we recognise that your students have unique needs - we will work closely with you totailor a camping program to meet your school’s objectives.At Teen Ranch, young people are able to participate in a diverse range of fun and adventurous specialisedactivities while enhancing their physical and interpersonal skills. The enthusiastic and experienced Teen Ranchteam are able to facilitate all aspects of the program, allowing teachers to observe or actively participate withthe students. Teen Ranch also operate a mobile rock climbing wall, available for use by all local schools. AllTeen Ranch programs are designed to develop students in body, mind and spirit. The relaxed rural and outdoorenvironment is an ideal context for students to explore core Christian values in a way that is sensitive to allbackgrounds. The Teen Ranch commitment to quality, safety and affordability ensures our valuable camping andexcursion experiences are accessible to all students.Opening hours: 8.30am - 4.30pm weekdays.Disabled access and facilities: Customised programs for students with special needs can be arranged.Bus parking: Yes.Maximum group size: 140. (Additional 60 beds available upon request).Details on tours and workshops: Residential camps (two - five days) and single day excursions areavailable. Programs are tailored to develop leadership and interpersonal skills or achieve PDHPE curriculumoutcomes in a unique outdoor learning environment.Syllabus Links: Primary - PDHPE.Secondary - PDHPE.Accommodation and facilities available: Air-conditioned bunkhouses, ensuite teacher accommodation,solar heated swimming pool, 40 acres of rural and bush land.Why choose Teen Ranch: Affordable rates for all students; diversity of fun, challenging and safe activities,including horse riding, canoeing, high ropes; archery, rock climbing and more; Australian Camping Association(ACA) accredited; streamlined risk assessment process; fully catered; all day and night activities and meals arefacilitated by Teen Ranch staff; all inclusive cost with no hidden extras; 50 years industry experience.1213

Wedderburn Christian Campsite208 Minerva Road, Wedderburn NSW 2680Ph: 02 4634 1265 Fax: 02 4634 1055Email: office@wedderburn.org.auWeb: www.wedderburn.org.auSheehy’s Creek Road, Oakdale NSW 2570Ph: 02 4680 9483 Fax: 02 4680 9486Email: wooglemai-e.school@det.nsw.edu.auWeb: www.wooglemaieec.com.auWooglemai Environmental Education CentreWedderburn Christian Camp, situated on 136 acres of natural bushland, provides the perfect getaway for yournext school camp, retreat, leadership program or day excursion.Programs are tailored to suit the needs of individual schools - be it a quiet retreat with bushwalking, swimmingand craft or something more adventurous with abseiling, flying fox, rockwalling, mountain biking, beach volleyballand archery, just to name a few.The site and programs available at Wedderburn CC have been designed to make school stays comfortable andenjoyable - every need is catered for.Office opening hours: Monday to Friday, 8am - 5pm.Disabled access and facilities: One room equipped for wheelchair access.Bus parking: Yes.Group size: Minimum 30, maximum 120 (larger groups on request).Details on packages: Wedderburn CC offers fully programmed school camps for primary and secondaryschool students. Camps and excursions are tailored to develop team, leadership and communication skills.Wedderburn CC is also available for conferences and staff development days.Syllabus Links: Primary - Creative Arts, Science and Technology and PDHPE.Secondary - PDHPE, Science and Visual Arts.Accommodation facilities available: Accommodation for 120 in cabin style rooms (rooms sleep up toeight people); 80 beds have ensuite bathrooms; a large meeting hall/dining room, serviced by a large commercialkitchen; two meeting rooms; first aid room; camps are fully catered; 136 acres of open space and bushlandsuitable for recreational games.Recommended duration of visit: Single day excursions or overnight camps up to five days.Student requirements: Bookings essential. Sample programs available.14Wooglemai EEC is one of 25 Department of Education and Training Environmental Education Centres in NSW. Ourcentre operates to support the implementation of the NSW DET Environmental Education Policy for Schools. Weoffer a range of services to schools:• Providing quality curriculum-based environmental education and sustainability programs that support classroombased learning (go bushwalking, birdwatching or dip netting, handle a snake, catch a minibeast, make a boomerang)• Offering challenging outdoor recreational programs (try our high ropes, archery or kayaking)• Conducting peer support and transition to high school programs (challenge yourself with our initiative games)• Working with school based environmental groups (carry out an environmental audit)• Participation in special school-based events (e.g. World Environment Day)Wooglemai also focuses on leadership, peer support, PE/PD/Health and cooperative learning through recreationalactivities such as archery, kayaking, adventure ropes course, bushwalking and initiative games. Many more optionsare available by request.Office opening hours: Monday to Friday, 8am - 5pm.Disabled access and facilities: Limited.Bus parking: Yes.Group size: Minimum 20, maximum 60.Details on packages: Wooglemai offers environmental education programs and recreational (outdoor) programsfor students from Years 2 through to 12. Programs are individually tailored with schools at time of booking. Riskassessments are provided for all activities. Worksheets are provided (as necessary) for each visiting studentSyllabus Links: Primary - HSIE, PDHPE, Science and Technology. Secondary - Aboriginal Studies, Geography,PDHPE, Science.Accommodation and facilities available: Dormitories (sleeps 45 people) - NB teachers have own sleepingquarters and bathroom; a large informal hall with open fire; classroom; dining room and kitchen amenities; approxtwo hectares of open space and bushland suitable for recreational games.Special Requirements: Bookings essential. Teachers are fully qualified, first aid and CPR trained. 45 yearsindustry experience.15

General Attractions, Cinemas ,Museums and Heritage CentresMuseums and Heritage CentresGeneral AttractionsCinemasOther ProvidersCamden Museum40 John Street, Camden NSW 2570Phone: 02 4655 3400Details: Contains a rich collection of historical artefactsincluding photos, maps, clothing, uniforms, furniture, guns,musical instruments and badges. Group bookings essential.Dredges Cottage - Veterans Recreation Centre303 Queen Street, Campbelltown NSW 2560Phone: 02 4628 4369Details: The Centre displays military memorabilia coveringall theatres of conflict from the Boer War 1902 to Vietnam.Group bookings essential.Glenalvon MuseumCampbelltown and Airds Historical Society8 Lithgow Street, Campbelltown NSW 2560Phone: 02 4625 1822Web: www.cahs.com.auDetails: A ‘hands on’ museum specialising in the heritage ofCampbelltown. Group bookings essential.Soldiers Settlement MuseumCampbelltown East Public SchoolWaminda Avenue, Campbelltown NSW 2560Phone: 4626 2022Details: A museum dedicated to the history of the soldierssettlement in Campbelltown. Group bookings essential.Wivenhoe Historic House229 Macquarie Grove Road, Camden NSW 2570Phone: 02 4655 7057Details: Group bookings essential.AMF Macarthur BowlMacarthur SquareKellicar Lane, Campbelltown NSW 2560Phone: 02 4628 2677Web: www.amfbowling.com.auCampbelltown City Tenpin Bowling11 Hollylea Road, Leumeah NSW 2560Phone: 02 4625 9414Web: www.interbowl.com.auMacarthur Centre for Sustainable Living1 Mount Annan Drive, Mount Annan NSW 2567Phone: 02 4647 9828Web: www.mcsl.org.auMega Mini Golf8 Rose St, CampbelltownPh: 02 4626 6222Website: www.megaminigolf.com.auTeen Ranch Mobile Rock Climbing WallPhone: 02 4651 2268Web: www.teenranch.com.auTop Shot Snooker and Pool AmusementCentreUnit 2, 185 Airds Road, Leumeah NSW 2560Phone: 02 4628 8077Event CinemasMacarthur Square, Kellicar Lane,Campbelltown NSW 2560Phone: 02 4621 7000Web: www.eventcinemas.com.auDumaresq Street CinemasCnr Dumaresq and Hurley Streets,Campbelltown NSW 2560Phone: 02 4625 1429Web: www.dscinema.comUnited Cinemas NarellanNarellan Town Centre, Camden Valley Way,Narellan NSW 2567Phone: 4645 1656Web: www.unitedcinemas.com.au17

Accommodation VenuesMacarthur AccommodationCamden Country Club Motel27 Old Hume Highway, Camden South NSW 2570Phone: 02 4655 8402Email: camdenccm@yahoo.com.auStar Rating: 3Camden Valley Golf Resort810 Camden Valley Way, Catherine Field NSW 2557Phone: 02 9606 6211Email: resort@camdenvalley.com.auWeb: www.camdenvalley.com.auStar Rating: 3.5Camden Valley InnCnr Wire Lane and Old Hume Highway,Camden South NSW 2570Phone: 02 4655 8413Email: enquiries@camdenvalleyinn.comWeb: www.camdenvalleyinn.comStar Rating: 4.5Crown Hotel Motel187 Argyle Street, Camden NSW 2570Phone: 02 4655 2200Email: crown1@bigpond.net.auWeb: www.crownhotelmotel.com.auStar Rating: 3.5Campbelltown Colonial Motor Inn20 Queen Street, Campbelltown NSW 2560Phone: 1800 464 866Email: bookings@campbelltownmotel.com.auWeb: www.campbelltownmotel.com.auStar Rating: 3.5Hurlstone Group AccommodationRoy Watts Rd, GlenfieldPhone: 02 9829 9238Email: hurstone-h.school@det.nsw.edu.auWeb: www.hurlstone.com.auThe Hermitage Motel5 Grange Road, Leumeah NSW 2560Phone: 02 4628 1144Email: stay@thehermitage.infoWeb: www.thehermitage.infoStar Rating: 4Maclin Lodge Motel38 Queen Street, Campbelltown NSW 256Phone: 02 4628 3788Toll Free: 1800 025 048Email:res@maclinlodgemotel.com.auWeb: www.maclinlodgemotel.com.auStar Rating: 3.5Motel Formule 13 Rennie Road, Woodbine NSW 2560Phone: 02 4628 7340Web: www.formule1.com.auStar Rating: 2Narellan Motor InnCnr The Old Northern Road and Camden Valley WayNarellan, NSW 2567Phone: 02 4646 1044Email: nmi@ideal.net.auWeb: www.narellanmotorinn.com.auStar Rating: 3.5Poplar Tourist Park21 Macarthur Road, Camden NSW 2570Phone: 02 4658 0485Email: info@poplartouristparkcamden.com.auWeb: www.poplartouristparkcamdencom.auStar Rating: 3.5Rydges Hotel, CampbelltownOld Menangle Road, Campbelltown NSW 2560Phone: 02 4645 0500Email: reservations_campbelltown@rydges.comWeb: www.rydges.comStar Rating: 4.519

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