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Get your students excited about science

Our hands-on school experiences engage students with chemistry, biology, coding and much more!

All programs are aligned to the Australian curriculum and tailored for students in each stage of learning.

Two children in lab coats looking at a microscope.Preschool incursions and excursions

Our 75-minute STEM sessions can be run for preschools and early learning centres. Children can uncover the creatures of the past in our Day of the Dinosaur program, or blast off into the stars in our Space Cadets program.

Download our brochure for more details.

  • Age: 3–4 years old
  • Length: 75 minutes
  • Location: Our excursions are all run at the Macquarie University Wallamattagal campus. Our incursions are brought straight into your classroom in the Sydney metropolitan area.
  • Capacity: Up to 15 children per session
  • Price: $15 per student (minimum of eight students per session). Prices may vary if multiple sessions are run on the same day.

Book a preschool excursion.

A group of kids playing in a room, with one child looking and smiling at the camera.Primary school incursions and excursions

From coding to chemistry, from circuits to special effects, our wide range of curriculum-aligned programs has something to suit each stage and student! Each of our primary incursions is a full-day experience packed with hands-on investigations.

Our excursions give your students the chance to learn using the facilities available at the Macquarie University campus, including our Bush Tucker Garden, Planetarium and Biology Discovery Centre. With curriculum-aligned excursions exploring Indigenous plant knowledge and uses, the solar system and more, these full-day experiences are exciting and engaging!

For more details of all our primary programs, view our brochure.

  • Age: Years K–6
  • Length: Full day (flexible timing to accommodate your school timetable)
  • Location: Our excursions are all run at the Macquarie University Wallamattagal campus. Our incursions are brought straight into your classroom in the Sydney metropolitan area.
  • Capacity: Up to three classes per day with up to 30 children per class
  • Price: $30 per student (minimum of 25 students per class)

Book an incursion or excursion.

A child smiling at the camera next to a microscope.Sensory Science Show

Our Sensory Science Show allows children to explore the excitement of chemical reactions with all the senses. This experience is perfect for students with diverse abilities and learning needs, and can be tailored to suit your group.

  • Age: Years K–2, support units or special education classes
  • Length: 90 minutes
  • Location: 13 Hadenfeld Ave, Macquarie University
  • Capacity: Up to 30 children per class
  • Price: $25 per student (minimum of 10 students per class). Prices may vary if multiple sessions are run on the same day.

Book a Sensory Science Show.

Other information

Risk assessments, insurance details and Working With Children Check details will be provided to you after booking.

You will receive an invoice once your booking is confirmed based on the number of students you have booked for. If you require a purchase order number on your invoice, please let us know when you are booking.