The Education programmes at the Royal Albatross Centre are designed to inspire the next generation to protect our incredible New Zealand wildlife, culture and history.
Our Pirmary School education programmes cover a range of topics, all of which are central to us at Taiaroa Head / Pukekura, including; Plastic Pollution, Nature of Science, Identity and Heritage, Birds, Maori History, Conservation and Science.
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Primary education flyerBirds are finely tuned flying machines, with the wing and flight style suited perfectly to the environment in which they live.
Topic: Science
Programme duration: 2 hours / Programme Cost: $4/per person
Age Focus: Years 4 – 8
Curriculum Area: Science (Level 2-4, LW – Achievement Objective 1-4)
Programme Information Teachers Guide Student worksheet Flight theme - albatrossRoyal Albatross are only one of the attractions of Taiaroa Head. Breeding colonies of Shags, Royal Spoonbills, Little Blue Penguins and Fur Seals are just a few of the highlights. Learn about the meaning and application of conservation status. Discuss current environmental issues impacting the seabirds and potential solutions to these problems.
Programme duration: 2 hours / Programme Cost: $4/per person
Age Focus: Years 4-8
Curriculum Area: Science (Level 2-4, LW – Achievement Objectives 1-4)
Programme information Teachers GuideFrom fortification to conservation, students will look at how the use of Taiaroa Head has changed over time.
Topic: Identity & Heritage & History
Programme Duration: 2 hours / Progamme Cost: $4/person
Age Focus: Years 4-8
Curriculum Area: Science (Level 2-4, LW – Achievement Objectives 1-4)
Programme information Teachers guide student worksheetInvestigate the impact of marine debris on the local wildlife and investigate the source of the problem as part of the programme.
Topic: Plastic Pollution
Programme Duration: 2 hours 15 mins / Programme Cost: $4/per person
Age Focus: Years 4 – 8
Curriculum Area: Science, Nature of Science.
Programme InformationDiscover what makes a bird a bird and how the Royal Albatross is adapted for life at sea.
Topic: Birds
Programme duration: 1.5 hours / Programme Cost: $4/per person
Age Focus: Years 1-3
Curriculum Area: Science (Level 1-2, LW – Achievement Objectives 1-4)
Programme Information Teachers guideTaiaroa Head, also known as Pukekura, is an important site to Kai Tahu. A wonderful opportunity to experience the Maori history of the area through stories and observations.
Topic: Maori History
Programme duration: 2 hours / Programme Cost: $4/person
Age Focus: Years 2-6
Curriculum Area: Social Studies (Level 2-4), Maori
Programme information Teachers GuideIf you would like to ask any questions regarding programmes or bookings, please don’t hesitate to get in contact with us.
