A young guest crouched down and picking up feathers from the ground.

Connecting Children with their Natural World

Melbourne Zoo

Year level

Early Childhood

Date

Wednesday, 25 March 2026

Time

9:30am - 3:00pm

Group Size

50

Location

Rail Gate Entry, Melbourne Zoo

Cost

Non-member ticket price: $160

Member ticket price: $146

Discover how to create meaningful experiences that connect children with nature in your Early Childhood setting.

During this one-day workshop, you will: 

  • Learn how to embed nature play and environmental education into your teaching. 

  • Experience how outdoor play can be used to teach Science     

  • Explore Melbourne Zoo and discover ways to teach about animals. 

  • Talk with Zoo Teachers and other early childhood educators 

Includes all workshop materials, entry into the zoo for the day, and catered morning tea and lunch.

Recognition: certificate for 5 hours of PD 

Australian Professional Standards for Teachers: 3.2, 6.2, 7.4 

Curriculum areas: VEYLDF