School programs

We live on an island continent where our animals have evolved in remarkable ways. Get up close and personal with some of our Aussie creatures and explore their features, habitats and life cycles.

We can all fight the extinction of local wildlife by taking simple actions in our lives.

Explore the concept of biodiversity and its role in sustaining ecological integrity and the survival of populations using Leadbeater's Possum as a case study.

Explore the deep connection that the Wurundjeri people have with animals and the land.

Ecosystems are vital communities where plants, animals and other organisms are all connected in a delicate balance.

Healesville Sanctuary welcomes students from all countries to share an Australian bush experience.

Come and play in our new nature-based playscape. This outdoor early childhood program is very hands-on allowing kinder students to get up close to nature and some of our gentler animals.

Investigate the unique reproductive processes of Australian animals and how Healesville Sanctuary is breeding endangered species in captivity.

Take the Fighting extinction challenge: collaborate and take action.