Our Virtual excursion programs are uniquely personal and will allow students to take a video tour of the park, and later engage with our educators, asking and answering questions as a class, using the school’s preferred platform.
There is no need for students to navigate any other platform – they only need to turn up to their usual, online class with their teacher.
Primary program packages also include optional educational resources.
We are offering both Custom and General program options based on the needs of Schools and community groups.
GENERAL PROGRAM
Choose one of the programs that we have ready to go. These are designed to meet curriculum goals for:
- Foundation to Grade 2: Feathers, Fur and Scales
- Grade 3 to 6: Rarer and Rarer
- Primary EAL: Amazing Aussie Animals
- VCE Geography: Unit 2 Tourism
This immersive experience includes 3 parts
- Virtual Excursion – Video Tour of Moonlit Sanctuary
You will be sent our Video tour for your chosen program. These Video tours support curriculum goals for these levels. See our iconic native wildlife up-close, hosted by our engaging zoo educators.
- Q&A session – 1 hr video chat
After watching the tour, students have a chance to follow up with a Zoo Educator, ask questions, and check understanding. Chats are hosted by class teachers on their preferred platform (Webex, Teams, Google Meet, Zoom etc).
- Resource pack – Pick your class Animal ambassador (Primary levels only)
Dive deep into one of three quirky animal characters at Moonlit Sanctuary (you decide which). Discover their history, their everyday lives, and how we ensure they stay happy and healthy.
Package includes a collection of worksheets and accompanying videos. As learners progress, they will develop a connection to Australia’s unique wildlife and landscapes, through the lens of the school’s chosen animal ambassador.
Pricing General Program
$250 flat-fee (includes 1hr Q&A session)
$90 per additional Q&A session
Note:
You may include as many students as you wish in each Q&A session, and the hour can be divided into shorter sessions across multiple classes.
We recommend at least 20-30minutes per class.
All prices include GST
CUSTOM PROGRAM
This immersive experience consists of 2 parts
- Virtual Excursion – Custom Video Tour of Moonlit Sanctuary
We will film and edit a personalised video tour based on the requests and needs of each individual school or group. See your favourite wildlife with up-close footage, hosted by an engaging Zoo Educator.
- Q&A session – 1 hr video chat
After watching the tour, students have a chance to follow up with a Zoo Educator, ask questions, and check understanding. Chats are hosted by class teachers on their preferred platform (Webex, Teams, Google Meet, Zoom etc).
Secondary Schools
The amazing wildlife at Moonlit Sanctuary allows us to explore diverse topics including Classifications, Food Webs and Ecosystems, Adaptations and Evolution, Wildlife Conservation, and Animal Husbandry.
Please contact us to discuss how we can support the learning of your students virtually.
Pricing Custom Program
$500 flat-fee (includes 1hr Q&A session)
$90 per additional Q&A session
Note:
You may include as many students as you wish in each Q&A session, and the hour can be divided into shorter sessions across multiple classes.
We recommend at least 20-30minutes per class.
All prices include GST
Contact us to make a booking or inquire
For any questions, booking inquiries or to hear about other custom options including for secondary school, please contact
education@moonlitsanctuary.com.au
Curriculum
Resources packs are year level specific and designed by VIT qualified Teachers to support student attainment of Victorian Curriculum standards in the following areas.
Learning Areas:
Science
Geography
Environmental Science
Capabilities:
Critical and Creative Thinking
Ethical
Cross Curriculum Priorities:
Learning about sustainability
Learning about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories and cultures
This is what Teachers have said about our program
The incursion was great and the kids loved it. The video was fantastic and the kids were engaged the whole time. We came up with questions as a group after that and I found that made it flow well when the Zoo Educator came on to answer the questions later. Most of them had a turn of asking a question. The Zoo Educator was super, she answered all their questions, even the odd ones!!!
… they went away and completed a writing activity about the incursion. Their responses to the incursion through their writing have all been really positive.
~ Kate, Grade 2 Classroom Teacher
Thank you so much for today!
We absolutely loved the Virtual Excursion of Moonlit Sanctuary!
The students were so engaged the entire time. They really enjoyed the opportunity to ask questions, which were answered by very knowledgeable staff who are passionate about the wildlife and educating students.
We are now so excited to actually visit in person and check out the sanctuary.
We highly recommend this experience, especially for Year 3 students.
Thank you May and team!
~ Bridgette, Grade 3 Classroom Teacher
