School excursions
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Discover an educational adventure at David Fleay Wildlife Park, where learning comes alive amid Queensland's iconic wildlife. Programs, led by expert QPWS Rangers, are crafted to inspire and empower young environmental advocates. Book now for a transformative learning experience at Fleay's that will leave students as dedicated conservationists and well-informed guardians of the environment.
Bring your students to David Fleay Wildlife Park, nestled in the heart of Burleigh Heads on the Gold Coast, for an unparalleled educational adventure that goes beyond the classroom. This is where learning meets wonder, as students encounter the unique wildlife of Queensland’s most iconic habitats and gain a firsthand understanding of the importance of conservation.
At Fleay’s, students will have the rare opportunity to meet the shy Bridled nail-tail wallaby, once thought extinct for over 30 years, and marvel at the only captive platypus ambassador on the Gold Coast. As they wander along our network of tranquil boardwalks, through wetlands, rainforests, and eucalypt forests, they’ll come face-to-face with koalas, cassowaries, dingoes, crocodiles, and so much more.
Inside the Nocturnal House, curiosity sparks as students discover some of Australia’s rarest nocturnal creatures like our squirrel gliders and they'll also be captivated by our playful platypus, learning through engagement and fun.
Our immersive educational experiences are designed to ignite curiosity, inspire wonder, foster empathy, and empower a new generation of environmental guardians. Led by our passionate Rangers, students will not only witness the beauty of Australia’s wildlife but also leave with a deeper understanding of and connection to the natural world, insight into the conservation work carried out by Queensland’s Park Rangers and a drive to protect these vital ecosystems.
Join us at David Fleay Wildlife Park and give your students the chance to stand alongside our Rangers, becoming tomorrow’s champions for the environment.
Download the Visitor map to navigate your way around the park.
Our Park Rangers are available to share their stories and help students discover and connect with Queensland unique native species and the protected habitats they live within while learning about the issues and problems facing them. Our educational experiences are all about changing attitudes and behaviours and motivating meaningful ACTION, informed by knowledge, and understanding.
While programs can be tailored to meet a group’s needs, there are four standard booking options available to schools and early childhood facilities, including:
- self-guided tours – school groups can coordinate their own visit and tour enabling students to discover some of the weird and wonderful wildlife that inhabits Queensland's national parks.
- Wild Ed – (up to 45 mins) – A 45-minute ranger led presentation, aided by our native wildlife ambassador team, aligned to your curriculum learning outcomes. The presentation is followed by a practical Wild Challenge workshop where students have the opportunity to put learning into action.
- Into the Wild (up to 45mins) – a wildlife discovery show led by our ranger team involving multiple species while also showcasing Queensland’s National Parks and threatened species.
- Ranger Guided Park Tour (up to 1hr) – A guided tour around the park providing students with insights into the unique species, and their habitats, that call Queensland home. Maximum group number is 30 students/tour.
Information pack and Program Pocket Guide
Our downloadable information pack includes an excursion guide, education activities and risk management guidelines. The Program Pocket Guide includes further details about our educational programs and their learning focus’.
Bookings
Head to our online booking console to select and confirm your program needs. Should you have further questions or require customisation just contact our Education team for assistance via email: fleays@des.qld.gov.au or phone (07) 5669 2051.
Costs
| Program | Student price for 10 or more paying students |
|---|---|
| School group – self-guided tour | $9.80 |
|
Wild Ed – Ranger led curriculum aligned experience within living classroom *GST free in accordance with educational tax legislation. | $15.50* |
| Into the Wild – Ranger led wildlife discover show | $15.50 |
| Ranger guided park tour | $15.50 |
| Year level | Free of charge ratio |
|---|---|
| Childcare | 1 FOC to 3 children |
| Prep–Year 3 | 1 FOC to 5 students |
| Years 4–6 | 1 FOC to 10 students |
| Years 7–12 | 1 FOC to 20 students |
| Tertiary | 1 FOC to 20 students |
Above group rate available to school groups with 10 or more paying students. All prices are inclusive of GST and available only to Australian primary and secondary education institutions – noting that as WildEd is linked to curriculum outcomes no GST applies and therefore the price is GST free. Prices updated on the first of July every year and are subject to change without notice. Entry to the park is subject to the park's condition of entry . If you have an enquiry about these prices or eligibility, please email the Education Ranger at fleays@des.qld.gov.au for further details.
- There are currently no park alerts for this park.