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Stage 3 History

The Australian Colonies

Key inquiry questions:

• What do we know about the lives of people in Australia’s colonial past and how do we know?
• What were the significant events and who were the significant people that shaped Australian colonies?

HT3-1 Describes and explains the significance of people, groups, places and events to the development of Australia

HT3-2 Describes and explains different experiences of people living in Australia over time

HT3-5 Applies a variety of skills of historical inquiry and communication

Stage 3 Creative Arts – Visual Arts

VAS3:4 Communicates about the ways in which subject matter is represented in art works.

Complementary programs: Life at the Barracks: Convicts and Migrants, Investigating Convict History, Expanding the Colony, A Colonial Eye

Up to 20 Students: $200
Up to 40 Students: $385
Up to 60 Students: $575
Up to 80 Students: $760
Up to 100 Students: $905
Up to 120 Students: $1,055
Up to 140 Students: $1,130
Up to 160 Students: $1,230

You can alter your booking numbers up until 7 days prior to your visit. We will call you a week before your booking to confirm final numbers and requirements. You will be invoiced for the full cost of your program a week prior to your booking. Payment can be made by Credit Card, EFTPOS or cheque (payable to Historic Houses Trust of NSW). Cancellations made within 7 days of a booking will incur the full cost for the program. Cancellations made within 2 weeks of your visit will be invoiced for 50% of the total booking. Cancellations must be made in writing.

• Please plan to arrive before the start time of your booked program to allow for cloaking, toilet visits and/or a refreshment break for the students. If you arrive late, some elements and activities may need to be cut from the program to keep to the scheduled finish time.
• Large groups will be divided up into smaller groups for activities in the museums.
• Bags, food and drinks are not permitted in the museums and cloaking facilities are provided.
• Photography policies vary between the museums so please ask a member of staff for details.
• Teachers and carers are required to remain with their groups at all times.
• Disciplining students remains the responsibility of teachers and carers accompanying the group.
• Please let us know before your visit if any of your students have special needs or learning difficulties so we can plan to accommodate their needs during the visit.