Biology & Ecology of Marine Turtles
This program introduces students to the biology, ecology and life cycles of marine turtles, including their adaptations, habitats and migration. Students explore the threats facing turtles and the conservation strategies used to protect these iconic marine species.
Weird & Wonderful World of Plankton
This engaging 1.5 hour incursion introduces students to the weird and wonderful world of plankton and their vital role in ocean food webs and climate regulation. Through interactive activities, a marine biologist presentation and a creative activity, students discover plankton diversity and the threats they face.
Land’s Edge Saltwater School
Land’s Edge Saltwater School offers experiential, curriculum-aligned field studies in Chowder Bay, Mosman, where students explore marine environments through direct observation, scientific investigation, and outdoor learning. Support your teaching with authentic ocean literacy experiences.
Southern Cross University SEA Program
Using a state-of-the-art marine research facility and the ecologically unique Solitary Islands as a backdrop, the National Marine Science Centre offers innovative field- and laboratory-based science activities for Primary and Secondary students. Working alongside enthusiastic scientists, students develop their scientific skills through hands-on, interactive, curriculum-based STEM activities. The SEA program is developed by our education staff to assist teachers in meeting the New South Wales Board of Studies/National Curriculum Key Learning Area outcomes.
The Harbour School Sydney
The Harbour School Sydney provides a range of quality, curriculum-linked educational experiences and resources based on themes of marine, coastal and estuarine environments, climate change and urban harbours. We deliver a range of excursions and incursions, facilitate environmental projects including experiences for Living Seawalls, and deliver professional learning for teachers and pre-service teachers.
Bloom or Doom: Understanding Algal Blooms
Join Porci and Annika in this exciting episode of Porci’s Ocean Patrol as they investigate algal blooms. This resource also features 32 information and inspiration cards that support playful thinking and hands-on learning.
NSW Marine Estate
This webpage includes activity books, lesson plans, teacher guides, marine estate fact sheets and information on marine-related career options to support primary school teaching about the NSW marine environment.
Marine Estate Agents Program (Year 1-2)
The Marine Estate Agents Program is an education program for HSIE and Science subjects under the NSW syllabus. Many activities are also aligned with the cross-curriculum priorities of Sustainability and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultures and Histories.
Discover Port Phillip: Water & Wildlife Stories
Discover Port Phillip: Water & Wildlife Stories is a five-part ebook series created by the Dolphin Research Institute with support from the Port Phillip Bay Fund. These free, story-driven ebooks highlight the incredible marine life and environments of Port Phillip, aiming to connect the community with what lives in our own backyard.