Our Year 6 students had an action‑packed week in Canberra, exploring some of Australia’s most important national institutions. We visited Australian Institute of Sport, trying out interactive sports challenges, before learning how elections work at the National Electoral Education Centre.
At the Australian War Memorial, students reflected on Australia’s military history, followed by a visit to the National Museum of Australia to explore stories that shaped our nation. Science came alive at Questacon and a tour of Parliament House helped students understand how laws are made.
We also visited the National Portrait Gallery, the National Capital Exhibition and the Museum of Australian Democracy, each offering new insights into Australia’s identity, design and democratic values.
On the final day, students celebrated the end of camp with a fun session at Zone Bowling, finishing the week with plenty of laughs and friendly competition. By the end of the week, students returned home tired but inspired, with a deeper understanding of Australia’s history, democracy, culture and memories they’ll carry with them for years.
The Australian Government recognises the importance of all young Australians being able to visit the national capital as part of their Civics and Citizenship education. To assist schools in meeting the cost of the excursion the Australian Government is contributing funding to our College in the amount of $30 per student under the Parliament and Civics Education Rebate program towards those costs.
Mr Simon Thomas
Year 6 Year Leader
