School incursion

School incursion: Caring for our special places

North Coast

An overhead shot of students' hands pointing to found objects on a Caring for our special places school incursion. Photo: Adam Hollingworth, Hired Gun Photography © DPIE

Overview

Caring for our special places is a Stage 1 (Years 1-2) Geography incursion for schools in the NSW Coffs Harbour region. Students will dress up and role-play a story about rangers and how they look after national parks.

This is a fun and interactive school incursion for young students. They’ll come away with an appreciation for our national parks, as well as an understanding of how we care for these special places.

This incursion supports the K-10 Geography syllabus and its topic, Features of Places.

For program outline, safety and practical information about this incursion, see info for teachers

Stage	Stage 1 (Years 1-2)
Learning area	Geography
Student outcomes	GE1-1. Describes features of places and the connections people have with places GE1-2. Identifies ways in which people interact with and care for places GE1-3. Communicates geographical information and uses geographical tools for inquiry
Objectives	Students will: Acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land Learn how national parks are areas of land where native plants and animals, as well as places important to people, are protected. Gain an understanding of the different roles of various people in a national park Explore the importance of natural places to people Identify what makes places special and what we do to care for them. Key inquiry questions: What are the features of, and activities in, places? How can we care for places? How can spaces within a place be used for different purposes?

Excursion details

When: Weekdays during school terms.
Availability: Available on request.
Where: North Coast
Duration: 1hr
Grading: Easy
Price: $235 per group (includes GST).
Meeting point: Our NPWS guide will come to your class.
Equipment provided: Yes
Booking: If you would like to organise a NPWS school incursion please get in touch with local staff or use the 'Enquire' link for the online form.

Current alerts in this area

There are no current alerts in this area.

Local alerts

For the latest updates on fires, closures and other alerts in this area, see https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/education/stage-1-geography-school-incursion-caring-special-places/local-alerts

Operated by

School incursion inquiries - North Coast
02 6657 5935
npws.northcoasteducation@environment.nsw.gov.au

Park info

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Info for teachers

All the practical information you need to know about School incursion: Caring for our special places.

Program outline

Welcome and introduction
Overview: Why are national parks special?
Ranger role-play and costumes
Meet Kassie the koala puppet
Discussion and conclusion

What to bring

We recommend everyone wear comfortable clothes and shoes.

Maps and downloads

School incursion: Caring for our special places factsheet

Safety messages

Pre activity briefing: participants will be briefed at the start of the activity/day.

Safety equipment: NPWS staff carry radios and first aid kits, hold current first aid certificates and are aware of emergency procedures.

Staff accreditation: NPWS staff have current Senior First Aid accreditation. They are experienced in working with groups of students in the natural environment and have excellent knowledge of the specific areas they are visiting including potential hazards. NPWS is committed to a Child Safe and Friendly Environment. Our staff have been screened for child-related employment and have completed a Working with Children Check.

Emergencies: NPWS staff are trained to deal with emergencies and emergency procedures are in place. Ongoing supervision of a student following first aid treatment will be the responsibility of the visiting school.

Risk assessment and risk benefits

Our rangers and guides have the technical skill and experience to assess the risks and the benefits of a variety of activities delivered as part of our learning programs.

We believe in including opportunities that allow students to learn and experience for themselves through exploration in the natural environment.

Please make your own risk assessment based on the information provided. Detailed potential risks and controls are provided for the site to assist teachers in risk management planning. Teachers and carers should be aware of, and consider the needs, abilities and medical conditions of students when visiting this site. The supervision of students remains the responsibility of the teacher. The school must ensure an adequate number of adult supervisors are present.