Observatory Hill Environmental Education Centre

Observatory Hill Environmental Education Centre (OHEEC) offers curriculum based fieldwork experiences in and around the inner city and Sydney Harbour. The Centre delivers innovative and contextually relevant teaching and learning programs that support our vision: "To provide world class experiential leaning in an urban environment, that enriches curriculum and inspires future focused global citizens."

We do this by providing:

• diverse learning experiences in iconic urban settings
• school based sustainability programs
• professional learning.

Our educational programs incorporate environmental / sustainability perspectives and are available for students from Kindergarten to Year 12. Fieldwork programs cover several curriculum areas and take place over a full school day. The cost of our programs is minimal and we can cover up to four classes - depending on the date booked.

About our centre

Our centre is part of the NSW Department of Education’s Environmental Education Centres network. We help students and teachers learn about the environment, sustainability and nature through hands-on learning.

Our environment

Our centre uses locations around Sydney's CBD and local natural areas, inlcuding Sydney Harbour, to make learning active, enjoyable and linked to real life. Outdoor learning helps students feel more connected to nature.

Working with schools

We work with all NSW public and non-government schools.

Learning programs

Observatory Hill Environmental Education Centre can cater for fieldwork and special projects supporting most key learning areas. We can support K – 12 learning outcomes in:

• Environmental & Sustainability education
• Aboriginal perspectives
• Geography
• History
• Science

Teacher support

We also support teachers with:

• workshops for professional learning
• helpful teaching resources
• support with planning lessons and programs

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