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Address:  PO Box N408
Grosvenor Place, NSW, Australia
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Sydney Learning Adventures

Sydney Learning Adventures

   
Contact Person: Kalie Zervos
   
Telephone: (02) 9240 8552
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Website: http://www.sydneylearningadventures.com.au  
     
2nd Contact Person :
Fiona Mulheron
     
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General information

The office of Sydney Learning Adventures is located at historic Merchant's House, 43 George Street, The Rocks.

Transport
Please contact the Sydney Learning Adventures team to discuss the most appropriate means of getting to us. Bus, train and ferry access is available. For more information visit the official NSW Government transport website <http://www.131500.info/> .

Parking
Buses may drop off and pick up students in the designated areas of The Rocks or Darling Harbour. Private vehicle parking is not provided.

Program duration
All programs are 120 minutes with the exceptions of:

* The Rocks Dreaming - 60 minutes
* HMS Discovery - 90 minutes

Arrival times
Groups should arrive at least 10 minutes before their booked program.

Teacher resources
Teachers can download a comprehensive Teacher Resource Pack from this site that details possible pre- and post-tour activities as well as background information, excursion worksheets and relevant curriculum links.

Bookings and charges

* All school groups must be pre-booked.
* To ensure the highest quality of program implementation, we endeavour to limit our guide to a ratio of 1:25.
* There is a minimum booking charge per group.

To make a booking, complete the on line booking form or call 02 9240 8552.

Please inform us of any special needs your group may have.

Full payment is required by or on the day of your visit. We welcome payment by credit card or cheques from your school account. Personal cheques and cash cannot be accepted.

One adult per 25 students is free of charge. Any additional adults will be charged a standard (student) rate.

Can we help you make the most of your day?
If you'd like advice about combining programs, lunch/morning tea options or assistance putting together a tailor-made day package to suit your needs, just let the Sydney Learning Adventures team know. We'd be delighted to help!



 

 

     

This listing is in the following categories: After School Activities, Historical,
Email: Kalie.Zervos[at]shfa.nsw.gov.au

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