Yes. Our learning experiences align with the Australian Curriculum, South Australian Curriculum, SACE and the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF). Programs are designed
to connect classroom learning with real-world experiences in nature.

While many of our programs support Science and Geography outcomes, they also connect with Technologies, Health and Physical Education, The Arts and the wider Humanities. Through our living collections, we explore biodiversity, conservation and sustainability in meaningful and engaging ways.
Popular programs include:

• Kitchen Garden programs for Early Years and Primary students
• Plant Adaptations, exploring rainforest and desert environments
• Space Botany, our gamified STEM learning experience
• Wetland Nature Detectives, featuring waterbugs and biodiversity fieldwork
• Habitat Heroes and Flying-Fox Fieldwork
• First Nations learning experiences delivered by our Indigenous cultural tour partners

Absolutely. If you're planning for multiple classes, a year level or a whole-school visit, please get in touch via dewbgschools@sa.gov.au. We can discuss options including multiple sessions, staggered groups, or bookings across several days. You might like to book in multiple programs in a single day for a single class, or multiple classes, depending on the year level needs and number of classes attending.

Absolutely. We want every learner to feel welcome and successful during their visit.  We encourage schools to contact us before their excursion to discuss any learning, accessibility or support needs within the group. Together, we can plan appropriate adjustments and identify the best approach for your students.

To assist with planning, we have published an Adelaide Botanic Garden Access Guide. 

Our Education Team includes qualified educators who are experienced in delivering inclusive learning experiences. The more we know in advance, the better we can support your group. You may like to explore the following resources with your learners before your excursion to help break down what a visit or program might look like.

• Adelaide Botanic Garden Social Script
• Kitchen Garden Programs Social Script
• Getting Ready to be Garden Adventurers Video

All of our curriculum-aligned learning programs are delivered at Adelaide Botanic Garden. From time to time, we may be able to support modified programs at Wittunga Botanic Garden in Blackwood, or Mount Lofty Botanic Garden in Crafers. Please contact our Education Coordinator to discuss whether your learning goals and group requirements are suitable for these locations.

We offer free, curriculum-aligned classroom resources through our Learning Hub, available anytime to support learning before and after your visit. For schools undertaking extended learning inquiries or Expeditionary Learning, the Botanic Gardens Education Coordinator may also be available to connect with your class before or after your excursion, either online or in person. Availability depends on the topic, timing and our capacity.

Complete our online booking request form and a member of the Education Team will be in touch to confirm availability and discuss the most suitable programs and options for your students.

For the richest learning experience, we recommend combining an educator-led program with self-guided exploration of the Garden. Your free, self-guided trail resources, will be sent to you via email after booking. Our educators are experts in engaging learners through extensive knowledge of our living collections, hands-on activities, inquiry and real-world connections. If timing or budget is an issue, you can book a free self-guided trail to explore the Garden with prompts or simply explore the Garden's diverse collections at your own pace.

Some schools also choose to combine their visit with another cultural institution in the precinct, booked separately. Located on North Terrace, Adelaide Botanic Garden is within walking distance or a short tram ride from Adelaide Zoo, the South Australian Museum, the Art Gallery of South Australia, the Australian Space Discovery Centre and other inspiring destinations.

Student safety and comfort are always our priority. If forecasts indicate severe weather, we will generally contact schools up to 48 hours before the excursion to discuss options. Depending on availability, this may include modifying the program to use undercover or indoor spaces, cancelling, or rescheduling your visit.

Severe weather includes lightning, thunderstorms, hail, high winds, temperatures above 36°C, or significant rainfall. We understand that last-minute changes can affect transport and school planning, so we aim to provide as much notice as possible when severe weather is forecasted that may affect your booking. Our programs run across the whole school year, in most weather conditions and we can adapt activities where possible. We don't mind a little drizzle and regularly continue programs in light rain. We’ll always be in touch if severe weather is likely to affect your booking.

We generally offer a morning session at around 10.00am and a midday session at 12.00pm. Kitchen Garden programs typically commence at 10.30am and 12.00pm.

Most educator-led sessions cater for a maximum of 30 students per group.  Teachers and supervising adults maintain duty of care for students throughout the excursion and should attend according to their site's excursion procedures. We recommend the Department for Education supervision ratios:

• 1:6 for Preschool to Year 2
• 1:10 for Years 3 to 7
• 1:15 for Years 8 to 12

We recommend students bring:

• A water bottle
• A hat and sun-safe clothing
• Weather-appropriate clothing including enclosed, comfortable walking shoes
• Any required medications in the educator’s first aid kit

Most learning takes place outdoors, so being prepared for the weather is important. Walking trails can cover up to 1km or more in a program and may cover the breadth of our Garden. Please note we have limited capacity to store bags during programs, so we recommend students bring only what they need or share a backpack within their group.