A large group of school children in blue school uniforms walk up a flight of stairs with terrazzo floors and gold fixtures with looks of excitement on their faces

Planning an excursion

WA Museum Boola Bardip offers innovative, curriculum‑aligned education experiences. Choose from 17+ facilitated programs or explore at your own pace with a self‑guided visit.

We welcome visitors of all abilities and aim to provide an inclusive and accessible experience. Visit the Everyone is included page to learn more.

1. Select

Facilitated programs

Museum Facilitators lead students through hands‑on, WA‑focused learning.

  • Four sessions daily (10am & 12.30pm)
  • Up to 32 students per session
  • All sessions begin at the Woodside Learning Studios
  • Costs apply; bookings essential
  • Includes general admission for students and teachers
Adult to Student Ratios

Years K-2: 1 adult to 6 students
Years 3-6: 1 adult to 10 students
Years 7-10: 1 adult to 15 students
Years 11-12: 2 supervisors with the group

Mandatory minimum of 2 supervisors for each school supervisory team, regardless of number of students. 

Students in Kindergarten - Year 10 must be supervised by an adult for the duration of their visit to the Museum, including for group work.

OHSC ratios are as per above.

Please note: The lead teacher/supervisor making the booking must be present during the excursion. 

Self-guided experiences

Free, curriculum‑aligned resources support student exploration.

Discover the possibilities of self-guided experiences here and download the free resources prior to your visit.

Places are available Monday to Friday every half hour between 9.30am – 3pm and bookings are essential. 

  • Sessions available Mon–Fri, every 30 minutes from 9.30am–3pm
  • Bookings essential
  • Includes free general admission for students and teachers (adult to student ratios as per above)

2. Book

Bookings are essential for all excursions via booking links on each program page. Browse and book available programs through the links below.

Facilitated education programs

Self-guided experiences

3. Plan

Use our downloadable excursion resources including the

Schools may bring classes, cohorts, or whole year groups. Larger numbers should rotate in smaller supervised groups across multiple days.