Homeschool Days at Science Space
Homeschool Days are back for 2024!
Doors open 9am. Shows and activities start from 10am.
Our dedicated STEM enrichment days for the Illawarra homeschool community and beyond are back in 2024! Held once a term for a full day from 9am-4pm on Wednesday when we are closed to the general public, families will have the opportunity to enjoy interactive shows, take part in an educator-led STEM experience and have free time to explore the exhibitions. Based on feedback, programs will be targeted towards primary school aged children however infants and older siblings are welcome to join in the fun. BYO lunch (or purchase from nearby Innovation Campus cafes) and stay and play all day!
In addition, the Science Shop will also be open all day and offers a wide range of science kits and teaching resources to continue the STEM learning at home.
Remaining dates for 2024:
- Term 4 = Wednesday 16th October
Price:
- School age child (P/S & H/S) = $16
- Accompanying adult = $5
- Accompanying infant (age 1-4) = $5
Typical Schedule:
- Doors will open at 9am for check-in at Reception
- Shows and activities will start from 10am and are repeated throughout the day
- Science Space and the Shop will be both be closing at 4:00pm.
Term 4 2024 Program – “Superhero Science”
We can’t wait to welcome back the Homeschool community for our Term 4 program! Unleash your inner superhero with a variety of interactive activities and shows!
STEM Zone/Makerspace = STEM activities *NEW*
A variety of pop-up STEM activities will be running simultaneously in our STEM Zone and Makerspace allowing parents to select the activity that is most appropriate for their child/ren. All younger children must be supervised at all times by their accompanying adult when in these spaces.
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| Green Screen Fun (all ages) |
Step into the spotlight and become your favourite superhero at our interactive green screen station! Dress up, strike a pose, and explore the science and technology behind Hollywood special effects.
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| LEGO Stop Motion film making (P/S & H/S age) | Explore classic stop motion techniques as you produce a brick-tastic film scene using superhero LEGO minifigs and more. Learn about storyboarding, set design, animation and film editing! Get ready to create a mini cinematic adventure where heroes rise, villains fall, and your imagination saves the day. |  |
| Superhero Pop-Up Play Zone (Preschool & P/S age) | A superhero-themed loose parts play space designed for little engineers with big imaginations! Build towering skyscrapers, design epic cityscapes, and team up with various superheroes to save the day. |  |
| Superhero Masks (all ages) | Unleash your creativity at our cosplay station and become a hero! Design and decorate your very own custom superhero masks and cuffs – perfect for saving the day in style! |  |
CURRICULUM LINKS:
- Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)
- Outcome 4: Children are confident and involved learners
- K-10 NSW Science Syllabus & Yr 7-10 Design & Technology Syllabus
- Early Stage 1: STe-2DP-T
- Stage 1: ST1-2DP-T; ST1-7MW-T
- Stage 2: ST2-2DP-T; ST2-7MW-T
- Stage 3: ST3-2DP-T; ST3-7MW-T
- Stage 4: DT4-1; DT4-2; DT4-6; DT4-10
- Stage 5: DT5-1; DT 5-2; DT5-6; DT5-10
Planetarium Show (all ages)
3…2…1…BLAST OFF! Explore our Solar System and beyond in our presenter-led planetarium show for all ages.
CURRICULUM LINKS:
- Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)
- Outcome 2: Children are connected with and contribute to their world.
- K-10 NSW Science Syllabus
- Early Stage 1: STe-6ES-S
- Stage 1: ST1-10ES-S
- Stage 2: –
- Stage 3: ST3-10ES-S
- Stage 4: SC4-12ES; SC4-13ES
- Stage 5: SC5-12ES; SC5-13ES
Live Theatre Show = Liquid Nitrogen (all ages)
Keep your cool with our Liquid Nitrogen show! Explore the science of states of matter with our coolest chemical on site. This explosive and exciting show is full of thrills and chills as we freeze, smash, and pop our way through the changes between solids, liquids, and gases. Perfect for anyone looking to see some experiments that they cannot try at home!
CURRICULUM LINKS:
- Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)
- Outcome 4: Children are confident and involved learners.
- K-10 NSW Science Syllabus
- Early Stage 1: STe-1VA, STe-6PW
- Stage 1: SC1-4WS, ST1-6PW, ST1-7PW, ST1-8PW
- Stage 2: SC2-4WS, ST2-6PW, ST2-8ES
- Stage 3: SC3-4WS, ST3-6PW
- Stage 4: SC4-4WS, ST4-10PW
- Stage 5: SC5-4WS, ST4-10PW
To Book:
Mark your calendars and book through the link below.
NB. Due to the special shows and activities plus the dedicated booked period, Science Space Memberships cannot be applied on the Homeschool Days.
*NB Please join our mailing list or check our social media in advance before scheduling your visit to avoid disappointment. Activities and shows on Homeschool days are subject to change without notice.
Recent Feedback:
- “The staff and facility are so great! Really appreciate the Homeschool Days you put on.”
- “It was an amazing experience. We will definitely be back!”
- “A great experience! My children and myself had a wonderful time exploring, learning & discovering new things”
- “This was our second time. Loved that the STEM activity and science show was different to last time. The science show was very hands on and the kids could help a lot.”
- “Another great experience. Staff were happy, patient, kind and incredibly helpful. Thank you for doing homeschool days”
- “We had a great day, thank you.”