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We would love to welcome you and your students to the Bass Strait Maritime Museum as part of your school excursions.
We’ve recently launched a range of new Australian Curriculum v9.0–aligned learning activities designed to bring maritime history, communication, Sea Country and local heritage to life. These hands-on experiences support Years 1–6 and provide meaningful, real-world connections that complement classroom learning.
A visit to the Bass Strait Maritime Museum offers:
- Authentic, curriculum-aligned learning
- Engaging, student-friendly activities
- Flexible group rotations and break spaces
- Support from our dedicated staff to make planning easy
Curriculum-aligned Learning and Engaging Experiences
Our school programs are mapped to the Australian Curriculum v9.0 and activities are inquiry-based, age-appropriate and designed to encourage curiosity, critical thinking and collaboration.
Activities support learning across key areas including:
- History and Humanities
- English and communication
- Geography and place
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Histories and Cultures
- Local and regional heritage
Alongside our curriculum-linked activities, students can also enjoy a range of engaging museum-wide experiences, including:
- Pirate Hunt – a fun, self-guided exploration of the museum
- Interactive problem-solving challenges
- SS Woniora Ship Simulator – a popular, hands-on experience bringing maritime navigation to life
Downloadable Learning Resources
Year 1.2
Year 3.4
Year 5.6
Pirate Hunt
Colouring Pages
Practical Information
Admission
$5 per child (Teachers and accompanying parents receive free entry)
Risk Assessments
To assist with your school’s risk assessment, we provide a Risk Assessment Procedure Worksheet that can be used as part of your excursion planning.
Coach Parking
We recommend dropping students and staff/group leaders at the main entrance. Buses and coaches can then park in the beach-side parking areas nearby.
First aid is available at Reception if needed during your time with us.
Outdoor Spaces and Facilities
A flat grassed area is available for eating times or break periods.
On-site café, Marion Storm, is open to the public daily from 9.00am–3.00pm and offers both indoor and outdoor seating. The café can organise catering for school groups with prior notice. Please contact 0422 284 779.
Sensory-friendly and Accessibility
Quiet areas can be arranged where possible. Please let us know your group’s needs when booking so we can best support your students.