Education
Cockatoo Island presents rich educational opportunities for people of all ages. Speakers are available, free of charge, to come to your community group for a colourful presentation on the island's history. We also have school education programs that aim to encourage a sense of ownership and appreciation of the island to a young audience.
For local students or those visiting from country areas, the appeal of Cockatoo Island is unrivalled in the Sydney region. The lure of Sydney Harbour's spectacular scenery captivates students and teachers alike, and the tales of early Sydney's convict, maritime, and industrial past provide an inimitable study. The work of the Harbour Trust offers a management perspective and an insight into the challenging task of rehabilitating and conserving harbour sites for public access, following decades of military or industrial occupation.
Curriculum-aligned excursions are currently on offer at Cockatoo Island and resource materials for teachers have been developed to complement these visits.
