Early Learning
Science Workshops & Shows for SERIOUSLY FUN, Hands-On Learning!
Mad About Science preschool / kindergarten workshops are aligned with the current Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework, and are based on a developmental approach suited to pre-school children aged 3-5 years. Lead by qualified and experienced facilitators, our early learning science enrichment programs are currently on offer in Victoria and NSW.
- Level: Suitable for children aged 3-5 years.
- Duration: 90 minute workshop (also available in a 60 minute format upon request)
- Numbers: Each workshop can cater to a maximum of 30 children. However, smaller groups have better access to equipment and the facilitator.
- State: VIC & NSW
Introductory Early Learning
Science Workshop
This is our most popular early learning workshop, and acts as a great general introduction to the diverse areas of science. We recommend this immersive workshop as your first Mad About Science visit. It includes whole class demonstrations as well as free exploration time.
Based on a developmental approach suited to pre-school children, six workstations are set-up to engage children in a variety of open-ended science activities.
Each table is set up with a different science theme, including magnetism, electricity, chemistry, forces, light and colour, and mini beasts. Children use the materials and activities at their own pace, supported by the presenter and your staff. Parent helpers are encouraged, ideally one adult per workstation during a session.
Pricing
$570 plus GST for a single 90 minute workshop (or 60 minute workshop).
$520 plus GST for two or more consecutive 90 minute workshops (or 60 minute workshops).
*Travel surcharge also applies based on location.
*Prices exclude GST.
- Level: Suitable for children aged 4-5 years.
- Duration: 60 minute workshop
- Numbers: Each workshop can cater to a maximum of 30 children. However, smaller groups have better access to equipment and the facilitator.
- State: VIC & NSW
Living Things
This workshop is full of life. Children learn the difference between living and non-living things. They look through the magnified eyes of a digital microscope, watch yeast blow up a balloon, investigate wiggly worms, and make a temporary worm home in groups. Suitable for children aged 4-5 years.
Pricing
$570 plus GST for a single 60 minute workshop.
$520 plus GST for two or more consecutive 60 minutes workshops.
*Travel surcharge also applies based on location.
*Prices exclude GST.
- Level: Suitable for children aged 4-5 years.
- Duration: 60 minute workshop
- Numbers: Each workshop can cater to a maximum of 30 children. However, smaller groups have better access to equipment and the facilitator.
- State: VIC & NSW
Kitchen Chemistry
In this fun food workshop children will begin to think of the kitchen as a chemistry lab. They blow up bags with a chemical reaction, use a pH indicator, and even get to take home a bag of sweet, tongue tingling sherbet! Suitable for children aged 4-5 years.
Pricing
$570 plus GST for a single 60 minute workshop.
$520 plus GST for two or more consecutive 60 minute workshops.
*Travel surcharge also applies based on location.
*Prices exclude GST.
- Level: Suitable for children aged 4-5 years.
- Duration: 60 minute workshop
- Numbers: Each workshop can cater to a maximum of 30 children. However, smaller groups have better access to equipment and the facilitator.
- State: VIC & NSW
Program-A-Bots
An introduction to robots and programming for young children. With an intuitive interface, these engaging robots will have learners excited about simple sequencing and directional language. Children will learn how to move the robots forward, backward and side-to-side, as well as build an impressive robot track. Children work in pairs or groups. Suitable for children aged 4-5 years.
Pricing
$570 plus GST for a single 60 minute workshop.
$520 plus GST for two or more consecutive 60 minute workshops.
*Travel surcharge also applies based on location.
*Prices exclude GST.
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