School Groups
The Most WOW Classroom in the World
At Ayers Rock Resort, the gateway to Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, a myriad of experiences await your school group. From the heart of the Australian Red Centre, you can delve into an array of activities, perfectly tailored for educational exploration. Craft your own itinerary as there's an abundance to see and do. Whether staying at Ayers Rock Campground or Outback Lodge, students will be immersed in astronomy tours, cultural storytelling experiences using ground-breaking drone technology, bush food and tool workshops, art gallery tours, and guided nature walks - all thoughtfully designed to align with the Australian curriculum.
Uluru and its surroundings aren't just landscapes; they're immersive classrooms reflecting sustainability, Anangu histories and culture - integral aspects of the cross-curriculum priorities.
Explore our World Heritage-listed areas and national parks that present endless opportunities for outdoor activities blending sustainability, earth sciences, environmental studies, history, and culture.
Embark on the learning adventure of a lifetime, where key learning areas, general capabilities, and cross-curriculum priorities converge harmoniously and education seamlessly merges with exploration, respecting and honouring the rich heritage of Anangu.
School Curriculum Link
Recognising the significance of linking educational trips with curriculum goals, we view journeys to the Red Centre as immersive classroom experiences in the Outback. Collaborating with educational experts, we've identified numerous learning avenues that resonate with your specific classroom topics and curriculum focal points. Our aim is to provide students with a memorable, interactive, and enriching experience that elevates their educational objectives while fostering a lasting experience appreciation for cultural diversity.
Study Areas
Experiences delve into a range of study areas and general capabilities, including:
- Science + STEM
- Geography
- Creative Arts + Music
- English + Language
- History
- Health & Education
- Design & Technologies
General Capabilities
- Literacy: Comprehending texts through listening, reading and viewing. Composing text through speaking, writing and creating.
- Personal & Social Capability: Self-management, self-awareness, social management and social awareness.
- ICT Capability: Applying social and ethical practices when using ICT. Managing and operating ICT, investigating with ICT, communicating with ICT, and creating with ICT.
- Ethical Understanding: Exploring values, rights, and responsibilities. Understanding ethical concepts and issues. Reasoning in decision-making and actions.
- Intercultural Understanding: Recognising culture and developing respect. Reflecting on intercultural experiences and taking responsibility. Interacting and empathising with others.
Accommodation Options
Outback Lodge
Welcome to the Outback Hotel & Lodge, where comfort, affordability, and warm Australian hospitality converge to create an ideal retreat for school groups. Tailored to meet the specific needs of budget-conscious travellers, our facility offers a range of amenities amidst the captivating Outback landscape.
The Outback Lodge boasts single-sex dormitory-style accommodation options, providing a secure and comfortable environment for school kids. Our commitment to fostering an enriching experience for educational trips is reflected in our thoughtfully designed lodging facilities with each dorm offering 20 beds.
Students have access to communal single-sex shower and toilet facilities, self-catering kitchen, and shared self-service laundry facilities. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available in public areas.
Teacher lodging options available nearby dormitory accommodation.
Ayers Rock Campground
Located 20 kilometres from Uluru, Ayers Rock Campground offers an exceptional home base for fully immersing in the sites and experiences of Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. Our Campground boasts a variety of amenities and services tailored to ensure a truly enjoyable outdoor experience.
Ayers Rock Campground is a gateway to iconic Uluru experiences, including the mesmerising Wintjiri Wiru, a world-first drone and cultural storytelling experience; the enchanting Field of Light, where 50,000 radiant frosted-glass spheres gently bloom with rhythms of coloured light; and Outback Sky Journeys, where an experienced guide takes students through the evolution of the Universe.
At Ayers Rock Campground, we aim to provide dedicated areas for school groups, ensuring a comfortable and convenient stay for both students and teachers alike.
Go Outback to School
Students have the opportunity to be immersed in astronomy tours, cultural storytelling experiences using ground-breaking drone technology, bush food and tool workshops, art gallery tours, and guided nature walks - all thoughtfully designed to align with the Australian curriculum.
Unique School Group Experiences
Read more about each of our unique experiences, and how these can contribute to your students' education.
Suggested Itineraries
For inspiration on how to get the most of of your school excursion, check out our suggested itineraries:
Save and Learn in the Northern Territory
School groups from outside the Northern Territory are invited to submit an application for travel in 2024 to receive $2,000 in funding support to assist in delivering your Northern Territory school excursion.
The planned excursion simply needs to meet the following requirements:
- Minimum of 10 students in the group
- Staying at least five nights in the Northern Territory
- The itinerary must include three or more NT Learning Adventures (NTLA) operators.
Application forms and a list of current NTLA partners can be found here.
All applications must be received at least four weeks prior to departure.
For help planning your excursion and to apply for the NTLA Save and Learn funding program, or to request a copy of the NTLA Guide, please Tourism Northern Territory via phone, email, or via the website.
How to Book
To book your school excursion, or for more information, get in touch with our team.