Secondary School Cultural Learning Sessions
Nyumbar Aboriginal Education provides tailored cultural learning sessions for secondary school students in Years 7–12, supporting the meaningful inclusion of Aboriginal histories, cultures, knowledge and perspectives across the curriculum.
Our one-hour sessions combine cultural presentations, storytelling, guided discussions and curriculum-related activities, encouraging students to explore Aboriginal knowledge and perspectives while making meaningful connections to their classroom learning.
Sessions are delivered by two experienced Aboriginal cultural educators and can be tailored to individual classes or year groups, with a recommended maximum of 70 students per session.
Sessions from $770 (including GST).
Connecting Aboriginal Perspectives Across the Curriculm
Our cultural learning sessions support secondary schools to explore Aboriginal histories, cultures, knowledge and perspectives across a range of curriculum areas.
Each presentation is tailored to the subject being studied, providing students with opportunities to engage with Aboriginal knowledge through storytelling, discussion and curriculum-related activities.
History
Explore Aboriginal histories, colonisation, resistance, significant historical events, cultural continuity and the ongoing contributions of Aboriginal peoples. Sessions encourage students to consider historical events through Aboriginal perspectives and understand their continuing impacts.
Studies of Religion
Explore Aboriginal spirituality, Dreaming stories, cultural beliefs and practices, connections to Country and the importance of spirituality within Aboriginal communities.
Science
Discover Aboriginal knowledge systems, traditional ecological knowledge, environmental sustainability, bush medicines, natural resources and caring for Country. Students explore the relationships between Aboriginal peoples, the environment and sustainable practices.
English
Explore Aboriginal storytelling traditions, oral histories, language, identity and cultural expression. Sessions encourage students to consider the importance of Aboriginal voices, perspectives and storytelling in literature and communication.
How Our Cultural Learning Sessions Work
Nyumbar’s Secondary School Cultural Learning Sessions provide an engaging, presentation-based approach to sharing Aboriginal cultural knowledge and perspectives.
Each session is delivered by two experienced Aboriginal cultural educators and incorporates storytelling, guided discussions, student questions and curriculum-related activities.
Sessions are tailored to the school’s learning objectives, allowing students to explore Aboriginal perspectives relevant to their current studies.
Session Information
- Duration: 1 hour per session
- Year Groups: Years 7- 12
- Group Size: Reccommend maximum of 70 students per session
- Presenters: Two Aboriginal cultural educators
- Format: Cultural presentations, guided discussions and learning activities
- Location: Delivered at your school
Flexible Booking Options
Schools can book individual sessions or multiple sessions throughout the day to accommodate different classes and year groups.
The same presentation can be delivered to different student groups, ensuring students have access to the same cultural learning experience.
Alternatively, schools can request sessions covering different curriculum topics, with content tailored to their students’ learning needs.
Pricing & Bookings
Cultural Learning Sessions from $770 (including GST)
All pricing includes two Aboriginal cultural educators, curriculum consultation, presentation preparation, learning activities and travel within Greater Sydney.
Schools can book individual sessions or multiple sessions throughout the day, with discounted pricing available for multiple-session bookings.
Sessions can cover the same curriculum topic for different student groups or be tailored to different subject areas and learning objectives.
Enquire About a Cultural Learning Session
Whether you’re exploring Aboriginal histories in History, cultural beliefs in Studies of Religion, traditional ecological knowledge in Science or Aboriginal storytelling in English, Nyumbar can tailor a session to complement your students’ classroom learning.
Contact our team to discuss your curriculum topic, year group, student numbers and preferred dates.