Planning your school visit
There are many things to consider when planning a school visit, here you will find some information and guidelines which we hope will help.
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Opening Hours |
10am to 5pm daily except Christmas Day and ANZAC day morning (25 April). The Museum Library is open 1pm - 5pm Monday to Friday. Earlier opening is possible; please ask about this option. |
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Bookings |
All education groups must be booked in advance to ensure access to requested galleries. Click here for Bookings and Charges. |
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Map |
Click here for the Museum Galleries Map |
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Health & Safety |
Click here for the Museums School Visit Health & Safety Guidelines. |
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School Buses |
Click here to download the Bus Circulation Map |
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Timing |
It is essential that you adhere to the booking times and booked venues as early or late arrival will affect the quality of your visit and the visits of other booked groups. |
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Worksheets |
There are worksheets available in our Teacher Resource section. Please note: we request students use pencils rather than pens. |
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Your arrival |
You will be informed of which entrance to use and your meeting point upon confirmation of booking. |
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Accessibility |
A ramp is located at both entrances. Disabled parking is available. Wheelchairs are available free of charge at the security desk. |
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School Bags |
We have limited bag storage so we ask that bags be left at school or on the bus, alternatively share bags. Lunches can be stored in a single plastic bin which can be left in the bag cage or with Security. |
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Cameras |
Cameras can be used in all galleries and in many temporary special exhibitions. |
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Morning break and lunch |
It is suggested that students have morning tea on the bus before their 10am session start time. We recommend you bring a packed lunch to the Museum as there are very limited options for buying food nearby. No food or drink is permitted in the galleries. Unfortunately there is no purpose built lunch area for school groups. In fine weather bring a packed lunch and enjoy the Auckland Domain. If it is raining a lunch space may be provided near the learning centre, please ask the educator or at the Information Desk. There are no drinking fountains. Bring water/drink bottles to use on breaks. |
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Auckland Domain |
Auckland Domain is the city´s oldest park and one of its most popular. The spacious green area is a pleasant contrast to the busy city centre, just minutes away. The park has formal gardens, statuary and green clearings edged by century-old trees. Features for visitors include the Winter Garden, Fernz Fernery, a Sensory Garden and duck ponds. No charge for entry. School groups can use the Domain grounds or the band rotunda in the Domain for lunches and break times. |
Students remain the responsibility of their teachers and accompanying parents at all times. |
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