The NSW Rail Museum has a vast collection that provides a range of hands-on teaching and learning opportunities for school groups.
The railways revolutionised the lives of ordinary people in NSW: they brought people together, allowed the transport of goods and services across great distances and into new areas, introduced ‘railway time’ and timetabling, provided people with jobs and built communities. Each object on display at the NSW Rail Museum has its own story to tell about the social, economic and technological significance of the railways to the state’s history.
Heritage train rides are available as an optional extra, subject to availability and upon request. Please note that all school and vacation care bookings must be made in advance.
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If you don’t see a program that suits your needs, don’t worry! Please feel free to contact us to discuss personalised options that work best for you on 1300 11 55 99 or email customers@thnsw.com.au
Stage 1 and 2 education program
The NSW Rail Museum Education Program has been updated to support the current NSW syllabus for the Australian curriculum. It covers stages 1 and 2 across four subjects, being maths, science, geography and history.
The guided program is just under four (4) hours in duration and includes a tour with hands on practical learning, a student activity booklet and optional heritage train ride.
The Teachers Notes – Excursion Guide provides practical information about the NSW Rail Museum including:
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How to get there
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Curriculum links
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Example program and timetable
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Pre and post visit activities
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School group pricing:
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Guided visit: $10 per student
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Guided visit + heritage train ride: $15 per student (minimum 25 passengers required)
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Accompanying staff/carers free of charge to a max ratio of 1:10 adults to students. Additional adults: $15 per person.
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Carers for special needs education groups are free.
Program Preview: Stage 1 (Years 1-2)
Program Preview: Stage 2 (Years 3-4)
Vacation care / childcare groups
Vacation care and childcare groups are welcome at the NSW Rail Museum on any weekday, including during the school holidays.
We offer both guided and teacher-led visit options, allowing you to explore the museum's rich history and fascinating exhibits through an engaging museum trail. For an added experience, you can include a heritage train ride as an optional extra.
​Vacation care / childcare group pricing:
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Guided visit: $10 per student
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Self-guided visit: $5 per student
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Guided visit including heritage train ride: $15 per student (minimum 25 passengers required when requesting a train ride not on an existing session)
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Accompanying staff/carers free of charge to a max ratio of 1:10 adults to students. Additional adults: $15 each.
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Additional carers for special education groups are free.
Teacher resources
The NSW Rail Museum provides the following resources to help you and your students get the most out of your visit, including pre and post visit activities.
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