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Schools & education

Learn through
story and
doing.

Warm, age-appropriate cultural learning that helps students listen, create, ask respectful questions and connect with Bunurong Country.

Uncle Mark Brown speaking at a cultural gathering
Elder-led speaking and cultural conversation

Living culture

Learning that stays with people.

Programs are led by Uncle Mark Brown and supported by cultural practitioners where appropriate.

Language, activity and depth are shaped for the age group, setting, location, learning goals and time available. Dreaming Spirit does not present one generic session to every group.

Programs can connect with school priorities without claiming curriculum accreditation. Scope is confirmed with educators before delivery.

Learning formats

Listen. Create. Connect.

Activities are selected for cultural appropriateness, the students involved and the outcomes educators are seeking.

STORY

Story & cultural talks

Bunurong Country, local history, continuing culture, responsibility and respectful conversation.

CREATE

Art & creative making

Guided activities exploring story, identity, visual language and respect for cultural intellectual property.

PARTICIPATE

Message sticks & hands-on learning

Appropriate participatory activities shaped for the setting, age group and available time.

LISTEN

Yidaki demonstration

Sound, story and cultural context shared as part of an appropriately scoped session.

COUNTRY

Waterways, wetlands & seasons

Place-based learning about plants, animals and seasonal relationships where suitable.

TAILORED

School-specific programs

A connected program designed around your students, location, learning purpose and schedule.

Education settings

From early learning to tertiary groups.

Delivery is adjusted so it remains engaging, clear and culturally meaningful for the people in the room.

Early learningAge-appropriate participation
Primary & secondaryStory, art and Country
TAFE & universityDeeper cultural context
Educator teamsProfessional learning

Planning information

What we confirm with you.

01

Students & learning goals

Year level, group size, prior learning and what you hope students will carry forward.

02

Place & timing

Your site, Dreaming Spirit Gallery or an appropriate On Country setting, plus the practical school timetable.

03

Format & resources

Talk, demonstration, creative activity, materials, access needs and educator support.

04

Scope & fees

Standard school and cultural programs are available from $2,310. Travel, materials and specialist requirements are confirmed separately.

Schools & education updates

Keep your school connected.

Email Dreaming Spirit to hear about future programs, workshops, learning resources and gallery opportunities for educators.

Request education updates

Plan a school program

Tell us who is learning, where you are and what you want the experience to achieve.

Make a school enquiry ↗