Education

Explore, Engage, Create

Our education programmes create meaningful learning opportunities inside the Gallery, bringing together people and art by embracing, sharing and unlocking creativity, imagination and exploration. Working closely with diverse communities and learning partners, we share knowledge and experiences to foster deeper understanding  through art, connection, and aroha. 

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Our education programmes are FREE!

We think it’s essential that all kids and students should be able to have a meaningful and exciting learning experience in the Gallery. If costs are a barrier to your school visit, please get in touch with us via the booking form and ask about our teacher relief fees  and transport subsidies.

Kaiārahi facilitator
To support learning in te ao and te reo Māori, please enquire about our Gallery kaiārahi when booking.

Education programmes
We offer interactive education programmes and self-guiding resources to suit all levels of ākonga (students), from early childhood to tertiary, across the learning areas. 

  • 20-minute food break to start your visit
  • 40 minutes of playful Gallery exploration with a facilitator, discovering artworks with creative interactive activities.

Primary 2-hour Gallery exploration + studio artist workshop

  • 50-minute interactive tour with a learning facilitator in the Gallery, exploring various artworks with engaging activities.
  • 20-minute food break
  • 50-minute workshop with an artist in the studio exploring hands-on, creative processes connected to learning experiences in the Gallery.

Primary 1-hour interactive Gallery exploration

  • 1-hour interactive tour with a facilitator in the Gallery, exploring various artworks and responding to artworks with creative, engaging activities.

Secondary 100-minute deep dive into art

  • 50-minute interactive tour with a learning facilitator in the Gallery, exploring various artworks with engaging activities and conversations.
  • 50-minute workshop with an artist in the studio hands-on, creative processes responding to learning experiences in the Gallery.

Secondary 1-hour art investigation

  • 1-hour interactive tour with a learning facilitator in the Gallery, exploring various artworks with engaging activities and conversations.

1 hour with a facilitator in the Gallery, exploring various artworks and responding to artworks with creative interactive activities.

Education groups are always welcome to self-guide in the Gallery. Send us an enquiry, and we can help find the best time for your visit and provide more information to ensure a successful experience.

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Getting in touch

We look forward to hosting your education group at the Gallery and can help you choose the right programme to suit your learning needs. Contact us using the button below, and we will reply soon.

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Regular education updates

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Our school programmes are Enriching Local Curriculum (ELC) based, supported by the Ministry of Education and facilitated by experienced teachers and art educators. The Sir William and Lady Lois Manchester Charitable Trust provides further support for removing barriers for schools and students.