Zoo leadership: leaders of the wild

Sydney

Dubbo

Full day program

Summary

S3 & S6 - Full-day program
A unique zoo-based leadership experience where students build confidence, communication and teamwork skills while discovering that leadership can take many forms.

Things to know

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Stage
Stage 3 Leaders
Stage 6 leaders
Emerging leaders
School leadership teams
Learning areas
Personal Development,
Leadership Development,
Social and Emotional Learning,
General Capabilities,
Teamwork and Communication Skills
Duration
Full-day program
Cost
From $25.50 per student for NSW Government Schools, or $30.50 per student for non-NSW Government Schools.
Inclusions
Facilitated zoo-based leadership workshop,
Curriculum-linked learning activities,
Interactive team challenges,
Guided reflection and discussion,
Leadership and communication skill development

Workshop overview

Lead, collaborate, discover

A leadership experience inspired by the animal kingdom.

Leadership isn't just about being in charge. Across the animal kingdom, individuals and groups communicate, cooperate, make decisions, adapt to change and use their unique strengths to survive and thrive.

In this immersive zoo-based program, students explore how different animals work together, respond to challenges and lead in different ways. Through engaging, hands-on activities, students apply these lessons to their own experiences as they work collaboratively to solve problems, make decisions and overcome challenges.

Students discover that effective leadership can take many forms and that everyone has valuable strengths to contribute to a team.

What’s Involved

Throughout the program, students participate in a series of interactive challenges located throughout the Zoo.

Challenge & Discover

Students navigate zoo-based challenges that encourage creative thinking, problem-solving and adaptability while exploring leadership lessons inspired by wildlife.

Communicate & Collaborate

Through team activities, students practise active listening, clear communication and effective collaboration with a range of peers.

Lead & Decide

Students take on leadership roles, make decisions and consider how their choices influence group outcomes and team success.

Reflect & Grow

Guided reflection activities help students identify their leadership strengths, recognise areas for growth and consider how they can positively contribute to their school community.

Learning Outcomes (Skills Focused)

By participating in this program, students will:

Develop effective communication and active listening skills.
Strengthen teamwork and collaboration capabilities.
Build confidence in leadership and decision-making.
Apply critical and creative thinking to solve challenges.
Demonstrate adaptability and resilience when faced with unexpected situations.
Recognise and value diverse strengths within a team.
Reflect on their own leadership style and areas for growth.
Understand that leadership can take many forms and that everyone can contribute positively to a group.

Through authentic, hands-on experiences in a unique zoo environment, students develop practical leadership skills that extend beyond the classroom and into their school and community lives.

Availability

This program is available at Taronga Zoo Sydney AND Taronga Western Plains Zoo on the following dates:

Term 1	Tuesday 2nd March 2027 – Primary Leaders (week 6) Wednesday 3rd March 2027 - Secondary Leaders (week 6)
Term 4	Tuesday 19th October 2027- Secondary Leaders (week 2) Thursday 9th December 2027 – Primary Leaders (week 9)