The Sydney Science Trail is a full-day, hands-on STEM learning experience designed especially for homeschoolers and diverse learners, held across the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney and the Australian Museum. Running in Term 3 from 11–13 August 2025, the program includes four 60-minute sessions: a science expo, a STEM workshop, a live science show or scientist panel, and self-guided exploration. It’s aligned with the NSW curriculum and tailored for Years 3–11, with primary students attending on 11–12 August and secondary students on 13 August. The day runs from 9:30 am to 2:30 pm, with students rotating between venues and activities. The cost is just $25 per student, with supervising adults attending free. With smaller group sizes, flexible pacing, and a strong focus on science, sustainability, and First Nations perspectives, this event offers a rich, engaging learning experience for homeschooling families.

Science

ST2-1WS-S: Questions, plans, and conducts scientific investigations ST2-2DP-T: Selects and uses materials, tools, and equipment to develop solutions ST2-4LW-S: Describes life cycles and structural adaptations of living things ST2-6MW-S: Describes how adding or removing heat causes a change of state ST2-7MW-T: Investigates how contact and non-contact forces affect objects ST2-9PW-ST: Investigates the effect of electricity on movement, sound, or light ST2-10ES-S: Investigates how Earth’s resources are used and conserved ST3-1WS-S: Plans and conducts scientific investigations to answer questions ST3-4LW-S: Examines adaptations in living things that support survival ST3-6MW-S: Describes the properties of solids, liquids, and gases ST3-8PW-ST: Explores how energy from a variety of sources can be used ST3-10ES-S: Describes how natural processes and human activity shape the Earth SC4‑WS‑01: Observing – using scientific tools and instruments SC4‑WS‑02: Questioning & Predicting – forming hypotheses SC4‑WS‑03: Planning Investigations – designing valid tests SC4‑WS‑04: Conducting Investigations – using procedures and equipment SC4‑WS‑05: Processing Data – analysing and interpreting results SC4‑WS‑06: Analysing Patterns – identifying trends and relationships SC4‑WS‑07: Problem-Solving – evaluating solutions SC4‑WS‑08: Communicating – presenting scientific ideas effectively SC4‑FOR‑01: Describes effects of forces in everyday contexts SC4‑LIV‑01: Describes structure and function of living systems SC4‑CLS‑01: Classifies living things based on observable features SC4‑PRT‑01: Identifies properties of matter and particle theory SC4‑SOL‑01: Investigates separating techniques for mixtures SC4‑CHG‑01: Describes changes in the Earth's surface SC4‑OTU‑01: Describes relationships in the solar system SC4‑DAI‑01: Uses data to predict and model scientific phenomena