School Programs
Education programs at the 24th Biennale of Sydney, Ten Thousand Suns, engage with current thinking in contemporary art practice to promote and stimulate a deeper understanding of biennials and the work of artists.
Our exhibition programs for Primary and Secondary students cater for all ages and abilities. The program contains a range of opportunities for students and teachers including Self-Guided Experiences, Educator Led Experiences, and Schools Workshops:
School Tours at White Bay Power Station
Educator Led Experience
Educator led experiences at the 24th Biennale of General and Senior Student Case Study tours are available Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 12 March; excluding school holidays.
Time: 11.15 am, 12.15 pm or 1.45 pm.
Maximum capacity of 30 students per tour.
General
Join us for a specialised exhibition experience at White Bay Power Station guided by our knowledgeable educators every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday (excluding school holidays).
Senior Student Case Study
Senior Student Case Study Tours at White Bay Power Station are specially designed for Stage 5 and 6 Visual Arts students, allowing teachers to nominate four works from a list of ten provided as pre-visit tour resources.
Self-Guided Experience
Choose your own adventure at White Bay Power Station. Teachers can book in for a free self-guided art encounter navigating their classes with resources supplied by the Biennale of Sydney.
Available Tuesday to Sundays. Maximum capacity of 40 students (1 teacher per 10 students). Registration required.
Education Workshops
Available Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 12 March; excluding school holidays.
Time: 12.15 pm
Duration: 45 minutes
Option 1: Worldbuilding and Character Design inspired by the works of Serwah Attafuah
Option 2: Kite Making inspired by the works of Orquideas Barrileteras
Downloadable Resources
Andrew Thomas Huang
Doreen Chapman
Kaylene Whiskey
Özgür Kar
Information packs
Information including general exhibition, travel, entry and amenities information, learning notes and risk assessment is available via the buttons below.
Bookings for paid workshops and Educator-led tours close seven days prior to the commencement of the event.