Schools

At the Art Gallery of Western Australia we are dedicated to providing diverse, inclusive and accessible programming for all ages.

Our hands-on workshops, guided tours and professional learning opportunities provide a wide range of experiences and opportunities for Early Learning, Primary and Secondary students to engage with original works of art and hands-on artist practices.

Genuine creativity, emotional intelligence and critical thinking are becoming increasingly required skills in an unstable and fast changing world. The Learning Team is engaged in ongoing research, consultation, and the development of new pedagogies that prioritise critical inquiry, experimentation and reflective practice.

We offer excursion opportunities to complement your teaching and learning programs, with curriculum links across all subject areas including English, Mathematics, Science, Humanities and Social Sciences and Languages other than English. Below you will find information about MAKING and RESPONDING excursions and Professional Learning opportunities for artists and educators.

Please let us know if you have any special requirements or areas of interest. We are happy to tailor your experience to meet the needs of your teaching and learning programs.

Related Information

Your Visit

COVID-19 SAFETY PLAN

AGWA Learning programs and activities have resumed in accordance with enhanced safety and sanitisation procedures at the Gallery. We ask that all groups observe physical distancing and sanitisation guidelines as detailed below. Workshop participants will be required to use hand sanitiser before entering the studio and limit sharing of materials. Bookings may be affected due to maximum numbers allowed in the Education Studio.

For the health and wellbeing of our visitors and staff, the following safety measures and visit requirements have been put in place:

Safety measures
• Hand sanitiser stations throughout the Gallery.
• Additional cleaning of the Gallery including high-traffic areas and high-touch items.
• Cleaning of equipment in between workshops.
• Mobility equipment sanitised after each use.

Visit requirements
• Please do not visit the Gallery if you are feeling unwell.
• Please use hand sanitiser upon entering the Gallery. You will also find sanitiser stations throughout the Gallery.
• Please keep a 1.5m distance between yourself and other visitors.
• Please follow the instructions of Gallery staff.
• Please inform Gallery staff if you become unwell during your visit.

Download a PDF copy of the COVID-19 Safety Plan

Excursions at AGWA

The Gallery has various security and conservation protocols in place to safeguard the works on display. See below to learn about protecting your State Art Collection during your visit.

Excursion Policy

Risks and Responsibility

The Gallery buildings and service provision conforms to all safety and building code standards offering a safe environment for group visits. Security guards are present in all public and Gallery spaces. In the event of an emergency they provide first aid assistance and coordinate building evacuation. In the interest of the security of the works on display and general comfort of all visitors, a general code of behaviour is expected.

Certificate of Currency

Fire and Emergency Plan

COVID-19 Safety Plan

Supervising Adults

Supervising adults must accompany the students throughout their visit to actively monitor student behaviour. It is the teacher's responsibility to oversee the general behaviour and to intervene when necessary.

Parking

Parking is available for buses and coaches on Beaufort Street, adjacent to the James Street Mall. Find out more about the Gallery's location and accessibility.

Lunch

Grassed areas for lunch are situated in the James Street Mall and near the main entrance to the Art Gallery.

Wheelchairs and Mobility

The Art Gallery of WA is in possession of one automated and one manual wheelchair, one walking frame and a child's stroller. These are loaned and provided free of charge to assist groups moving around the Gallery. Bookings are essential.