Schools programs
The Library provides a range of programs to support both primary and secondary students, from research basics and critical thinking, to subject-specific sessions and self-guided visits.
Book with us to access our Victorian Curriculum 2.0 aligned facilitated workshops and tours, as well as our free self-guided trails.
Please see our wide variety of schools programs below, ranging from Foundation through to VCE.
Additional teacher resources and links to event recordings can be found here.
To find out more about your visit to State Library Victoria, such as bus parking, maps, conditions of entry and our Child Safety Statement, please see the Plan your visit page.
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Primary Australian History Tour (Online)Sharpen your students' historical and critical thinking skills through key items from the State Library’s collection.
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Online
Primary Australian History Tour (Onsite)Sharpen your students' historical and critical thinking skills through key items from the State Library’s collection.
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Onsite
Independent Publishing WorkshopTake this schools' workshop to explore artists’ books and independent publications, then create your own magazine to share your ideas.
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Onsite
Medieval Calligraphy WorkshopStudents will explore the medieval world of parchment paper, coloured powders and gold leaf in this hands-on calligraphy experience.
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Secondary
Onsite
Self-Guided Visits and TrailsExplore the Library at your leisure!
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Secondary
Onsite
Create Your Own Book WorkshopBe immersed in the world of books in this interactive workshop, storytelling session and self-guided experience.
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Onsite
Make Believe: Encounters with Misinformation Education ResourcesIs it real or fake? In the Library’s newest exhibition, Make Believe: Encounters with Misinformation, students are asked to unpack how misinformation has shaped our lives and culture.
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You & Me and the Peanut Butter Beast Launch with Andy Griffiths
Make Your Mark