Bee Education Brisbane
We have a buzz-tastic array of bee-themed sessions that are perfect for everyone, young and young-at-heart! Our sessions are packed with fun and are designed to engage adults as well as children. To make sure everything runs smoothly, we provide helpful documentation to support our services, along with links to the learning frameworks that guide our activities.
When you book a session, you’ll receive:
Lesson Plan: A detailed guide so all educators will know exactly how the session will unfold.
Risk Assessment: An editable Word document that you can customize to fit your unique needs.
Critical Reflection Tool: A resource to help educators reflect on what they learned during the session, which is super important for growth.
Flyer: A printable flyer that you can share with families to generate excitement about our sessions.
Educators Pack: A comprehensive pack designed to help educators weave our sessions seamlessly into their learning programs.
Please note that travel fees may apply for venues outside the Brisbane area. Come join the fun and let’s explore the wonderful world of bees together!
Beekeeper Incursion for early learning centres
$395* - 45 Minute session (22 children)
Join us for an unforgettable adventure into the buzzing world of beekeeping! Slip into your bee suit and prepare for a day filled with excitement and discovery. You'll get to see live bees in action and learn all about their fascinating lives and the important roles they play in our ecosystem.
Engage in role-playing activities where you can experience what it's like to be a beekeeper. From hive inspections to honey extraction, every moment is packed with fun and learning. At the end of your adventure, you'll take home a jar of our delicious honey to share with your family and friends!
*Remember, discounts are available for multiple sessions booked on the same day. Don’t miss out on this sweet opportunity!
Beekeeper Incursion for OSHC/Vacation Care
Starting from $600 per session
A more scientific exploration of bees awaits you, featuring an engaging and in-depth educational talk during which we uncover some truly amazing and fascinating bee facts. Our frame of live bees will be present for an up-close visit, allowing participants to observe these remarkable creatures in action.
The children will have the unique opportunity to partake in a hands-on honey extraction demonstration, where they can pour their very own jar of delicious honey to take home as a special souvenir. Additionally, they will engage in role-playing the rewarding career of an apiarist, tasting some of our pure raw honey, and enjoying the delightful experience of eating honeycomb directly from the frame.
Book online now for groups up to 100 children or for larger groups email us at education@teralbaparkhoney.com.au to discuss a personalised package
Native Bee Incursion
$395 - 45 Minute session (22 children)
Do you need someone to keep an eye on your stingless bee hive? We offer special monitoring services that focus on native pollination, and we believe in making it educational fun and child focused. During our Native Bee Incursion, we will check your hive to see how the bees are doing, looking out for any pests or diseases that could be affecting them.
While we take a close look inside the hive, we'll share our knowledge about bee health and their population. This way, everyone can learn how to care for the bees and ensure they thrive. It's a fantastic opportunity for children to connect with nature and understand the important role these little pollinators play. Together, we can help support your hive for years to come!
*Discounts apply to multiple sessions booked in the same day
Pollination Partnership
12 Month Program - Whole centre approach
Would you like to see native stingless bees thriving in your centre throughout the year? Reach out to us today to explore the opportunity to join our expanding community of Pollination Partners. By participating, you can create a home for a hive right in your playground, playing a vital role in preserving these essential pollinators. Become part of a community focused on enhancing biodiversity and fostering a connection with nature. Together, we can contribute positively to our environment and ensure a better future for generations to come.
Receive personalized, one-on-one assistance from your local beekeepers to enhance your playscapes with a variety of year-round learning opportunities that promote environmental awareness and appreciation for nature. With our knowledge of education and our passion for bees your learning programs will be enriched with our support
Note this program is wonderfully popular and waitlists times may apply, email education@teralbaparkhoney.com.au to learn more
Bee Education for Primary Schools
Starting from $600 per session
Bring the buzzing world of bees to your classroom with our hands-on, exciting program! Students will slip into bee suits, observe live bees, and embark on a more in-depth and scientific journey into their essential role in our ecosystem. Through interactive activities like hive inspections and honey extraction, they’ll delve deeper into the fascinating science behind beekeeping. This experience not only sparks curiosity but also cultivates an understanding of bees' complex behaviors, their critical impact on pollination, and the processes involved in honey production, providing a comprehensive insight into the life within the hive.
This session includes a 45 minute educational talk about bees and the role of the Apiarist where we lean on and extended on the children’s pre-established knowledge of bees. Following this we move onto our hands-on stations where children will get to move their bodies throughout the resources and explore pouring their own jar of honey to take home, tasting honey, using the tools of the apiarist, trying on beekeeper suits, play ‘spot-the-queen’ and crank the honey extractor as they watch real honey pour out.
Online booking is NOT currently available, contact us today to reserve your spot by emailing education@teralbaparkhoney.com.au
Extra-curricular: Beekeeping Club for High Schools
Want to offer an exciting and engaging beekeeping club as an extra-curricular activity at your high school? We specialize in placing hives directly on school property and providing guidance to young minds about the fascinating and intricate world of beekeeping. Our approach emphasizes collaboration and interactive learning, combining both classroom-based instruction and hands-on experience in the field. This way, students can truly understand the importance of bees and the art of beekeeping while enjoying themselves outside the traditional classroom setting.
Want to learn more about this program? Contact us today for details and to reserve your spot by emailing education@teralbaparkhoney.com.au
All incursions are developed by Amber Riddell who has over 12 years experience in the early childhood sector across multiple roles, from Lead Educator to Educational Leader and Montessori Directress.
Our bee incursions are delivered within the guidelines of the early years learning frame work and the My Time Our Place and allow for each child to explore within their own supportive space.
Qualifications:
Certificate III in Children’s services (2012)
Diploma of Montessori Education (2016)
Certificate III in Beekeeping (2023)
Valid Blue Card