Using real world learning experiences that incorporate the methods and practices of archaeologists today, your students will investigate, analyse and interpret the many layers of history on Observatory Hill, formerly the location of Fort Phillip. The curriculum-linked programs have been designed around the recent archaeological site investigations.

Suitable for students in Years K – 6 HSIE and Mathematics, Years 7–10 History and Year 11 Ancient History.

Cost: $10 per student ($9 for combined astronomy, meteorology, Powerhouse Museum or Rocks Education Network excursion) Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes Bookings: Morning sessions at 10am and afternoon sessions at 12.15pm Group size: Max 45, minimum 15. Special requests in regards to class sizes and start times can usually be accommodated.

Primary School programs Explore British colonisation and what artefacts and buildings can tell us about the past.

Time detectives: dig it! EARLY STAGE 1 & STAGE 1 (YEARS K–2)

Become a hands-on archaeological detective and investigate what the site on which Sydney Observatory now stands was like. Experience a simulated archaeology dig (weather permitting) and explore what life was like for the people who worked and lived on Observatory Hill in the past. Students also make a simple toy just like those made by children who once lived here.

Curriculum links:Early Stage 1: HSIE CCES.1, CUES.1, ENES.1, SSES.1 / Mathematics NES1.1, NES1.2, NES1.3, DES1.1, SGES.1, SGES.3SSSStage1: HSIE CCS1.1, CCS1.2, CUS1.3, ENS1.5, ENS1.6, SSS1.7 / Mathematics WMS1.4, NS1.1, NS1.2, NS1.4, DS1.1, MS1.1, SGS1.1, SGS1.3

Time detectives: British colonisation

STAGE 2 (YEARS 3–4)

Investigate the British colonisation and settlement of Australia and what remains of Fort Phillip built in 1804. Students will measure and locate where Fort Phillip once stood in the grounds of Sydney Observatory (weather permitting), explore what recent excavations have revealed about the defence of early Sydney, sort and analyse artefacts like those uncovered by the archaeologists, consider what Observatory Hill was like in 1788 and discuss how it has changed.

Curriculum links:Stage 2: HSIE CCS2.1, CCS2.2, ENS2.5, ENS2.6, SSS2.7 / Mathematics WMS2.5, NS2.1, DS2.1, MS2.1, MS2.2, SG2.1, SG2.2a, SG2.2b, SGS2.3

Time detectives: investigating heritage STAGE 3 (YEARS 5–6)

In this hands-on workshop students work mathematically to measure and locate where Fort Phillip once stood in the grounds of Sydney Observatory (weather permitting) and piece together its history using historical and archaeological sources and the buildings themselves to explore the heritage and significance of Observatory Hill today.

Curriculum links:Stage 3: CCS3.1, CUS3.4, ENS3.5, ENS3.6 / Mathematics WMS3.5, MS3.1, SGS3.1, SGS3.2a, SGS3.2b, SGS3.3

FORT PHILLIP ARCHEAOLOGY PROGRAMS ON OBSERVATORY HILL

High School programsUse historical and archaeological evidence to investigate history and the science and technology that underpins archaeology today.

Investigating history STAGE 4 (YEAR 7) STAGE 6 (YEAR 11) Sydney Observatory sits on top of the remains of Fort Phillip, one of Australia’s earliest buildings. In this hands-on workshop students use a wide range of archaeological and historical sources to explore the history of Observatory Hill from 1788 to the present day. Students then present the results of their historical inquiries and communicate the results of their investigations. There is the option of presenting these in a mini exhibition.

Curriculum links:Stage 4 History: 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4, 4.5, 4.6, 4.7, 4.8, 4.9, 4.10Stage 5 Ancient History: P3.1, P3.2, P3.3, P3.5, P3.6, P4.1, P4.2

Site study: Sydney Observatory STAGES 4 & 5 (YEARS 7–10) Today, the 360 degree views from Observatory Hill once enjoyed by Aboriginal people and British colonists are obscured by the modern city. Using historical documents and images, and the results of recent excavations of Fort Phillip built in 1804, students will piece together the history of settlement on Observatory Hill and consider the heritage significance of the site.

Curriculum links:Stages 4 and 5 History Mandatory site study

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FORT PHILLIP ARCHEAOLOGY PROGRAMS ON OBSERVATORY HILL