4 school children look at a map in the discovery centre

Queensland Museum Kurilpa inspires curiosity and deepens learning beyond the classroom. Our specially designed school programs, hands-on STEM experiences, and world-class exhibitions bring the curriculum to life. Students will explore Queensland's rich biodiversity, natural heritage, history, culture and STEM, in ways that spark discovery, creativity, and a lifelong love of learning.

Choose your experience

Bookings are essential for school group visits. Minimum numbers apply. Please book early to secure preferred times.

Costs & Payment

  • General museum entry: Free
  • SparkLab: $11.50 per student (groups of 10+). Supervising adults within ratio are free, additional adults charged at concession price. Full payment is required in advance of your visit.
  • Museum Meet Up: $10 - $25 per student (groups of 10+) Supervising adults within ratio are free, additional adults charged at student price. Full payment is required in advance of your visit.
  • Bubble, Boil, BANG!: $12 per person. No minimum number of bookings required. Full payment is required in advance of your visit.
  • Bubble, Boil, BANG! on demand: $14 per person. Minimum of 60 students. Full payment is required in advance of your visit.
  • Digital Incursions: $90 per class (maximum 30 students per class). Full payment is required in advance of your visit.
  • Exhibitions: $15 per student (groups of 10+). Supervising adults within ratio are free, additional adults charged at concession price. Full payment is required in advance of your visit.
  • World Science Festival Brisbane Education Programs: $12. Full payment is required in advance of your visit.

Please be aware that all prices are subject to change.

Changes to payment process in 2027
Queensland Museum is changing the way schools pay for excursions. Full payment will now be required six weeks before your visit to secure your booking. If you book within six weeks of your excursion date, payment will be required immediately.

Notice of cancellation
Cancellations made within two weeks of the excursion date will incur a $90 administration fee, which will be deducted from any refund payable.
All cancellations must be made in writing to education@qm.qld.gov.au.

Payment FAQs

No. Refunds are not provided for reduced numbers. You will be invoiced based on the final numbers confirmed, or the minimum chargeable number (10 students for exhibitions, or 20 for facilitated programs), whichever is greater.

We will do our best to accommodate additional students; however, this depends on capacity availability – please check with our Bookings Officer before your visit. Any additional students will be charged, and an additional invoice will be issued.

Yes. You may move your booking to another date in the same calendar year if you provide at least 6 weeks’ notice.

Please contact our Bookings Officer on education@qm.qld.gov.au
All cancellations must be made in writing. Cancellation fees apply as follows:

For Museum Meet Up:

  • Within 4 weeks of the visit: 100% of the total booking fee may be charged.

For SparkLab, exhibitions, and facilitated programs:

  • More than 6 weeks before the visit: $90 cancellation fee.
  • Within 2 weeks of the visit: 100% of the total booking fee may be charged.

Preparing for your school visit

Free visit for teachers

Teachers can arrange a free preview of the museum, including free entry to SparkLab, prior to their visit to plan and prepare for their group's learning experience. Complete our online form now to register your interest.

Teacher previews of our Croc! Lost Giants to Living Legends exhibition are handled separately. To book a free preview, please register via QTIX.

Please note that accompanying guests will require their own ticket/s to either exhibition.

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