Australian Parliament House
Australian Parliament House
The place, the people, the process – see Parliament in action when you visit Australian Parliament House.
Australian primary and secondary schools can participate in Parliament’s School Visit Program. Subject to availability, students can experience:
A comprehensive guided tour with the Visitor Engagement team allows students to experience the House of Representatives and Senate chambers.
An immersive role-play program with the Parliamentary Education Office (PEO) explores the function, value and purpose of Australia’s democratic system of government.
A hospitality break includes a delicious refreshment and a chane to meet parliamentarians.
Guided tours and PEO role-plays are available, commencing on the hour from 9am – 4pm Monday to Friday, excluding public holidays. All programs are free of charge.
Opening Hours
9am–4pm Monday to Friday
Programs Available
PEO Video Conference
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Program Information
- Delivery Type:
- Online
- Year Levels:
- Availability:
- Contact attraction to book
Digital: Introducing Parliament
An online program for students in Years 3 and 4 introducing:
the similarities, differences and importance of rules and laws
the role and responsibilities of representatives
what it means to be an active citizen
Program Information
- Delivery Type:
- Online
- Year Levels:
- Year 3
- Year 4
- Availability:
- Weekdays: 12:00 – 12:30 pm
- Weekdays: 2:00 – 2:30 pm
- Weekdays: 4:00 – 4:30 pm
- Weekdays: 10:00 – 10:30 am
Digital: Parliamentary Insider
Students explore the function and significance of Australia’s democratic system of government. The program investigates:
the how laws are made through Parliament
the responsibilities of representatives
the formation of government
how government is kept accountable
Program Information
- Delivery Type:
- Online
- Year Levels:
- Year 5
- Year 6
- Secondary
- Availability:
- Weekdays: 10:00 – 11:00 am
- Weekdays: 12:00 – 1:00 pm
- Weekdays: 2:00 – 3:00 pm
- Weekdays: 4:00 – 5:00 pm
Guided Tour
On a guided tour students are shown how Parliament House is the physical representation of Australia’s democracy. Expert Guides reveal the works of Parliament and unpack the architectural story of the building.
During sitting weeks Student may have an opportunity to watch Parliament in action.
Facilitated guided tours are PACER-eligible.
Program Information
- Delivery Type:
- In Canberra
- Year Levels:
- Year 5
- Year 6
- Secondary
- Availability:
- Weekdays: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
PEO Role-Play
Parliamentary Educators bring the work of the Parliament to life with a PEO role-play.
Students investigate how:
government is formed
laws are made
the government is kept accountable
Program Information
- Delivery Type:
- In Canberra
- Year Levels:
- Year 5
- Year 6
- Secondary
- Availability:
- Weekdays: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Hospitality Break
A Hospitality break includes a delicious refreshment and can be booked on the half hour. It is also a chance to meet parliamentarians, dependant on their availability.
Program Information
- Delivery Type:
- In Canberra
- Year Levels:
- Year 5
- Year 6
- Secondary
- Availability:
- Weekdays: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Digital: Australian Constitution of past, present, future
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Program Information
- Delivery Type:
- Online
- Year Levels:
- Year 5
- Year 6
- Secondary
- Availability:
- Weekdays: 10:00 – 11:00 am
- Weekdays: 12:00 – 1:00 pm
- Weekdays: 2:00 – 3:00 pm
- Weekdays: 4:00 – 5:00 pm