Education centre
City of Gold Coast supports lifelong learning, and we recognise that anyone, at any age, can make a positive contribution to the life and future of our city. We work closely with other organisations across the Gold Coast to make a range of education and learning programs available to schools, students and the wider community. We also provide support services on a variety of topics.
Education programs
School based education programs
City of Gold Coast provides information, support and visits to schools who want to include Council’s role, work and governance structure in the curriculum. We also run programs to engage and educate young people about Council, and to recognise the contribution that children and young people make to our community.
Community and lifestyle education
Enhancing community well-being and safety, active lifestyles, pet awareness, graffiti prevention, libraries and cultural experiences.
Environment education
The City provides a range of resources and programs to enhance environmental teaching and learning experiences about the Gold Coast's liveability.
Business and industry education
Connecting people and building capability through professional development, networking, business and industry advice, support and assistance.
Education about Council
Engaging children and young people in Council's role, governance and structure.
Resources about City of Gold Coast and visits to schools:
If you would like any City of Gold Coast resources to use as part of the curriculum, or want to request a visit to your school by City officers, please see our School based education programs page for contact details.
Testimonials
"The City's energy trailer is an amazing resource for our school to use. Not only is it free, it is easy to access, hands on, engaging for the kids and it aligns with the National Curriculum."
Kirsten Lord
Primary School Science Facilitator
"Junior Council has given me one of the greatest experiences that I will ever have. It’s provided so many opportunities being the Junior Mayor."
Evange Epa
Gold Coast Junior Mayor 2011
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