Noongar Boodja Six Seasons
Kulunga Katitjin Kaarta Koomba - exploring Aboriginal culture to promote sustainability and reconciliation.
This immersive program will enhance respect for Aboriginal people, appreciation for diversity in our community and a sense of responsibility for caring for our natural environment.
Students in Year 1 to 6 join Aboriginal presenters as they share their knowledge of the six Noongar seasons and traditional life. Students participate in cultural activities traditionally associated with the seasons, such as plant uses for food and medicine, hunting, language, art, dance, and traditional games.
Proudly supported by FUGRO.
2025 Noongar Boodja schedule
Term 1
Dates: 25 & 26 March, 1 & 2 April 2025
Season: Bunuru - Second summer - The hottest time of the year
Themes: Wetlands and Waterways - Kep Kaatitjiny
Term 2
Dates: 6, 7, 13 & 14 May 2025
Season: Djeran - Cool season - A transitional time of year
Themes: Family and Country - Moort ba Boodja Kaatitjiny
Dates: 24 & 25 June, 1 & 2 July 2025
Season: Makuru - Rain season - The first rains and coldest time of the year
Themes: Hunting and Toolmaking - Kaarlak Kaatitjiny
Term 3
Dates: 16, 17, 23 & 24 September 2025
Season: Djilba - Second rains - The second rains and first of the wildflowers
Themes: Bush tucker and Medicines - Dek-ngat Kaatitjiny
Term 4
Dates: 4, 5, 11 & 12 November 2025
Season: Kambarang/Birak - Wildflowers and the first summer - Becoming dry and hot
Themes: Caring for Country - Boodjarak Kaaradjiny
Contact the Education Bookings Officer to find out more about activities and knowledge shared in each season.
Fee Structure
Primary School Event
$12.50 per student
$187.50 minimum booking fee
- All prices include GST
- Minimum booking fees apply
- Teachers and supervising adults are free of charge
- Payment can be made via electronic funds transfer (EFT) or credit card
- You will receive an email confirming your booking once we have received and processed your completed application form. 
-  You will receive a tax invoice within one week of your excursion.  Please confirm any changes to student numbers before the day of your excursion.
- Kings Park Education reserves the right to cancel a booking at any time. 
How to book
Please note during school term-time group visits to Rio Tinto Naturescape Kings Park must be in conjunction with a Kings Park Education program booking.    
- Select your program and preferred date
- Email your enquiry to the Kings Park Education Booking Officer
Please include the year group and number of students - Submit the Primary Education Program Booking Request Form
- Check your confirmation email to ensure your booking details are correct. All changes must be requested in writing  
- Please see Excursion Information tab to plan your visit
Bookings are essential for all excursions to Kings Park. Bookings are also required for all informal visits by school groups (including picnics and playtime) to ensure your safety in an emergency.
We recommend making your booking at least one term in advance, due to the popularity of our programs.
Resources
Learn more about Kaarta Koomba and Noongar culture on the Kings Park YouTube channel.
Excursion Information
Please bring enough adults to ensure student safety. The recommended adult to student ratio for Kings Park Education excursions are:  
- Kindergarten 1:4
- PP - Year 2 1:5
- Year 3-6 1:6
- Year 7-8 1:10
- Year 9-10 1:15
- Year 11-12 1:30
Arrive at least 20 minutes before your program is due to start. Please note, your program will be cut short if you are late.
Provide students and adult helpers with advice on suitable outdoor clothing and items to bring. We recommend students wear their sports uniforms, closed-in shoes, a hat, and bring a raincoat in case of wet weather. Please bring water bottles, lunch/recess, insect repellent, sunscreen and a first aid kit. To prevent foraging by hungry birds we recommend students use individual backpacks.
Cancellation Policy
Kings Park and Rio Tinto Naturescape Kings Park is a popular destination for school excursions.
Please take care when selecting your program and booking date as some, or all, of the fee may still apply if you chose to cancel the booking.
Education special events - including Noongar Boodja Six Seasons
If you do decide to cancel the booking, please provide at least 60 days’ notice for special school events including Noongar Boodja Six Seasons, so we can offer another group the opportunity to visit.
Unless there are exceptional circumstances, failure to provide the required notice will incur the minimum booking fee per class for Noongar Boodja. Schools that do not provide any notice of cancellation and fail to attend on the day will be charged the full booking fee.
Kings Park and Botanic Garden is an outdoor venue and programs will go ahead in most weather conditions. In cases of severe weather, a Total Fire Ban, Extreme or Catastrophic Fire Danger Ratings, Kings Park Education programs and events will be cancelled prior to or on the day of the excursion by the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority. In this instance the BGPA will contact all booked groups. If the program cannot be rescheduled to another date, a full refund will be provided where payment has been made in advance.
In cases of a Total Fire Ban, Extreme or Catastrophic fire danger ratings, Rio Tinto Naturescape Kings Park will be closed to all visitors.
Bookings are essential for all excursions to Kings Park and Bold Park, including guided and self-guided programs and special events. Bookings are also required for all informal visits by school groups (including picnics and playtime) to ensure your safety in an emergency.
Program information
Session duration
3 hours
Location
Age group
Curriculum links
Enquire now
education@bgpa.wa.gov.au
9480 3638