Grant-funded Virtual science
Virtual Science Program – 2027
Bringing science to life for regional and remote schools across Victoria
Our Virtual Science program is designed to make high-quality STEM learning accessible to every student, no matter where they are. Funded by the Victorian Department of Education, this program connects students with live, interactive science workshops that align with the VCAA Victorian Curriculum Version 2.0.
What’s New for 2027?
In 2026 we launched our reformatted virtual sessions, designed to provide a more cohesive experience for students and stronger curriculum alignment for educators. While many of the hands-on activities and experiments you love remain, the content, delivery, session format and schedule have been refined to ensure consistency and deepen engagement with scientific inquiry.
Program Highlights
8 x 1-hour sessions per term
Hands-on activities and experiments with materials packed and posted to your school
Inquiry-based learning that sparks curiosity and builds scientific thinking
Teacher delivery guide with extension activities, plus new worksheets, and resources to reinforce STEM concepts
A reliable, engaging format that cements students’ introduction to scientific inquiry and methodology
How It Works
Each week, the Discovery team runs live, online workshops where students interact with our science communicators and participate in experiments in real time. Schools receive materials, resource packs, extension resources and online support to explore curriculum-based science topics.
Cost
FREE for rural and regional government schools across Victoria for two terms, thanks to the support of the Department of Education, Victoria, through the Strategic Partnerships Program
Returning schools, metropolitan schools, non-government schools, or other ineligible schools can join for $18 per student per term, which includes virtual sessions and resource packs.
