Red Hill Environmental Education Centre

Red Hill Environmental Education Centre is an integral part of the NSW Department of Education and Training network of Environmental Education Centres across New South Wales. Located in the historic Gold Rush town of Gulgong, the Centre offers unique natural and built environment programs for students from Kindergarten to Year 12. Red Hill EEC focuses on providing high-quality, hands-on learning experiences that align with the curriculum, enabling students to explore, discover, and connect with nature.

Learning Programs

The Centre provides various learning programs that not only support traditional educational goals in subjects like science, geography, and history but also incorporate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives. Staffed by trained teachers who are experts in environmental education, Red Hill EEC educates students on the importance of caring for the environment, enhancing their understanding and appreciation for their surroundings.

Community Engagement

Red Hill EEC collaborates closely with the local Aboriginal community to deliver authentic cultural programs and build teachers' capacity to embed Aboriginal perspectives in their teaching. Programs also include support for schools in developing environmentally sustainable practices and enhance the overall learning experience.

The Centre's mission is to create a safe and engaging environment where students can learn from the past to inform the future. Red Hill EEC stands out as a leader in environmental education, providing essential resources and support to schools throughout the region. Its motto, 'Learning from our past to inform our future', embodies its commitment to education that is both meaningful and relevant to the challenges of today.

To provide a safe and engaging educational environment so that students can learn from the past to inform the future.