Our NDIS School Holiday Zookeeper Program gives young autistic people the chance to enjoy a calm, structured and sensory-friendly wildlife adventure these holidays.
With dedicated 1:1 support, participants step into the shoes of a junior zookeeper, meeting our amazing animals up close, trying out new skills and building confidence in a safe and engaging space. We create a supportive environment where every young person can relax, have fun and connect with wildlife in a way that feels just right for them.
Please note: the team are not disability or mental health professionals and therefore the Zookeeper program is designed for participants who can keep themselves and those around them safe, who have good hygiene, do not require assistance using bathroom facilities and have mental health management plans and supports in place, where required.
You will learn
- You'll learn interesting facts about our truly unique Australian wildlife. Find out how they live, what habitats they're from and how to take care of them in a captive environment.
You will get
- Get up close to an array of amazing animals. Experience life as a zookeeper, find out how to feed, train and enrich the lifes of our animals. All attendees receive a certificate from their experience. You'll also get access to some behind the scenes photos.
Appropriate for
Participants 14yo + with a love for nature and animals
What to bring
- Bring your phones to take photos
What to wear
Casual clothing prepared for messy work
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Cancellations & Refunds
If the organiser cancels the class:
You are entitled to a full refund.
If you can't attend the class:
- A refund can be requested 7 days before class starts. Free of charge.
We recommend the refund upgrade option upon checkout in case you’re not able to attend the class. Learn more about refund upgrade option.
Terms & Conditions
Anyone partaking in any classes or coming to any events at Reptile Encounters or organised by Reptile Encounters must agree to these terms and conditions.
1.) LIABILITY WAIVER
I agree to take on full responsibility for any damages, injuries and for physical and/or personal property, which I might incur whilst participating in classes and/or events organised by Reptile Encounters
2.) PHOTO & VIDEO
I agree to give Reptile Encounters unrestricted publishing rights for any photographs or videos taken at Reptile Encounters classes and events or on Reptile Encounters premises for use in Reptile Encounters marketing materials. Parents and guests are welcome to take photos of their own children during our Zookeeper for a Day experiences and other events, however, we value the safety and well-being of all visitors, especially children, at our premises so we request adherence to child safety and privacy guidelines and ask that you do not post or distribute images without explicit consent from all people in these images.
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