Package your Pentridge Education Program with a movie
Make a day of your trip to Pentridge Prison, with a movie and Education program package! Choose from any Pentridge Prison Tours Excursion and combine it with a trip to Palace Cinemas.
Includes a discounted child movie ticket, private cinema screening, and one facilitated education program. Ask us about adding popcorn and drinks for the full cinematic experience.
*Choice of movie is subject to availability and licencing agreements. Please advise your preferred movie title at time of booking.
Program Details
Monday to Friday during school terms subject to availability.
Movie dependent
Pentridge education program: 15 – 30 students (1:12 teacher/carer:student ratio)
Theatre seat capacities, choose from: 41, 43, 44, 94, or 224 seats.
Social script for parents and teachers of students on the autism spectrum.
Teachers will receive a detailed resource pack that includes suggested pre- and post-visit activities upon booking.
$35.00 per student (2 adults included per 20 students).
Includes 1 Pentridge education program, and one cinema viewing. Minimum 15 students.
To book, complete the Online Booking Form. For enquiries, email [email protected] or phone (03) 9656 9889.
Pentridge Prison Tours
1 Champ Street
Coburg VIC 3058
I highly recommend taking your students to Pentridge. The stories are gripping and to listen to them in such a historical place was a real treat.
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