Inspiring philosophical thinking in children and schools
Inspiring philosophical thinking in children and schools
Introducing students to philosophical thinking
Available to all Victorian primary and secondary schools we provide a range of events throughout the year to introduce students to philosophical thinking.
Providing ongoing support to teachers
We support teachers in fostering the intellectual and social skills that enable students to think philosophically – through training, networking and curriculum development.
Valuable resources for VAPS members
VAPS provides a range of members only materials supporting teachers and students in fostering the intellectual and social skills that enable philosophical thinking.
Upcoming Events & facilitators opportunities
See our Events page for all our upcoming events for PIPS, VCE Philosophy, and Teacher Training.
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$200 per day for VAPS-trained personnel of those with experience facilitating philosophical communities of inquiry. 10:00 am to 2:00 pm with various schools in locations such as Melbourne Museum, Scienceworks, and the National Gallery of Victoria. To register interest contact: vapscommittee@vaps.vic.edu.au, ABN required.
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100% Subsidies (free) for schools with DET the following equity characteristics thanks to funding from the Department of Education & Training through the Strategic Partnership Program
Students from disadvantaged or low SES backgrounds.
This event is for students in Years 5-8 and will take place at the Immigration Museum on the 28th July 2021. Each school is able to bring 10 students. PIPS
Each year VAPS hosts forums with academics to support VCE Philosophy. In 2022, our forum to support VCE Unit 4 will be held on Sunday, 31st July. Tickets are sold
Introduction to the Community of Inquiry Training will run in Aug-Sep for Semester 2. These training sessions run across three Sundays, 7th August, 19th August, and 4th September. Training takes place
Philosophy in Public Spaces Event for schools for 2022 are open. This event is for students in Years 8-11 and will take place at the National Gallery of Victoria on
Inspired by the Philosophy for Children movement, the Victorian Association for Philosophy in Schools (VAPS) promotes critical and creative thinking among young people.