School Visits
All of our workshops have been carefully designed to include maximum engagement and interaction from the children.
Not only do the workshops link to the national curriculum but they also contain an important conservation message behind them. The objective of our workshops is to educate and inspire the younger generation, whilst provoking a curiosity and passion for the natural world around them.
(Please note: All of our workshops can be adapted to meet a variety of SEND needs but prior notification by teachers is required at time of booking)
Guided School Visits
(Highly recommended for schools)
Includes:
- Access to your own Education Guide
- Access to the Education cabin for bag/lunch storage
- Interactive workshop linked to National Curriculum
- Guided Zoo Tour
- Access to undercover area for lunch, should the weather not allow for outdoor lunch
- Zoo and play area access for the rest of the day
(Please note the maximum capacity for the cabin is 45 children, therefore, if the group size is larger, we may need to stagger workshops and lunch breaks).
EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage)
Story Time
This workshop has been designed for children aged 3-5 years and involves the reading of a classic children’s story book, before we head out into the zoo, solving clues together to find the little brown mouse!
Key Stage 1
Food for Thought
This interactive workshop is focused around the feeding habits and diets of animals. It aids learners in identifying carnivores, omnivores and herbivores and understanding the differences between them. Learners will also explore the relationship between living organisms at different levels of a basic food chain.
Animal Needs
The 'Animal Needs' workshop will help learners to understand the basic needs of animals and how their wild habitats meet these needs. It will also encourage learners to explore the idea of the consequences of not meeting the basic needs of different animals.
Key Stage 2
Adapt, Survive & Thrive!
Learn all about the weird and wonderful adaptations of animals and how they help them to survive, in our 'Adapt, Survive & Thrive!' workshop during your zoo school visit. Learners will be able to identify the difference between a physical and a behavioural adaptation and recognise the impact climate change is having on the future of many species.
A Class of Their Own
Who knew there are birds that cannot fly but there are mammals that can?! In this workshop we get down to the nitty gritty of exactly how we are able to group animals based upon their similarities and differences.
Key Stage 3
#ShareSavvy
We’ve all seen photos and videos of wild animals looking adorable online, but did you know that those photos may not be as cute as they first seem! Our interactive #ShareSavvy workshop explores the world of social media and the exotic pet trade and highlights to older learners the issues with interacting with posts involving wildlife.
Hands On!
Our Hands On! workshop has been developed for learners who may prefer a less formal workshop setting. Learners will be encouraged to move at their own pace between tactile artefact stations staffed by the education team, where they can get up close and hands on with snake skins, deer antlers and more! Hands On! may be suited to SEN groups. This workshop can be modified to meet the needs of individual learners – please email events@batterseaparkzoo.co.uk to discuss.
Educational Visit Prices
Guided Visit
A guided visit will include an educational workshop, a guided zoo tour and access to the zoo and its facilities for the day.
£9.50 per child
- The minimum number to qualify for this rate is 15 children
- One supervising adult is admitted free with every 5 paying school children.
- One accompanying carer for each SEND child is admitted free entry into the zoo.
- Any additional adults will be charged at £13.95.
Self-Led Visit
Should you wish to make your own way around the zoo without an education guide or workshop, you will be charged normal child/adult entry prices but will receive a 10% group booking discount off your final bill (15 children minimum to qualify).
Booking
To make a booking, see below. Once your booking is confirmed we will email you a confirmation letter and risk assessment.
Although a risk assessment is provided, we still recommend and welcome up to two supervising adults to complete a pre-visit to the zoo to help plan your day and/or to complete your own risk assessment. If you wish to pre-visit, please bring your confirmation letter with you as it will act as an admission ticket.
ENQUIRE ABOUT OUR SCHOOL AND EDUCATION VISITS
If you would like to book a school trip or would like more information on our education visits, our education team are here to help.
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