Bookings are now open for school trips during 2025. Choose from a self-guided option or an engaging curriculum-based workshop covering a range of key stages. These involve activity-based learning linked to science and geography topics, with an opportunity to meet some small animals.
SELF-LED GROUP VISITS:
Off Peak Cost: £9 per student
A minimum of 20 students is required to receive group rate. Groups smaller than 20 people will pay our normal concession price for entry. We offer one free adult for every four children.
WORKSHOPS:
Cost: £40 per workshop
Our workshops cover a range of key stages from EYFS to Higher Education. The workshops involve activity-based learning linked to science and geography topics, with an opportunity to meet some small live animals. Workshops can accommodate up to 30 students at a time. View these workshops below.
Curriculum based Workshops:
EYFS
KS1
KS2
We also are able to cater for a range of KS3 and KS4 topics, as well as SEND groups.
Please send an email to: [email protected] to discuss the best option for your group.
Useful information
Payments
All visits will be invoiced prior to the trip taking place. Any changes to student numbers must be given 10 days prior to the visit so we can invoice for the correct amount.
Lunches and bag drop
Zoo amenities
There are various animal keeper talks going on throughout the day. As well as several play areas. The pool is available depending on season and temperature. Each entry ticket will also include 1 free train ride.
Risk assessment
Our risk assessments can be found here for self-led school visits, and for school visits with workshops.
Coach parking
Coaches are able to park up at the bottom of the main car park.
