Our wildlife connections project is focused on the habitat destruction that is taking place in the UK. We teach the students all about our native wildlife and empower them to look after it by teaching them what they can do in their own homes. Our activity packed workshops inspires them to take action and help our endangered species.
Our experts will support you every step of the way, delivering a teacher kickstarter session, workshops for each participating class in school and in the zoo and providing all the resources you need to take learning across the curriculum.
WORKSHOP 1 (In school)
This workshop is all about connecting the students to nature. They will learn important terminology such as native, endangered, hibernation, etc. After learning about the variety of native animals and plants, the rest of the session is spent outdoors exploring and identifying the wildlife around their school.
WORKSHOP 2 (In school)
The second workshop is about the damage that is happening to our native habitats and the negative impact it is having on wildlife. They will learn through interactive play how habitat destruction is directly linked to the endangerment of many of our native species. To finish we will talk about the amazing projects that Chester Zoo are involved with to conserve our native wildlife.
WORKSHOP 3 (In school)
The last workshop is aimed at encouraging the students to take action against these issues themselves. It talks about all the things they can do in their playground or in their garden to improve the conservation of UK species. They then take part in tackling pollution during the session by doing a litter pick in the school grounds. We then discuss the consequences of littering relating to wildlife.
ZOO VISIT
During your school trip to the zoo you will meet with one of our team for a short session with an activity and tour around our animal habitats to see the animals that are native to the UK and recap some of things we learnt.
The delivery offer includes:
- A virtual Kickstarter meeting to introduce the school staff to the project, additional FREE learning resources that we have on offer, and ideas for how the teachers can make this a cross-curricular project for all year groups.
- 3 Conservation Educator led interactive workshops in the school setting for each class
- Free entrance for participating classes to Chester Zoo including teaching and activities led by the education team.
This project offer is aimed at KS2 but can be adapted to a slightly higher or lower Key Stage on request.
GO VIRTUAL
A fully virtual version of this project can also be delivered. A virtual project still includes all of the resources and ongoing support, as well as sessions one to three, all delivered virtually via video link. It can be a great way to connect with us if you are outside of our catchment area or if visits are restricted.
COSTS
The project is priced based on the number of classes that participate. Prices include all workshops led by zoo staff, resources and zoo admission for pupils and adults at standard supervising ratios. Any transport costs to get to the zoo are not included. Other discounts, such as memberships or free visit tickets, cannot be applied.
| *Max 33 per class | First Class* | Additional Classes | Virtual Only First Class* |
Virtual Only Additional Classes |
| Autumn/Spring Term | £625 | £425 | £270 | £150 |
| Summer Term | £695 | £495 | £270 | £150 |
BOOK NOW
To book contact learning@chesterzoo.org with your preference for project start dates and we’ll get back to you with our availability.
We have SO MUCH to offer when it comes to learning. From dozens of amazing LEARNING RESOURCES, to our fun and educational SCHOOL TRIPS.
NOW is the time to ACT FOR WILDLIFE. Conservation is CRITICAL; species are under threat. TOGETHER we can make a BIG difference. Take action TODAY and join us in PREVENTING EXTINCTION.