Bring LEARNING to life
Explore our range of VIRTUAL ZOO curriculum linked workshops!
A RAINFOREST ADVENTURE
Age group: KS2 (Years 3-6 recommended)
Duration: 50 minutes
Learning space: Online
Cost: £95
Join our zoo conservationists on a journey to the rainforest from the comfort of your own classroom. We’ll explore:
- The different layers of the rainforest and its incredible variety of species.
- The classification of rainforest animals, their adaptations, life cycles and food chains.
- The causes of deforestation, focusing on South Asian rainforests and the impact of unsustainable palm oil production.
- How Chester Zoo prevents extinction and the small changes we can all make to act for wildlife.
CONSERVATION AND THE ROLE OF ZOOS
Age group: Further Education
Duration: 90 minutes
Learning space: Online
Cost: £90
Accredited zoos have long been at the forefront of efforts to conserve biodiversity. We’ll discover how Chester Zoo plays a vital role to help save species from extinction; both for the animals in our care and projects we are involved in around the world.
We’ll look at Chester Zoo’s Conservation Masterplan and delve into our approach to preventing extinction by tackling the four Ps: Populations, Places, People and Policy. Using case studies of our conservation efforts and applying conservation tools, students will create their own conservation action plan.
Curriculum links
City and Guilds Level 3 Unit 308 Wildlife Ecology and Conservation
BTEC Level 3 Unit 24 Wildlife Ecology and Conservation Management
PREVENTING EXTINCTION: CONSERVATION AT CHESTER ZOO
Age group: KS3 (Years 7-9 recommended)
Duration: 50 minutes
Learning space: Online
Cost: £95
Journey around the world as we explore some species that are most at risk to extinction and discover how our involvement in 60 different projects, in 21 countries, is helping to conserve these species.
Students will investigate the threats to biodiversity, learn about the species that are affected and look at how we implement our specialisms as part of a conservation plan. We’ll also explore the ways that your learners can act for wildlife to make big differences.
JAGUAR GENETICS: A MELANISM CASE STUDY
Age group: KS4 (Years 10-11 recommended)
Duration: 50 minutes
Learning space: Online
Cost: £95
Join our team for a virtual exploration into the science behind the spots! What exactly is a black panther? What causes some animals to be different colours? And why is it so important for zoos to think about genetics when trying to save threatened species?
With jaguars acting as our case study, we’ll use a combination of live Q&A’s and activities, as well as pre-recorded video content, to explore and apply Mendelian genetic theory. From phenotypes to genotypes, inheritance to Punnett squares – we’ve got it covered.
Whether taught as an introduction to the topic, or as a revision exercise, we’ll help to provide real-world context to reinforce your classroom learning.
HISTORY OF THE ZOO
Age group: KS1 & KS2
Duration: 50 minutes
Curriculum links: History
Learning space: Online
Cost: £95
Join us on a journey through time to hear tales from the zoo’s past. Meet the Mottersheads and discover how we became the most visited zoo in the UK from very such humble beginnings.
Your students will explore the zoo’s history, meet the main characters and understand the role they played in the early day of the zoo. What was life like in the early days in the zoo and its keepers, and how has it changed? Together we’ll explore extraordinary times the world has seen since the zoo began in the 1930s.
SPOTLIGHT ON DIET AND NUTRITION
Age group: KS2 (Years 3-6 recommended)
Duration: 25 minutes
Learning space: Online
Cost: £60
Perfect for Science Week or an introduction to a nutrition topic!
Why is food important? Do all animals eat the same food? What happens to the food once it disappears down our throats?
Let’s examine the teeth of carnivores, herbivores and omnivores and compare them to our own teeth. Learners will investigate the diet of some of the most charismatic zoo animals, before watching our keepers preparing and delivering the food.
SPOTLIGHT ON SCIENCE AND CAREERS AT CHESTER ZOO
Age group: KS3 (Years 7-9 recommended)
Duration: 25 minutes
Learning space: Online
Cost: £60
Perfect for Science Week, groups studying science in the workplace, those about to choose their GCSE subjects or thinking about their future careers.
There are so many different jobs at Chester Zoo! Join us for this virtual workshop to learn more about the science that is involved in some of the everyday zoo roles. Students will explore the range of jobs available in the zoo, with a focus on those in scientific areas and investigate the skills, qualifications and experience required for each.
LOVE IT FOR LONGER
Age group: KS2 (Year 5-6 recommended)
Duration: 50 minutes
Learning space: Online
Cost: £95
What everyday actions have a positive impact on wildlife?
Let’s discuss different elements of sustainability through interactive activities. We’ll consider the threats to wildlife including deforestation, climate change and pollution. Students will consider sustainable actions that they can take which will protect the planet, and learn about our conservation work.
CAN’T FIND WHAT YOU’RE LOOKING FOR?
Our education team can create you a bespoke session for students 16+!
Whether you’re looking for something on careers, endocrinology, animal behaviour, marketing or any other zoo related topic, we can work with you to create the perfect solution for your learners.
Contact our bookings team to discuss your ideas and ask any questions.