School, Nursery & Higher Education Visits
Welcome to the Education Hub at Call of the Wild Zoo! We’re excited to help you plan an inspiring and educational visit that brings learning to life through wildlife and conservation. Our zoo offers a unique environment where students can connect with animals from around the world, while deepening their understanding through interactive, curriculum linked sessions led by our experienced team. With affordable group rates and tailored learning experiences, we’re here to ensure your visit is both fun and informative. We look forward to helping create an unforgettable learning adventure!
Educational Visits for Nurseries, Reception, Primary and Secondary Schools
Our educational visit offers an engaging and memorable day at the zoo with a classroom based learning session tailored to your students' age group. Designed to inspire curiosity and support learning, each visit gives students the opportunity to discover new topics or deepen their understanding of subjects already explored in the classroom, all within the exciting and dynamic environment of the zoo.
OFF PEAK PRICING (September to March)
Nursery ......................£7.50
Primary School ............................. £8.00
Secondary School .......................... £8.00
Post 16 students .......................... £8.50
PEAK PRICING (April to July)
Nursery ...................... £8.25
Primary School ............................. £8.25
Secondary School .......................... £8.25
Post 16 students .......................... £8.75
Free adult ratios are 1:6 (Nursery, Primary and Secondary), and 1:1 (SEN). Additional adults are £7.00
Self-led Visits for Nurseries, Reception, Primary and Secondary Schools
Our Self-Led Visit option allows school groups to explore the zoo at their own pace, providing a flexible and fun way for students to learn about our animals. This option gives students the freedom to discover the wonders of the animal kingdom independently while still enjoying a safe and enriching experience.
OFF PEAK (September to March)
All age groups ............................. £7.25
PEAK (April to July)
All age groups ............................. £8.00
Free adult ratios are 1:6 (Nursery, Primary and Secondary), and 1:1 (SEN). Additional adults are £7.00.
Educational Visits for Colleges and Universities
Our Educational Visit package for colleges and universities offers an engaging and insightful experience, combining zoo exploration with a classroom-based education session tailored to higher-level learning. Students will have the opportunity to deepen their understanding of wildlife, conservation, and environmental studies in a dynamic setting.
Student Admission ............ £8.50 OFF PEAK (September to March)
............ £8.75 PEAK (April to July)
Free adult places are available with a ratio of 1:10, with additional adults charged at £7.00
Self-led visits for Colleges and Universities
Our Self-Led Visit option allows college and university groups to explore the zoo independently, providing a flexible and enriching educational experience. Students can observe our diverse range of species and apply their learning at their own pace.
Student Admission...............£8.00
Free adult places are available with a ratio of 1:10, with additional adults charged at £9.60 each.
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School Bookings - FAQs
School FAQs
Q. How do we make a booking?
A. Please use the booking form below or email info@Callofthewildzoo.co.uk to start the booking process.
Q. How many children can we bring?
A. You can bring as many children as you wish, dependant on availability that day which our booking staff will advise you on.
Q. How does the payment work?
A. We ask that a 30% deposit is made as soon as possible, with final payment being made on later than 14 days prior to your visit.
Q. Some of my students have memberships to the zoo, can they use them for our visit to reduce our cost?
A. Unfortunately, annual membership cards cannot be used for school visits.
Q. We don’t want to pay for a coach, can the children’s parents drop them off instead?
A. Yes, children’s parents can drop off the children in the morning of your visit, however please be mindful of other visitors and ensure the children are safe when walking towards the zoo entrance. Please ask parents not to park in areas which are restricted, such as the coned off coach parking area or the disabled parking bays. We recommend teachers ensuring an early arrival to greet the children when they arrive. Please note the zoo does not open until 9:30am.
Q. Is there assigned coach parking?
A. Yes we have a designated coach parking area which is clearly signposted when you arrive into the zoo car park.
Q. Do you have an itinerary for the day?
A. The timing of your education session will be provided to you on arrival. Lunch/ break timings can be based around your normal schooltime schedule.
Q. Can we store the children’s packed lunches?
A. Unfortunately, we do not have the capacity to store lunches on site. We ask that pupils bring backpacks to carry lunches with them throughout the day.
Q. Do we have a designated lunch spot?
A. We have plenty of picnic areas for you to choose from for your lunch spot. We don’t currently reserve lunch areas for school groups.
Q. Can I book an education session for my pupils?
A. Yes! We have several topics to choose from for your education sessions and these are included in the admission price for each pupil. Each session is carefully curated to link with the current curriculum and are designed to capture the interest of students of all ages. You can request our education package for more information on topics and descriptions of each topic for primary, secondary and college or university students.
Q: What should we do in case of bad weather?
A: The zoo remains open in most weather conditions, but in the event of severe weather, we will notify you of any closures or schedule changes. In case of rain, we do have some indoor viewing areas as well as a large marquee by our ‘Snack Shack’ to have lunch undercover.
Q: What should students bring for their visit?
A: Students should bring comfortable walking shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, a packed lunch (if not purchasing food at the zoo), and any necessary medications. We also recommend bringing water bottles and sunscreen.
Q. What do I do when I arrive at the zoo?
A: When you arrive, ask the bus/coach driver to park in the designated coach parking. Please ask the children to remain seated on the bus. A member of zoo staff will greet you and provide a health and safety briefing for the pupils/students, as well as provide the lead teacher with a short document to complete and confirm numbers. When disembarking the bus, please keep children safe when crossing the car park and heading into the zoo.
Q. We’ve booked an education session, where do we go and what time?
A: The timings of education sessions are subject to change and therefore will be confirmed with the lead teacher upon your arrival to the zoo. Typically, all education sessions are delivered in the morning between 10:00am and 12:30pm unless otherwise requested. These take place either in the Discovery Centre or the ‘Wild Heights’ display arena.
Q: Are there restrooms and first aid facilities available?
A: Yes, we have well-maintained restrooms located at the top of the zoo after leaving the tropical house and a second set of restrooms located next to the ‘Snack Shack’ in the zoo. We have a First Aid room on site and in case of any emergencies or medical concerns, please notify our staff for immediate assistance.
Q: Is the zoo accessible for students with disabilities or special needs?
A: Yes, our zoo is designed to be accessible for all visitors, including those with disabilities or special needs. We have wheelchair ramps, accessible viewing areas, and other accommodations in place to ensure an inclusive experience for everyone.
Q: Can I come to the zoo on a pre-visit to look at facilities and make my own risk assessment?
A: Yes, we allow two teachers from the school to come and conduct a pre-visit. Please get in touch with us and let us know which day you would like to visit. When you arrive for your pre-visit, please have a form of staff ID with you. For your convenience we have our own risk assessment for school visits which will be emailed to you together with our booking questionnaire. If you have not received this, please let us know to send another.
