Animals VR Workshop
PrimeVR
Our workshops are a great way of bringing the curriculum to life without having the hassle of organising a school trip! During the Animals workshop, your pupils will have the chance to see:
- A polar bear and Arctic fox in the Arctic
- Gentoo penguins in Antarctica
- Sperm whales and sea turtles in the Indian Ocean
- Tarantulas and sloths in the rainforest
- Giraffes, elephants and lions in Tanzania
During this workshop, your pupils will learn all about the different classifications of animals as well as being taught some amazing facts about each animal by our educators. It’s a great way of introducing your pupils to different habitats around the world!
Following on from this workshop, your pupils will be able to produce an amazing piece of creative writing!
British Science Week 2026
Our Animals VR workshop brings pupils face-to-face with incredible wildlife in habitats such as the polar regions, the rainforest, the Serengeti, the jungle and underwater worlds. Immersed in these environments, pupils can explore how animals have adapted to survive – from penguins keeping warm in the freezing cold, to rainforest creatures blending into the canopy, to lions hunting across the savannah. Linking directly to the British Science Week 2026 theme “Curiosity – what is your question?”, this experience encourages pupils to think like scientists: Why does this animal live here? How does it survive? What would happen if the environment changed? By sparking curiosity and inspiring thoughtful questions, our VR day helps children develop a deeper understanding of biodiversity and the importance of adaptation.
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What activities are available during this school workshop?
We cover the following topics using VR:
Ancient Maya, The Romans, The Vikings, The Egyptians, The Greeks, The Stone Age, World Wars, Polar Regions, North America, South America, China, Wonders of the World, Around the World, Mount Everest, Africa, Animals, Ocean Explorers, The Rainforest, Volcanoes, Biomes, Space and Climate Change.
Ancient Maya, The Romans, The Vikings, The Egyptians, The Greeks, The Stone Age, World Wars, Polar Regions, North America, South America, China, Wonders of the World, Around the World, Mount Everest, Africa, Animals, Ocean Explorers, The Rainforest, Volcanoes, Biomes, Space and Climate Change.
Which curriculum topics do we cater for?
English
Creative writing
At PrimeVR, we understand how difficult it can be to inspire children with their writing. We aim to create excitement by virtually transporting pupils around the world to see a range of different animals! Not only will we provide your class with exciting facts about each of the animals and their habitats but we'll also provide them with an experience to ignite their imagination. Give VR a go and see how it helps with creative writing!
Biology
Animals including humans Living things and habitats Habitats Underwater Animals and Habitats Ecology and environment
PrimeVR can bring your topic to life by transporting your class around the world to see a wide range of animals and habitats. Using virtual reality headsets, we'll take your class to Antarctica to see some penguins, the Amazon Rainforest to see a tarantula, the African savannah to see some lions, the Indian Ocean to see some sperm whales and many more. This workshop is a great way of bringing your topic to life!
Physical Geography
Map and atlas Rainforest Environment Polar Regions Climate zones and biomes Continents Weather Oceans
With our Animals workshop, your class will be transported around the world, where they'll visit different biomes and habitats, from the Amazon Rainforest in South America, to the Serengeti in Tanzania and even the Pacific Ocean. This will provide an excellent opportunity for your class to learn about how different animals adapt to survive in their habitats, based on the different climates, predators and ecosystems.
What size groups do we cater for?
We can deliver up to six workshops throughout the school day with a maximum of 32 pupils in each workshop.
We bring in 16 headsets and pupils will share one between two during workshops.
We recommend workshops lasting approximately 30-45 minutes.
We bring in 16 headsets and pupils will share one between two during workshops.
We recommend workshops lasting approximately 30-45 minutes.
Access for visitors with disabilities
Please get in touch if you have any specific questions regarding accessing our VR headsets.
Visitors with Special Educational Needs (SEN)
We have extensive experience delivering workshops in a wide range of SEN settings, working with students from KS2 through to KS4. The feedback we have received from schools about our VR workshops has been overwhelmingly positive. We offer a range of workshops that can be adapted to suit the individual needs of your students.
Before confirming a booking, we arrange a call with the school to discuss your students’ needs in detail. This allows us to explain how the day will run, what you can expect from the sessions, and to agree on any additional measures or adjustments that may be needed to ensure all students feel comfortable and supported.
To make our visits viable, we encourage whole-school participation (KS2 and above). Our workshops are highly engaging and immersive, so we recommend a maximum session length of 30 minutes per class to help prevent fatigue or sensory overload.
Our VR headsets are accessible for students who use wheelchairs. Depending on individual preference, the headset strap can be worn over the head or the device can simply be held up to the eyes like a pair of binoculars. If any students find the headset overwhelming, we also provide tablets as an alternative (usually up to four per visit). This ensures that all students can still take part and engage with the content in a way that feels comfortable for them.
As our workshops are predominantly visual, students with hearing impairments are still able to benefit from the experience.
For safety reasons, we recommend that students who are prone to seizures or who have epilepsy consult with a medical professional before using a VR headset. We also require parental or guardian consent for all students who will be using our VR equipment.
Please get in touch if you would like to discuss how we can support your school or if you have any questions about our SEN-friendly approach.
Who are PrimeVR?
PrimeVR is the UK’s leading Virtual Reality workshop provider and works with schools nationwide to help bring the curriculum to life.
How does a PrimeVR day work?
- Topic based VR workshops for all of KS2
- Each workshop lasts 30-45 minutes
- Delivered by qualified teachers and passionate educators
- Over 20 different KS2 workshops to choose from
- Free world map posters
If you are new to VR and you’re unsure about how it works in the classroom, check out our 5* reviews from teachers on Google, Trustpilot and Facebook.
Our Reviews from Schools..
★★★★★
Such an invaluable experience to 'travel' to places that most children (and teachers) will never get to experience in real life! The children's excitement and enthusiasm was infectious and we cannot wait for Prime VR to come back to our school again soon.
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