Wild Zoo School Trip

WILD Zoo's on-site visits bring biology to life through immersive, hands-on learning experiences that connect classroom theory with the natural world. Students explore biological concepts by observing live animals in naturalistic habitats, allowing them to develop a deeper understanding of classification, adaptation, life cycles and evolution. Walkthrough areas with lemurs, macaws and wallabies encourage close observation of behaviour, anatomy and social structures, while feeding experiences at the Lorikeet Lagoon help illustrate food chains, diets and animal-environment interactions.

Our curriculum-linked workshops are tailored to age and key stage, supporting topics such as habitats, ecosystems, biodiversity, fossils and human impacts on wildlife. Learning is reinforced through engaging animal presentations, including the UK's largest free-flight bird show and the Wild Wonders animal show, where students witness adaptations in action and explore how structure supports function.

Delivered by experienced educators and professional animal keepers, each visit promotes scientific enquiry, observation skills and critical thinking. By combining real animal encounters with structured educational content, WILD Zoo inspires curiosity, strengthens biological understanding and fosters a lasting respect for animals and the natural world, making biology meaningful, memorable and relevant for every learner.

WILD Zoo's on-site visits support Environmental Geography by helping students understand how physical environments, human activity and wildlife are closely connected. Through immersive experiences around the zoo, students explore a variety of habitats and ecosystems, learning how climate, resources and geography influence where animals live and how they survive.

Curriculum-linked workshops and live animal presentations highlight topics such as ecosystems, food webs, sustainability and the impact of humans on the natural world. Students observe real examples of adaptation and environmental pressures, making abstract geographical concepts more tangible and easier to understand. Experiences such as the free-flight bird show and Wild Wonders animal show demonstrate how habitat loss, climate change and conservation efforts affect species globally.

By linking local and global environmental issues, WILD Zoo encourages students to think critically about conservation, land use and responsible human behaviour. Delivered by experienced educators, visits promote geographical enquiry, environmental awareness and problem-solving skills, inspiring students to consider their role in protecting the planet and creating a more sustainable future.

WILD Zoo's on-site visits support Physical Geography by helping students understand natural processes, environments and the physical features that shape life on Earth. As students explore the zoo, they observe how climate, landforms, vegetation and water influence the habitats animals depend on, linking physical geography directly to living systems.

Through curriculum-linked learning and animal experiences, students explore topics such as biomes, ecosystems, weather, climate and adaptation. Real examples show how animals have evolved to survive in different physical conditions, from temperature extremes to varying rainfall and terrain. Live presentations, including the free-flight bird show and Wild Wonders animal show, highlight how physical environments affect movement, feeding and survival.

Links to global conservation partners, including Vulpro, The Horstmann Trust, the Macaw Recovery Network and ABConservation, help students understand how physical geography influences conservation challenges worldwide. Delivered by experienced educators, WILD Zoo's visits make physical geography tangible and engaging, strengthening understanding of Earth's processes while inspiring respect for the planet's diverse environments.

WILD Zoo's on-site visits also introduce students to a wide range of careers in animal care, biology and conservation, helping them understand how classroom learning can lead to real-world roles. Through daily animal care routines, educational talks and live presentations, students gain insight into careers such as zookeeping, wildlife conservation, animal welfare, veterinary science, education and environmental research.

Delivered by experienced educators and professional keepers, sessions highlight the skills, qualifications and responsibilities needed to work in the zoological and environmental sectors. Students learn how biology, geography and science are applied in roles involving animal husbandry, habitat management, research and conservation breeding programmes. Live shows and animal encounters demonstrate how teamwork, observation, data collection and public engagement are essential parts of working with wildlife.

By showcasing diverse career pathways, from hands-on animal care to education, research and conservation project management, WILD Zoo helps students link their studies to future opportunities. These experiences inspire ambition, raise awareness of green careers and encourage students to consider how they can contribute to wildlife protection and environmental sustainability in their own futures.

WILD Zoo's dinosaur experience brings prehistoric learning to life through the Live World of Dinosaurs show, linking dinosaurs to modern biology and scientific discovery. Students explore what dinosaurs were, how they lived and why they became extinct, while learning how scientists use fossils to uncover the past. The show supports key topics such as evolution, adaptation, classification and life on Earth over time.

Through engaging storytelling and interactive elements, students discover how dinosaurs are connected to modern animals, particularly birds, helping them understand evolutionary links and shared characteristics. The experience introduces essential scientific skills including observation, evidence gathering and forming hypotheses, as students learn how palaeontologists interpret fossil evidence.

Concepts such as changing habitats, climate shifts and mass extinction are explored in an age-appropriate and memorable way. The Live World of Dinosaurs show complements WILD Zoo's animal encounters, reinforcing how studying prehistoric life helps us understand and protect biodiversity today. By combining excitement, education and science, the experience sparks curiosity and ensures learning about dinosaurs is engaging, meaningful and unforgettable.

WILD Zoo's on-site visits inspire students to become explorers, encouraging curiosity, discovery and a deeper understanding of the natural world. As students explore the zoo, they investigate diverse habitats, observe animals up close and learn how species are adapted to survive in different environments. This exploratory approach builds key enquiry skills such as questioning, observing, comparing and recording.

Exploration is linked to real-world conservation through WILD Zoo's active support of global and local partners, including Vulpro, The Horstmann Trust, the Macaw Recovery Network and ABConservation. Students discover how conservationists work in the field to protect endangered species, restore habitats and support wildlife and communities worldwide.

Through animal encounters, immersive experiences and engaging educational talks, students learn that exploration is not just about discovery, but about responsibility and protection. Delivered by experienced educators, WILD Zoo's visits inspire curiosity, teamwork and environmental awareness, helping students see how exploration, science and conservation work together to protect wildlife and shape a more sustainable future.

WILD Zoo's on-site visits support field studies by providing students with real-world opportunities to investigate habitats, ecosystems and human-environment interactions in a controlled, accessible setting. As they explore the zoo, students observe animals in naturalistic environments, collect data through observation, compare species and examine how environmental factors influence behaviour and survival.

Fieldwork is strengthened through links to active conservation projects supported by WILD Zoo, including Vulpro, The Horstmann Trust, the Macaw Recovery Network and ABConservation. Students learn how field studies are used by conservationists to monitor species, assess habitat health and inform protection strategies both locally and globally.

Through animal encounters, educational talks and curriculum-linked activities, students develop key geographical and scientific skills such as enquiry, data collection, analysis and evaluation. Delivered by experienced educators, WILD Zoo's field studies experiences help students apply classroom knowledge in a meaningful context, deepening understanding of ecosystems, conservation and sustainability while building confidence in practical fieldwork skills.

At WILD Zoo, sustainability is explored by encouraging students to ask questions about the world around them and the impact humans have on it. On-site visits inspire curiosity by helping students investigate how ecosystems function, why biodiversity matters and what happens when environments change.

Through live animal experiences, immersive walkthrough habitats and engaging shows, students learn how animals depend on healthy, sustainable environments to survive. Tailored workshops and educational talks explore topics such as conservation, habitat protection, resource use and human impact, linking learning directly to real-world challenges.

WILD Zoo's active support of conservation partners, including Vulpro, The Horstmann Trust, the Macaw Recovery Network and ABConservation, helps students see how sustainable action protects species and habitats globally. By turning curiosity into understanding, WILD Zoo empowers students to think critically about sustainability, recognise their role in protecting the planet and develop a lifelong respect for wildlife and the natural world.