Animals including humans School Workshops

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Animals topic workshops for the science curriculum

Which animals and humans biology trips support UK science lessons?

Animals including humans visits can cover the topics of lifecycles, diets, and skeletons either through zoos and farm visits, or an in-school workshop.

Part of the Science curriculum for every year group in KS1 and KS2, the topic 'Animals, including humans', is a wide ranging and interesting subject for children that teaches them about the different types of animals we share our planet with, not forgetting ourselves!

Younger year groups will be learning the differences between common animals such as birds, fish, amphibians and mammals, as well as the habitats each one lives in.

As children progress through school, this Animals including humans topic should teach them about shelter, basic needs such as food and water, how animals grow and how their bodies are structured.

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A big part of the topic is about ourselves - humans. What do we need to survive, how do our bodies work, and what do our bodies need to perform at their best. This allows younger children to get to grips with bones and skeletons, muscles and skin, blood and the circulatory system, as well as senses like hearing and smell.

To support your teaching of this topic, we have a wide range of Science workshops and visits. Whether you are looking for a basic introduction to different types of animals for a Year 1 group, or a fun and engaging look at the human circulatory system for your Year 6 class, we can help find you the perfect workshop to support your classroom learning. Let us know what you are looking for using the form below or have a look at the learning experiences on this page.

Exciting ways to teach the topic Animals including Humans

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Animals VR Workshop
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Learning about the animal kingdom? Travel around the world and come face to face with a range of different animals with the UK's no.1 VR workshop company! Bring the outside world into your classroom with PrimeVR!
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School Trips at White Post Farm
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At White Post Farm, we offer a range of educational opportunities for school children. Whether that is a Guided tour of the farm, or a self-led farm visit with an education workshop, we can tailor our experiences to suit you. Animals and education!
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Day Trips at Bore Place
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At Bore Place we aim to inspire young people with a love of the natural world, educate them about food production and regenerative farming, and involve them in taking care of our world for future generations.
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Africa VR Workshop
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Discover Africa with the UK's no.1 VR workshop company! Travel to the Serengeti National Park and come face to face with lions, rhinos, giraffes, mongoose and elephants. Bring the magic of African wildlife into your classroom with PrimeVR!
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Biology: Human Body, Cells & The Brain
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These lively and interactive shows take place inside our portable planetarium Dome. Crawl down the tunnel into the darkened Dome to be immersed in Human Biology: disgusting digestion, the secret world of cells, and even voyage inside the brain!
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The Sustainability Centre Residentials
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The Sustainability Centre offers residential trips, day visits, forest school, farm visits and alternative education within our stunning 55 acre woodland. This provides access to beautiful countryside in the South Downs National Park.
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Unforgettable Residentials at The Hive
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The Hive is in the heart of Epping Forest, within easy reach of east London. In the safe hands of expert environmentalists our memorable & affordable curriculum-led outdoor learning unique residentials bring nature nearer for all ages & abilities.
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Unforgettable Day Visits at The Hive
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The Hive is in the heart of Epping Forest, within easy reach of east London. In the safe hands of expert environmentalists our memorable & affordable curriculum-led outdoor learning activities bring nature nearer for all ages & abilities.
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Day Visits
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South East school trip at Lee Valley. The Regional Park Authority's Learning and Engagement Team provide a range of outdoor learning opportunities for all the key stages within Lee Valley Regional Park.
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Science VR Day
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Bring all of your KS2 science topics to life with PrimeVR! We offer a range of workshops to make your science day an exciting and amazing day! We can cover space, climate change, volcanoes and animal habitats!
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Cumulus Outdoors Residential Centre - Swanage
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Tailored adventure residentials on the Dorset coast at our residential centre in Swanage, can include activities such as Coasteering, Climbing, Mackerel Fishing, Field Studies, and Bushcraft, delivered by our highly qualified instructors.
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Arctic and Antarctic
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The North and South Poles may be on opposite sides of the earth, but just how different are they? Wrap up warm for an interactive drama workshop to the ends of the world, encountering wildlife, explorers and habitats along the way!
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Dinosaurs and Evolution
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We showcase the reality of Dinosaurs and authenticity of the process of Evolution, using engaging presenters and modern 360° projection technology. Students and teachers will be left with vivid and lasting memories to motivate classroom learning.
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Xplore! Science Outreach
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Did you know that we also offer Outreach activities? Xplore! specialise in inspiring young minds, covering all aspects of science, technology, engineering and maths.
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Immersive Experiences
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Immersive Experiences is a multi-award-winning provider of space learning experiences across the UK's largest fleet of mobile planetariums and star domes. Our astronomers teach the curriculum and beyond for EYFS to KS5, as well as SEND-adapted shows.
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The Environment - Nurturing Nature Workshop
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Join Beatrice, a passionate environmentalist and beekeeper, as she inspires children to explore the beauty of our planet and learn how we can protect it through sustainability and environmental awareness.
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Living things and Habitat Heroes
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Learning about our planets precious biodiversity is vital because it lays the foundation for understanding the importance of preserving the natural world, promoting sustainable practices, and ensuring a healthy planet for future generations.
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Castle Head Field Centre
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With easy access to both the coastline of Morecambe Bay, the glaciated uplands of the southern Lake District and the lakes of Windermere and Coniston, FSC Castle Head is ideally situated for a wide range of field studies and adventurous activities.
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NatureLab Butterflies: Life Cycles and Habitats
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Discover the fascinating life cycle of the butterfly. Explore the habitats that allow butterflies and other minibeasts to thrive.
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NatureLab Fossils and Mary Anning
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Handle real Jurassic fossils and discover how they were formed. Find out about palaeontologist Mary Anning and her greatest discovery.
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