DISCOVERY CENTRE
• A wide ranging
programme of fun and
fascinating activities
linked to the National
Curriculum which
includes live animal
handling!
• FREE Teacher pre-visit
for site assessment.
• FREE Group visit pack
available detailing risk
assessments, safety
procedures and much
more.
• Special rates for
Schools and Pre-Schools
• 1 FREE adult for every
6 paying people for all
Schools and Pre-Schools
• FREE parking facilities
• FREE admission and
meal for the coach driver
Bring learning to life!
ANIMAL DISCOVERY SESSIONS
WANT A REALLY WILD EXPERIENCE?
Why not book a hands-on discovery session, where your group can get up close and personal with some of the smaller animals in the park! Whether you would like a curriculum linked education session or just a unique treat, the discovery sessions are guaranteed to keep groups of all ages enthralled. From nurseries to colleges, and Sunday schools to uniform groups there’s plenty to amaze and astound! Sessions can be tailored for all ages, abilities and curriculums – even brownie badges!
WALKABOUT SAFARIS
Have your very own guided tour around the park on a wide selection of topics, including Adaptations, Plains of Africa and Animal Behaviour. Available for KS 1 - 4 and adult groups.
BUSINESS STUDIES
Use Africa Alive! as a case study for your group’s ‘business studies’ projects. Book our education team for a private session focusing on a range of topics including marketing, customer care and careers.
Early Years Interactive Encounters
All ages can now get involved in our education sessions with our special early years programme aimed at 3 – 5 year olds. These sessions link in with the Foundation Stage Learning Goals and offer the children a chance to explore the natural world in an exciting but safe environment.
Download our programme of Discovery Sessions, Walkabout Safaris and Business Studies sessions:
• Early Years Foundation Stage Sessions
• Key Stages 1 & 2 Discovery Sessions
• Key Stages 3 & 4 Discovery Sessions
• Further Education & Business Studies
All downloadable information packs are in a PDF format, you will be required to have Adobe Reader to view these.
Create your own!
If there is a specific topic or project you would like to cover here in the park, the education team can create a specifically tailored session for your group.
Please feel free to contact the education department before your visit to discuss your requirements. Examples of previous sessions include ‘Mini-beasts’, ‘Animal Drama’ and ‘Big Cats.
EDUCATION AND ACTIVITY PACKS
Available in a number of topics, these packs complement the education sessions and are also available for use either in the classroom or for home study. Packs include lots of information, photos and work ideas.









