School trips

We are now taking bookings for educational school trips this Spring and Summer.

Entry to the Zoo for school children is just £5.00

Education sessions £38 per group

Teachers go free on a ratio of 1:7 children

So, to avoid disappointment BOOK NOW!

HELPING ENDANGERED ANIMALS - Fabulous new trail aimed at Key Stage 2. Click here to download.

CONSERVATION QUEST - Engage and educate with this great new trail for Key Stage 3 students. Click here to download

To book a school trip or to find out more, please phone us on 0117 974 7369 or email: education [at] bristolzoo [dot] org [dot] uk

Your booking will be confirmed in writing and the group's entrance fees are payable on the day of your school trip. Click here if you would like a copy of our schools' programme.

Your teacher's pre-visit is free, which gives you the perfect chance to see our facilities first-hand and chat to members of the team about your requirements.

Why not book your group in for a guided walk and talk on one of the following subjects:

• History of Bristol Zoo Gardens - from Brunel to biodiversity
• The role of the modern zoo
• Conservation and endangered species

These sessions are limited to 20 people. They are particularly suited to older groups of 16+ students, or adult groups. They are usually available after 2.00pm Monday to Friday. If you cannot make these times, please contact us, as there are sometimes alternatives days and times available.

For more information and availability call 0117 974 7369 or email: education [at] bristolzoo [dot] org [dot] uk

Our education team cater for all education needs: pre-school, special needs, KS1, KS2, KS3, KS4, A level, FE, HE and more. We will put a session together especially for you or you can choose from the most popular topics. (Please note that education sessions are not suitable for the under 3's).

Please follow the the links below for detailed information about:

• Making the most of your Zoo visit- Teacher resources
• Primary level education sessions
• Secondary level education sessions
• Pick 'n' mix A-level and post-16 sessions
• Other courses

Make the most of your day at the Zoo by downloading our topic information sheets. We cover a range of topics and in addition can also provide fact sheets on;

• Animals at the Zoo
• trails around the Zoo
• the Zoo's conservation work

To find out what the teachers thought of their school trips to the Zoo click here.

As well as a fascinating learning experience, and a day trip to remember other benefits of a session with us include:

• discounted return tickets for each pupil
• educational resources - check out the other pages in the Learning zone
• assistance with student projects (please call us first)

Secondary Week
7th - 11th July

FireStar Circus Skills sessions
Through the challenge of learning these exciting new skills children gain confidence, flexibility, endurance, imagination, agility, coordination and focus.

Pupils practise on their own and in pairs, sharing encouragement and excitement when their perseverance pays of and a new trick is learnt.

Activities include:
Juggling, tightrope, walking globe, rola bola, acrobatics and acrobalance, club swinging, stilts and unicycling.

Primary week
14th - 18th July

Mr Browns Pig presents The Pirate Show
A one-man pirate pantomime show featuring comedy, music, puppets and mayhem

• The good captain will tell you of his adventures at sea and on land with his girlfriend Zah Zah and the little baby
• Learn how to be a good pirate, unlike Blackbeard who keeps trying to kill our gallant hero. Watch out for the sea monster
• Features wee, sick and poo!

An interactive fun pirate show for ages 4 and above.
Lasts 45 mins.