Whipsnade Zoo offers a unique educational experience for students of all ages, providing them with the opportunity to learn about the natural world and the importance of wildlife conservation. With a focus on hands-on learning and interactive exhibits, Whipsnade Zoo’s educational visits are designed to inspire the next generation of conservationists.
Cost and Rates for Whipsnade Zoo Educational Visits
The cost of educational visits to Whipsnade Zoo varies depending on the time of year and the age of the students. Here’s a breakdown of the prices for the academic year 2023-2024:
| Prices for academic year 2023 – 2024 |
|---|
| 1st Sept 2023 – 20th Oct 2023 |
| Primary and Secondary Students (Under 16 yrs) self-guided |
| Post-16 Students self-guided (A-levels and FE) |
| Higher Education Students self-guided* |
| Additional adults |
| 1:1 Carers |
| Education workshop |
| 30th Oct 2023 – 20th Dec 2023 |
|---|
| Primary and Secondary Students (Under 16 yrs) self-guided |
| Post-16 Students self-guided (A-levels and FE) |
| Higher Education Students self-guided* |
| Additional adults |
| 1:1 Carers |
| Education workshop |
| 3rd Jan 2024 – 16th Feb 2024 |
|---|
| Primary and Secondary Students (Under 16 yrs) self-guided |
| Post-16 Students self-guided (A-levels and FE) |
| Higher Education Students self-guided* |
| Additional adults |
| 1:1 Carers |
| Education workshop |
| 26th Feb 2024 – 29 March 2024 |
|---|
| Primary and Secondary Students (Under 16 yrs) self-guided |
| Post-16 Students self-guided (A-levels and FE) |
| Higher Education Students self-guided* |
| Additional adults |
| 1:1 Carers |
| Education workshop |
| 15th April 2024 – 19 July 2024 |
|---|
| Primary and Secondary Students (Under 16 yrs) self-guided |
| Post-16 Students self-guided (A-levels and FE) |
| Higher Education Students self-guided* |
| Additional adults |
| 1:1 Carers |
| Education workshop |
*Higher Education students are those students at Level 5 and above.
Booking and Planning for Whipsnade Zoo Educational Visits
To book an educational visit to Whipsnade Zoo, schools can use the booking form available on the zoo’s website. If schools have any questions or need to enquire about availability, costs, or anything else, they can email [email protected].
Teachers can also take advantage of a free planning visit for every class booked in to visit the Zoo. Teachers must have a confirmed school trip booking to come for a free planning visit. To come for a free planning visit, simply bring your confirmation of booking and school ID to the main admissions desk on any day before your planned zoo trip.
Lunchroom Facilities at Whipsnade Zoo
There is currently no bookable lunchroom at Whipsnade Zoo. However, the zoo’s Community & Learning Team can advise on sheltered spaces where students can eat together.
Access to Whipsnade Zoo
ZSL reserves the right, in its absolute discretion, to refuse entry into or remove from one of their Zoos, any person. This includes but is not limited to a person who has behaved in a manner which, in the opinion of ZSL, has or is likely to cause distress, damage, disruption or danger to any other person or animal.
Whipsnade Zoo’s educational visits offer a unique and engaging learning experience for students of all ages. By providing hands-on activities, interactive exhibits, and the opportunity to observe and learn about a diverse range of animal species, the zoo aims to inspire the next generation of conservationists and foster a deeper appreciation for the natural world.