Animal Club Curriculum shows

 Real animals. Real learning. Real excitement.

At Animal Club we believe the most powerful learning happens when children experience it first-hand.

​Our curriculum-linked animal shows are designed to support all key stages science objectives, (EYFS, KS1, KS2 and KS3), while promoting curiosity, vocabulary development and deeper understanding. Through live animal encounters and interactive questioning, pupils engage with key concepts in a meaningful, memorable way.

​Whether you’re introducing a new topic, enriching classroom learning or providing a high-quality educational experience, Animal Club helps schools deliver learning that is engaging and inclusive. And above all impactful.

At-a-Glance Curriculum Links

Perfect for HOME SCHOOL workshops too.
Contact the Booking Office to discuss your requirements.

Our Themed Animal Shows

All our shows are planned to ensure they enhance and support curriculum learning. And can also be adapted to focus on specific themes as required. Please speak with the booking office if you have a particular request.

EYFS: Understanding the World

IDEAL FOR: Early Years exploration & topic launches

This show supports children in making sense of the world around them through direct observation and discussion.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

Identify different types of animals
Describe features using age-appropriate vocabulary
Recognise that animals have basic needs
Observe similarities and differences between animals

What children will experience

  • Friendly, carefully selected animals
  • Opportunities to observe movement, textures and behaviours
  • Interactive questioning and storytelling
  • A calm, supportive environment that builds confidence

KS1: Animals and their Needs

IDEAL FOR: Science units and cross-curricular topics

Pupils explore what animals need to survive and how those needs vary.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

Understand that animals need food, water, air & shelter
Compare the needs of different animals
Identify herbivores, carnivores and omnivores
Use basic scientific vocabulary confidently

What children will experience

  • Animals with different diets and lifestyles
  • Visual demonstrations of how animals meet their needs
  • Clear links between animal behaviour and survival

KS2: Animal Science Show

IDEAL FOR: One immersive show covering key KS2 biology themes

This show brings together multiple KS2 science objectives into one coherent, engaging exeprience. Rather than treating topics in isolation, pupils see how classification, habitats, adaptation, evolution and life cycles connect in the real world.

CURRICULUM FOCUS
Classification of living things
Habitats and ecosystems
Adaptation and survival
Evolution and inheritance
Life cycles and reproduction
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Use scientific language accurately & confidently
Explain how animals are classified based on characteristics
Describe how habitats support different species
Identify adaptations and explain their purpose
Understand key stages in animal life cycles

What children will experience

  • A diverse range of animals representing different groups and habitats
  • Live demonstrations of adaptations and behaviours
  • Clear, age-appropriate explanations of complex ideas
  • Opportunities to ask questions and think like scientists
  • Powerful visual examples that reinforce classroom learning

KS3: Animals Biology & Ecology

IDEAL FOR: Biology topics and science enrichment at Key Stage 3

Pupils deepen their understanding of animal biology by exploring how structure, behaviour and environment are connected in real organisms..

LEARNING OUTCOMES

Explain how animals are classified based on shared characteristics
Describe how adaptations support survival in different environments
Compare life cycles and reproductive strategies across species
Understand relationships between organisms in ecosystems
Use accurate scientific vocabulary to explain biological concepts

What children will experience

  • A diverse range of animals representing different groups
  • Real world examples of adaptations, behaviours and survival
  • Live demonstrations that connect biology concepts to observable features
  • Opportunites to observe, question and think like scientists

Why teachers choose Animal Club

Clearly linked to EYFS and National Curriculum objectives
Supports knowledge, vocabulary and conceptual understanding
Encourages questioning, discussion and critical thinking
Engaging delivery, by expert Rangers, that supports focus & participation
Inclusive and accessibly for pupils with learning needs
Provides meaningful enrichment that complements classroom learning

Our commitment to sustainability

At Animal Club, sustainability means caring responsibly for animals, people, and the world we share. We embed this commitment into how we teach, travel, and care for our animals.

Our promise.
Guaranteed

We are dedicated to providing safe, humane and expert animal handling services which will always prioritise the well-being of the animals above anything else. This is our promise to you & to them.

Our promise.
Guaranteed

We are dedicated to providing safe, humane and expert animal handling services which will always prioritise the well-being of the animals above anything else. This is our promise to you & to them.

Pre-school visit, Huntingdon

“The kids absolutely loved the visit, Aaron was so good with the children and giving info and details at their level of understanding.”

Maple Medical Pru

” The students were fully engaged throughout the sessions …informing those doing the BTEC Animal care course in both handling and restraining, what internal and external factors affect their behaviour. ”

Primary school teacher

” Our school visit today was really informative for both year groups and the children thoroughly enjoyed their session. Hannah was very knowledgeable and delivered the sessions really well. ”

Immersive Planetarium Shows
Hands-on Animal Experiences
Spectacular Science displays
© 2025 - 2026 Animal Club - a trading name of Service4Education Ltd Registered in England and Wales | Company No: 10657788 | VAT No: 314385708 📍 Based in Sheffield | Nationwide coverage | DBS Checked • Fully Insured • Risk Assessments Available