Primary School Animal Workshops
in KS1 and KS2
Animal Club workshops are designed specifically for KS1 and KS2 pupils, combining real animal encounters with carefully structured learning experiences that support curriculum objectives and deepen scientific thinking.
AT A GLANCE: Primary workshops
- DESIGNED FOR:
- KS1 and KS2 pupils (aged 5-11)
- CURRICULUM FOCUS:
- Animals, habitats, classification, adaptation & life cycles
- BEST USED FOR:
- Topic launches, science units, enrichment days & cross-curricular learning
- LEARNING APPROACH:
- Real animal encounters combined with questioning,observation & discussion
- FORMAT:
- Interactive, curriculum-linked animal shows delivered in school
KEY OUTCOMES:
Supports pupils & aligns with early learning:
KEY STAGE 1
- Recognise & describe different animals
- Understand basic needs and simple classification
- Use scientific language with confidence
- Make comparisons between animals and habitats
KEY STAGE 2
- Explore classification, adaptation and habitats in greater depth
- understand how animals are suited to their environments
- Make connections between life cycles, ecosystems and evolution
- Think critically and ask increasingly complex scientific questions
The impact on EYFS children
- show greater curiosity about animals and nature
- use new vocabulary to describe what they have seen
- engage more confidently in discussion and storytelling
- demonstrate empathy and care for living things.
If you’d like to explore how Animal Club can support early years learning in your setting, we’d love to help you plan a sesison that fits your pupils and currciulum.
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Groups & events
To add an unforgettable experience to your local event or club, or simply as a treat, our animal handling group sessions ensure everyone enjoys a close-up encounter with a wide variety of creatures. Perfect for Scout and Guide groups of all ages to work towards animal badges.
Therapeutic
It’s incredible the power of animals and their ability to promote calm and wellbeing. Our animal handling sessions are flexible to the needs of the audience, ensuring all feel safe and comfortable.
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