School Education

School Animal Education Sessions

Exotic Animal Workshops for Schools

Bring science to life with World of Exotics’ school animal education sessions.

Our school workshops are designed to inspire curiosity, build confidence and help students connect classroom learning with real animals and real-world zoological examples. Delivered by experienced animal professionals, our sessions combine structured teaching, guided discussion and carefully managed animal encounters to create memorable learning experiences.

Whether you are looking for an engaging primary school workshop, a curriculum-linked secondary science session, or an animal management and welfare-focused visit, our education programme can be adapted to suit your school, year group and learning objectives.

Our aim is not simply to bring animals into the classroom, but to deliver meaningful educational experiences that strengthen understanding, encourage scientific thinking and promote respect for wildlife, conservation and responsible animal care.

Contact us by filling the form in below, to discuss availability, session options and pricing.

Our School Programmes

Primary School Workshops

Wildlife Explorers Programme - KS1 & KS2

Introduce younger learners to the fascinating world of animals through engaging, curriculum-linked workshops. Using live exotic animals, we explore habitats, adaptations, food chains, classification and conservation in a fun, interactive environment that inspires curiosity and confidence.

Zoological Studies Programme - KS3 & KS4

Designed for older students, our workshops explore biology, conservation and animal welfare through real-life animal encounters. Sessions support curriculum learning while inspiring future careers in science, zoology and animal management.

Why Choose World Of Exotics

Curriculum Linked
Hands on Learning
Conservation Focus
DBS Checked
Fully Insured
Animal Welfare First

Curriculum Linked Learning
Our workshops are designed to support the National Curriculum, bringing topics such as habitats, adaptation, classification, food chains and conservation to life through engaging, hands-on animal encounters.
Safe, Ethical & Educational
Animal welfare and student safety are at the heart of every session. All workshops are delivered by DBS-checked presenters, with fully insured visits, risk assessments provided and animal interactions carefully supervised.
Interactive Animal Encounters
Students don't just watch, they learn through real experiences. Our workshops combine fascinating facts, live animal demonstrations and opportunities for supervised interaction to create memorable educational experiences.

Bring learning to life with our school workshops!

Our educational animal encounters are perfect for:

Primary Schools (KS1 & KS2)

Secondary Schools (KS3 & KS4)

Science & STEM Days

SEND Schools & Specialist Settings

Colleges & Sixth Forms

Forest Schools & Outdoor Learning

Enrichment Days & Activity Weeks

Holiday Clubs & Youth Groups

Each session is tailored to the age, curriculum and learning objectives of your students, creating an engaging, hands-on educational experience they'll never forget.

School Education FAQ's

Why Choose World of Exotics?

World of Exotics provides structured animal education sessions with welfare, safety and learning outcomes at the centre of everything we do.

Our workshops are designed to:

Support national curriculum Objectives
Promote animal welfare awareness
Encourage curiosity and critical thinking
Build confidence around animals
Introduce conservation and environmental awareness
Support responsible animal ownership
Inspire future careers in animal management, zoology and conservation

All sessions are delivered in a calm, controlled and professional way, with animals selected carefully based on suitability, temperament, session type and welfare on the day.

Do you offer sessions for both primary and secondary schools?

Yes. We offer primary school workshops for Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2, as well as secondary school sessions for Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4. Sessions can be adapted to suit the age, confidence and learning level of the group.

Do students get to handle the animals?

Some sessions may include opportunities for supervised animal handling or contact, but this depends on the animals, the session type, the age of the students and animal welfare on the day. Some animals may be display-only.

What animals will you bring?

The animals used can vary depending on availability, suitability and welfare considerations. Sessions may include reptiles, amphibians and invertebrates, with animals selected to support the learning aims of the workshop.

Are your sessions suitable for SEND pupils?

Yes, sessions can be adapted where possible for SEND groups or pupils with additional needs. Please contact us in advance to discuss the setting, group size, sensory considerations and any specific requirements.

Do you provide risk assessments?

Yes. Risk assessments can be provided in advance to help schools prepare for the visit.

Are presenters DBS checked?

Yes. The education brochure states that sessions are delivered by DBS-checked professionals.

Do you have public liability insurance?

Yes. Our school sessions are backed by public liability insurance.

How long do sessions last?

Session length depends on the age group and type of booking. Primary sessions are generally designed around shorter class-friendly formats, while secondary sessions may allow for longer, more detailed delivery. Please contact us to discuss the most suitable format for your school.

Can you deliver sessions for a full year group or multiple classes?

Yes. Sessions can be arranged for single classes, multiple classes, year group rotations or larger enrichment-style visits depending on availability and your school’s requirements.

Do you offer careers-focused sessions?

Yes. Careers with animals, zoology, conservation and animal management can be included as part of suitable sessions, particularly for Key Stage 2, Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4 and vocational groups.

How do we book?

Please contact us with your school name, location, preferred dates, year group, approximate number of students and the type of session you are interested in. We will then advise on availability and provide pricing.

School Animal Education Sessions

Exotic Animal Workshops for Schools

Our School Programmes

Primary School WorkshopsWildlife Explorers Programme - KS1 & KS2

Zoological Studies Programme - KS3 & KS4

Why Choose World Of Exotics

Curriculum Linked Learning

Safe, Ethical & Educational

Interactive Animal Encounters

Bring learning to life with our school workshops!

School Education FAQ's

Primary School Workshops

Wildlife Explorers Programme - KS1 & KS2