Secondary Schools
Workshops
What we do...
Our curriculum linked KS3 and KS4 workshops and expeditions are a perfect way to enhance your pupils understanding by taking learning outside the classroom. We use a range of learning techniques and enrich the sessions with a variety of zoo artefacts. Secondary school sessions involve a combination of workshops, expeditions and debates.
KS3 Following Family Trees
Learners will be introduced to the diverse range
of primates at the zoo - from small monkeys to
great apes. They will be challenged to identify
the characteristics that have arisen through
evolutionary pressure in different habitats.
Learners will also develop an understanding of
their evolutionary path - from ancient ancestors
to modern species, including humans!
Available as a classroom based workshop.
KS3 Critical Conservation
Learners will have the opportunity to take on
the role of a conservationist, applying problemsolving skills to real-world conservation
challenges. Using this knowledge, they will
decide how to tackle the threats faced by
some of the most endangered species around
the zoo. They will be faced with some of the
most common challenges in conservation,
navigating the difficulty of budgeting and
communicating with stakeholders.
Available as a classroom based workshop.
KS3 Animals in Danger
Learners will discover how conservationists use
a variety of scientific assessment techniques to
classify an animals’ endangered status.
Learners will investigate some of the most
endangered species at the zoo, consider the
threats they face and how their declining
populations impact on ecosystems. They will
discover what zoos and are doing to help and
what individuals can do to contribute to these
efforts.
Available as a classroom based workshop or as an expedition.
KS4 Animals in Danger
Learners will discover how conservationists use
a variety of scientific assessment techniques to
classify an animals’ endangered status.
Learners will investigate some of the most
endangered species at the zoo, consider the
threats they face and how their declining
populations impact on ecosystems. They will
discover what zoos and are doing to help and
what individuals can do to contribute to these
efforts.
Available as a classroom based workshop or as an expedition.
KS4 Biodiversity Benefits
Learners will discover how humans are
interweaved into ecosystems and how
biodiversity underpins our lives. They will
examine examples of animals that are key to
ecosystem functioning and some unusual
relationships between species.
Learners will also consider the implications of
unsustainable practices, as well as how
humans can make positive change by restoring
and protecting ecosystems.
Available as a classroom based workshop.
SEND Students
We are aware that every child is different and as such we would love to talk to you about your special educational needs. Twycross Zoo provides a unique learning experience for your pupils. The sessions we provide can be specially tailored to yourselves to be suitable for all levels of special needs.
Book Your Secondary School Trip Now
Explore our award-winning zoo with more than 80 species and 400 animals, including the four great apes and other endangered animals! Help your pupils take part in many fun educational activities so they can learn about the importance of wildlife by booking your trip by emailing bookings@twycrosszoo.org.
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