Due to covid-19 group visits are cancelled until further notice

Group Visits

Ponderosa are very happy to accept group or class bookings, and offer a wide choice of activities to teachers and group leaders. We have educational guided tours and activities in animal welfare/husbandry. 

Options at Ponderosa Zoo...

We at Ponderosa want everyone to benefit from their visit and we are more than willing to discuss with you any individual requirements you may have. It may be that you want to include more of a specific activity to tie in with project or curriculum work you may already be involved in. Please inform us of your requirements and we will accommodate you to the best of our ability.

General Admission (suitable for all ages)

Includes:	Price per participant
General admission into the zoo only	FREE (under 3's) £5 (per child) £6 (per adult) £3 (per disabled child) £3.50 (per disabled adult)

Wild Workshops (suitable for ages 4 - 16yrs) 

Includes:	Price per child
General admission into the zoo Taught curriculum based lesson delivered by a zoo keeper in our education room  A choice of lessons within each key stage Interactive activities and animal encounters depending on lesson choice  Activity duration of: 45 minutes  (Please download our 'Lesson Plan' document below to view different options available - listed under 'Teacher Information')	£8.50  £8 (per disabled child)

Encounter Package (suitable for all ages)

Includes:	Price per participant
General admission into the zoo Information based talk on some of the species we keep Encounter with rats, guinea pigs, rabbits, tortoises and invertebrates  Activity duration of: 45 minutes	£8.50  £8 (per disabled participant)

Additional Information

• A lunch room can be hired for the day at an additional charge of £50
• All accompanying adults are priced at £6 throughout all options above
• 1 free adult for every 6 paying children with all group bookings
• Must be a minimum group size of 15 participants - not including accompanying adults
• A maximum group size of 120 participants - not including accompanying adults
• Carers are charged at £2.50 throughout all options
• Bookings can only be made via telephone. To book now please call us on 01924 235 276

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Teacher Information

Our mission

To provide everyone, regardless of age and background or ability, access to an enjoyable, exciting experience in an open environment based on sustainability and education.

Pricing and information about our Education Packs can be found under Plan Your Visit

Key aims

• To provide a full and comprehensive education service that is relevant for learners from pre-school into retirement
• To actively involve the participation of all staff in the development and delivery of education services, supported by appropriate management arrangements and training
• To support the educational aims and promotion of the Zoo Licensing Act to encourage participation and public understanding of the animals and environment around us
• To facilitate student placements when possible and to create links with local colleges and universities
• To support and encourage family learning through a programme of events and activities
• More information can be found in our Education Policy and Vision document which can be downloaded from this page. (See Below).

General Information

Please download the General Information Document. It contains current information about bookings, prices, group sizes, parking and information to help you organise your visit.

Safety Guidelines for Schools and Groups

As we endeavour to make sure that all visitors enjoy their day it is just as important to ensure that all our visitors are safe during their time here. We have worked along side a number of schools to put these guidelines together to help you understand your responsibilities during the visit. Please download the safety guidelines document well in advance of your visit.

Risk Assessment for Ponderosa Zoo

Please download the Risk Assessment example for specific details of your trip. Please note that this is an example and the risks must be assessed by you

Education Policy and Vision Document

This Document outlines our Mission, Key aims and objectives, and our commitment to education through ongoing consultation with education providers.

Downloads

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Education Workbook KS1 Teachers Tour Guide Pack

Education Workbook KS1 Animal Adaptions

Education Workbook KS1 Animals and their Habitats

Education Workbook KS1 Endangered Animals

Education Workbook KS2 Changing Environments

Wild Workshop Lesson Plans

Education Policy and Vision Document

Risk Assessment for Ponderosa Zoo

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