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School Visits at Newquay Zoo

Take learning beyond the classroom with a school visit to Newquay Zoo.

Home to fascinating animals from across the world, our zoo offers pupils the chance to discover wildlife up close, observe animal behaviour and explore the connections between animals, habitats and conservation.

Our school packages are available from pre-school through to sixth form, with the flexibility to enjoy a self-guided day or enhance your visit with an educational session led by our Education Team.

New booking system launching soon! For enquiries in the meantime please email education@newquayzoo.uk

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Primary School Visits

£9.50 per child

Give pupils the chance to discover some of the subjects they learn about at school in a living, breathing environment.

Primary groups can explore Newquay Zoo independently, with plenty of opportunities throughout the day to observe animals, compare species and discover more about the natural world.

When booking, you'll be able to select the Key Stage appropriate for your group and choose whether you'd like to add one of our educational experiences.

Educational School Workshop Add-On

A structured educational session led by a member of our Education and Engagement team. Workshops offer an opportunity to explore a topic in greater depth and add a dedicated learning experience to your day at the zoo.

20-minute Mini Session Add-On

For groups looking for a shorter option, our Mini Sessions take place at an animal enclosure and provide a focused introduction to one of the animals or themes encountered during your visit.

Educational workshops and Mini Sessions are available Monday–Thursday, subject to availability.

Please note that Walk and Talk sessions are not available for primary-aged pupils.

Secondary School & Sixth Form Visits

£10.50 per student

Newquay Zoo provides a unique setting for older students to investigate the natural world outside the classroom.

Students can spend the day exploring independently or add a structured learning experience delivered by our Education and Engagement team.

Three optional educational experiences are available.

Educational School Workshop Add-On

Our most in-depth learning option, giving students dedicated time with a member of our Education and Engagement team to explore a subject in greater detail.

Walk and Talk Add-On

Explore the zoo with a member of our team during a guided Walk and Talk. These sessions take learning into the zoo itself, allowing topics to be discussed alongside relevant animals and habitats.

20-minute Mini Session Add-On

A shorter animal-focused session held at an enclosure, ideal for groups wanting to add a focused educational element to a wider self-guided visit.

Educational sessions are available Monday–Thursday, subject to availability.

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Add lunch to your visit

Make your school trip easier to organise by adding lunch to your booking.

Cold Lunch Box – £6 per person

Includes:

  • Sandwich

  • Apple

  • Crisps

  • Orange juice

Hot Lunch – £6.20 per person

Includes:

  • Fries

  • Sauce

  • Can of cold drink

Lunches can be selected during the school booking process.

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Getting here and parking

School groups can arrive at Newquay Zoo between 10am and 2pm, giving you flexibility to organise your visit around transport arrangements and the school day.

Newquay Zoo is located in the heart of Newquay, making it a great destination for school groups from across Cornwall.

Please be aware that the car park beside Newquay Zoo is owned and operated by Cornwall Council and parking charges apply. Parking is therefore not included with your school visit.

We recommend checking current parking arrangements before travelling and allowing plenty of time for your group to arrive before any pre-booked educational sessions.

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Why bring your class to Newquay Zoo?

Learning about wildlife is very different when pupils can see animals for themselves.

A day at Newquay Zoo can encourage children and young people to observe behaviours, identify adaptations, compare species and think more deeply about habitats, biodiversity and conservation.

It is also an opportunity to encourage curiosity. From noticing how an animal moves to questioning why a species looks or behaves in a particular way, a zoo visit can provide starting points for learning that continue long after the school trip is over.

New booking system launching soon! For enquiries in the meantime please email education@newquayzoo.uk