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Hands-on wild life and nature workshops for schools

Lively 'Minibeast and more' workshops for FS to Y6. Hands-on, well-paced sessions with a charismatic, well-pitched approach guaranteed to enthuse children about the living world around them. Sessions delivered by experienced practictioner Steven Lewis-Neill. Based in Manchester but travel nationwide. Join other teachers on our Facebook Community group. Sessions perfect for a 'Wow' introduction to Habitats topics, Minibeasts, Classification, Nocturnal Animals, Animals including humans etc. Half day/Full day visits can be as flexible as you like. It is possible to see every class in the day if you are single form and we have a base - great value.

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Format

A typical workshop for one class can be from a minimum of 30mins up to 2hrs.

Age Groups

EYFS - Y6, Reception, Special Educational Needs (SEN)

As Featured on TV

Our work focusing on nature and wildlife education was highlighted on the Channel M breakfast show. We were invited to discuss our efforts in bringing nature into primary schools.

Bespoke Wild Life and Animal Workshops

WildWorkshops takes pride in providing tailored visits. With our background in primary education, we can design days that perfectly align with any nature-themed event or focus area, such as water, light, animals, pets, plants, rainforests, school grounds, or eco-schools.

Structured Lessons

WildWorkshops offers sessions tailored to four distinct levels: Foundation Stage, Key Stage 1, Lower Key Stage 2, and Upper Key Stage 2. However, we're flexible and capable of working with students up to Year 8. For each level, except Foundation Stage, we provide two-tiered modules. This structure enables children to progress and expand on their learning from previous years.

Qualified and Experienced Teacher

This workshop is delivered by Steven Lewis-Neill, a fully qualified Primary Teacher with experience across all Key Stages. As a former Science Coordinator, I've provided staff training in Scientific Enquiry. My research in Liverpool primary schools focused on animals' positive impact on children's self-esteem. With an MSc in Animal Behaviour, I founded WildWorkshops. Now, I offer schools practical science workshops inspired by British wildlife, aligning with the science curriculum.

Additional Info

More about this wild life workshop

Ideal for Science Weeks, School Grounds projects, 'Minibeast' topics, and reinforcing investigative 'fair test' science skills
Customised workshop days tailored for students
All equipment provided, including Dino-Lite pro digital microscope, sparking excitement among students as they observe wildlife up close.

Day Itinerary*

Flexible visits

Our day can fit to your timetable and session length can be planned around your day and the number of sessions you require.

* The activities may vary on the day depending on the length of the sessions and the age and ability of the participants.

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Learning Outcomes and Curriculum Links

Awe and Wonder
Going beyond academic realms the aim here is reconnect children with nature. They will hear key vocabulary reinforced and gain new knowledge, they will also practice practical science techniques.
Curriculum Links: Animals Including Humans Living things and their habitat, Life processes and living things Minibeasts Nocturnal Animals Classification Evolution

Cost

North West - Full day £350, Half day £250
Widlands - Full day £500, Half day £300
South - Full Day £600, Half day £400

Testimonials

Can't thank you enough for the work you did with our Year 2 class. It truly was an amazing experience for our children.

Staff Member, Assistant Head & SENCO @ Primary School

Staff have commended the work you did and the atmosphere amongst the children was electric.

Staff Member, SEN Support

Thank you for delivering your fantastic workshop, the children absolutely loved it. The staff all enjoyed it as well and said how engaged the children were.

Staff Member, Crofton Infants School

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About This Provider (Wildworkshops)

Hands-on nature workshops for EYFS, KS1 and KS2, connecting children with the wildlife on their doorstep. Perfect for Minibeasts, Classification, Habitats, Living things, Animals including Humans etc .

A base for the visit is preferred. Though not essential, a projector/whiteboard/tv to run our laptop through would benefit the sessions. A work surface such as tables make practical elements easier though we can work on mats.

British Science Week, World Wildlife Day

Qualified Teaching Status (QTS), MSc degree in Animal Behaviour , BEd Degree

Anywhere in England, Bedfordshire, Berkshire, Bristol, Buckinghamshire, Cambridgeshire, Cheshire, Cornwall, County Durham, Cumbria, Derbyshire, Devon, Dorset, East Riding of Yorkshire, East Sussex, Essex, Gloucestershire, Greater London, Greater Manchester, Hampshire, Herefordshire, Hertfordshire, Isle of Wight, Kent, Lancashire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, London, Merseyside, Norfolk, North Yorkshire, Northamptonshire, Northumberland, Nottinghamshire, Oxfordshire, Rutland, Shropshire, Somerset, South Yorkshire, Staffordshire, Suffolk, Surrey, Tyne and Wear, Warwickshire, West Midlands, West Sussex, West Yorkshire, Wiltshire, Worcestershire

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