Primary 4-7 Lesson Programme

Cycle of Life

Join us on a journey through our zoo to explore the exciting world of animal reproduction. Discover how the growth and development of species in the animal kingdom compare to the changes humans experience as they go through puberty and reach sexual maturity. This lesson has been specifically designed with City of Edinburgh Council to de-personalise the topics of sex education and bring this part of the curriculum to life. The 'Cycle of Life' lesson was the recipient of a Silver BIAZA Education Award in 2019 for demonstrating long-lasting impact on participant learning.

Available at both Highland Wildlife Park and Edinburgh Zoo

Suitable for Primary 4 to 7.

Endangered Animals

An introduction to the threats faced by animals in the wild today and the work being done to stop them becoming extinct.

Available at Edinburgh Zoo and Highland Wildlife Park

Suitable for Primary 1 to 7

The Big Endangered Animal Game

This game-based session for large groups enables pupils to explore the issues affecting wildlife and habitats around the globe.

Available at Edinburgh Zoo only.
Suitable for Primary 1 to 7.

Animal Handling ADD ON ONLY

Want to get up close to our animals? Join us to handle and learn about some of our most interesting species. Available as an add-on with any booked session at Edinburgh Zoo.

Available at Edinburgh Zoo only

Suitable for all ages

Themed Tour

Not seeing the topic you would like to focus on? Then request a theme of your choice and we will tailor our storytelling on a tour of our zoo to meet the specific learning needs of your group.

Available at both Highland Wildlife Park and Edinburgh Zoo and can be delivered virtually

Suitable for all ages

Bus Tour

Our Highland Wildlife Park Discovery & Learning officer will join you on your coach for this tour through the main reserve drive through.

Available at Highland Wildlife Park

Suitable for all ages

Polar Explorers Virtual Tour

Find out about the extreme animals that live at the poles.

Available at both Edinburgh Zoo and Highland Wildlife Park

Suitable for Primary 1 to 7

The Big Endangered Animals Virtual Quiz

Book multiple classes to compete in our RZSS quiz! We challenge you to answer questions about animals at Edinburgh Zoo and Highland Wildlife Park, while getting to see them on your screens!

Available at both Highland Wildlife Park and Edinburgh Zoo
Suitable for Primary 1 to 7.

Ask the Zoos

Join Edinburgh Zoo and the Highland Wildlife Park for a virtual tour of both sites and ask them any questions your class might have. You and your class can prepare some questions in advance of your session, using our online maps to see what animals we might visit!

Available on virtual

Suitable for all ages

Self-guided Visit

Why not bring your group along on a self guided visit?

Available at both Highland Wildlife Park and Edinburgh Zoo

Suitable for all ages

RZSS and the 3 Bears

Join us on this virtual tour to meet our 3 amazing bear species!

Available at both Edinburgh Zoo and Highland Wildlife Park

Suitable for Nursery to Primary 7

Pandas Habits and Habitats

This is a tour-based session introducing the physical and behavioural adaptations of pandas and other Asian animals to their environment.

Available at Edinburgh Zoo.

Suitable for Primary 4 - 7