Knowsley Safari
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What will students see and do?
Enjoy a full day out and explore the five-mile safari drive, which is the longest in the UK and home to everything from cheeky baboons to a magnificent lion pride.
On the foot safari, brand-new Bear Country takes centre stage, before you get to explore the Tiger Trail and Nature Walk, then head to the rides and play areas before watching an animal display.
Whether you are a school teacher looking to bring your class for a fun, educational day out near Liverpool or wanting a visit to your school in person or over a live stream, or a home educator searching for that something a little bit different, Knowsley Safari has something for everyone.
There are a range of educational activities for schools, including workshops and guided tours, delivered by expert safari educators who help bring learning to life for pupils.
How does the trip link to the curriculum?
Education is at the heart of Knowsley Safari’s programmes, which allow children to learn outside the classroom about nature and wildlife.
For EYFS groups, children will cover science, learning about animals, habitats, adaptations, and camouflage. They’ll also learn about numbers by counting and will touch on English with phonics.
Key Stage 1 pupils will cover science with a focus on classification, habitats, diet, and adaptations; maths, including addition and subtraction; and English by looking at adjectives and phonics.
At Key Stage 2, pupils will cover science by looking at endangered animals and technology, habitats, diets and adaptation.
Subjects covered
Teaching resources provided
Knowsley Safari has a number of teaching resources available to download from its website for you to make your wild day out even more interactive.
Minimum and maximum group size
Please see individual programmes for details on group sizes.
Details of risk assessment
Health and safety is a priority when it comes to school trips at Knowsley Safari, and the team will provide you with a guide to carrying out your own risk assessment.
Teachers are encouraged to visit in advance of their trip, free of charge, once a booking has been made, to help with their planning.
Don't miss our downloadable A-Z guide on completing a risk assessment
Facilities on-site
Knowsley Safari has a large coach park available for school transport that is completely free to use.
There is a great choice of refreshments available from the on-site restaurant as well as indoor and outdoor areas in which your group can enjoy a picnic.
Toilets are located across the park, including accessible toilets as well as changing facilities.
Opening times
Knowsley Safari is open all year round, from 10am–6pm during peak season and 10am–4pm in the winter.
Pricing
A School Discovery Day starts at £8.50 per pupil when visiting at off-peak times (which includes either a Discovery Workshop or a guide for your coach); this goes up to £9.50 during peak season (May–July). For an extra £1 per pupil, you can upgrade to a Discovery Workshop and a guide for your coach.
A guided Baboon Bus Tour and a Discovery Workshop is priced at £14 per pupil.
All other programme prices can be found on the Knowsley Safari website.
Travel arrangements
Classes must arrive on their own bus or coach. For a guided tour, a microphone on the bus/coach is required, along with a spare seat for the safari guide.
Address
Knowsley Safari
Prescot
England
L34 4AN
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