Exciting news! We’ve been granted Enriching Local Curriculum funding by the Ministry of Education to enable us to continue offering unique learning sessions at reduced prices.
We are in the process of developing exciting new learning workshops, for schools and ECE and will have these on the website very soon
A visit to Wellington Zoo makes learning real. Get close to our amazing animals to learn about both exotic and local species, gain an understanding of the role of a progressive zoo and discover what you can do to care for animals and the environment.
Bring the Zoo to your Online Classroom
Kia ora kaiako, can’t make it to the Zoo but still want to learn from one of our Zoo Educators? Talk to us about an online Zoo Learning Session! Online sessions start from only $100 per class (up to 35 learners) and include pre and post-session activities, as well as a 30-minute video call with a Zoo Educator live from the Zoo.
Currently we are offering the following topics (more topics coming soon!):
- Animal Adaptations (Year 1-13, can include Speciation for Year 13)
- Animal Behaviour (Year 1-13, can include Biology 3.1)
- Caring for Animals (Year 1-8)
Spaces are limited so talk to us today! To book your session or find out how we can work together, please contact: learning@wellingtonzoo.com
LEOTC Sessions
Our exciting range of LEOTC topics makes planning your visit and meeting your learning objectives easy. We cater for students from years 1-13 with a range of tailored learning sessions to help you bring your classroom learning alive.
Our Educators have developed specialised Year 13 Biology-specific topics such as Primate Evolution, Speciation, Animal Behaviour plus our new sessions on Homeostasis and Animal Behaviour Observations (for Bio 3.1).
We strive to accommodate students with a diverse range of learning requirements so everyone can enjoy a fantastic visit.
LEOTC Session Rates:
As a Learning Experience Outside the Classroom provider, our LEOTC sessions are offered at a special subsidised rate. This includes Zoo entry and a Learning Session with our Zoo Educators.
- $8 per student
- $8 per parent/adult helper
- Teacher & teacher aides are free of charge
| Primary | Secondary | Year 13 Biology Specific |
| Animal Adaptations | Animal Adaptations | Animal Behaviour (for Biology 3.1) |
| Animal Behaviour | Animal Behaviour | Animal Behaviour (for Biology 3.3) |
| Careers at the Zoo | Careers at the Zoo | Homeostasis (for Biology 3.4) |
| Caring for Animals | Conservation Connection | Speciation (for Biology 3.5) |
| Conservation Connection | Unique New Zealand | Primate Evolution (for Biology 3.6) |
| Unique New Zealand |
Don't see your topic? Talk to us! We would love to work together to meet your learning objectives.
Self-guided School Visits & Pre-School Groups
You are more than welcome to visit in your own time, at your own pace. Pre-book your visit by emailing the email below and ask about our pre-booked self-guided group rates:
wellingtonzoo@wellingtonzoo.com
Please note that self-guided visits and pre-school group are not eligible for LEOTC rates.
Tertiary
We also offer tailored learning opportunities for tertiary groups. Talk to us about how we can make your course wild!
Student rates:
- $20 per student
- $20 per lecturer/tutor
COVID-19 Update
Please be assured, all staff who will be interacting with your group are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and will wear a mask throughout your visit.
It is a condition of entry that all visitors to Wellington Zoo aged 12 years and above must wear a mask while inside zoo buildings and follow all other guidelines while on-site. We encourage all students from Year 4 and up to wear a mask also while inside.
Our duty of care is to look after our animals, Zoo team, and visitors. This is a decision we take seriously, and we will be regularly reviewing in line with government advice to ensure it is still the right approach.
School visit information
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