Key Stage 5 (17+)

Key Stage 5 (17+)

At Key Stage 5, pupils have a range of options available to them; A Levels, Baccalaureates (both English and International), BTECs and Scottish Higher National Certificates/Diplomas are just some of the qualifications open to the 17-18 age-group.

School trips can become even more tailored to suit interests at this level as student groups become smaller and more specialised. For example, one of the ultimate visits for sixth form scientists would be to the Cern Centre (Conseil Européen pour la Recherche Nucléaire) near Geneva, where scientists are daily investigating the fundamental structure of the universe.

Suitable Venues

Take advantage of the SEA LIFE Timmendorfer Strand as an attractive, non-school setting for school class visits. Motivate your students with a trip to where they experience native and tropical habitats of the oceans up close and learn with all senses.

Take advantage of the SEA LIFE Königswinter as an attractive, non-school setting for school class visits. Motivate your students with a trip to where they experience native and tropical habitats of the oceans up close and learn with all senses.

Dive in a Ship Wreck and find fish as beautiful and strange as the leaf fish, the puffy fish or the rock mover wrasse. Dory, from Finding Nemo, is also around. Discover her scientific name.
Feel like a real fish in the water, inside our Oceanic Tunnel, the first and only in our country!

Bring your class to the newest attraction in Charlotte-Concord!

With over 5,000 creatures on display, a visit to SEA LIFE Charlotte-Concord Aquarium will engage your students' senses. In addition to the spectacular view from the underwater tunnel, children can get involved at the interactive rockpool by holding a crab or even touching a starfish.

Breathtaking stretch of silver sands surrounded by wildlife-rich dunes

The sandy beach is backed by dunes where a variety of flowers bloom: bluebells, cowslips, burnet roses and, to give it its common name, bloody cranesbill, amongst others.

School and Club Visits

Bristol Aquarium welcomes schools, youth groups and clubs throughout the year. With over 40 displays and over 4,000 aquatic creatures in themed geographical zones, Bristol Aquarium offers a fun and inspirational day out for children of all ages.

Book an Aquarium Safari

Within the South Downs National Park and Heritage Coast. We have indoor facilities in one of the old barns. The Cuckmere valley and Seven Sisters provide a stunning backdrop for fieldwork across a wide range of habitats including coastal, river, and woodland. Activities include team building and forest school sessions.

The Manly SEA LIFE Sanctuary education program is delivered by trained and passionate marine educator officers and it’s this, combined with our commitment to marine conservation, which makes us the Northern Beaches' leading school excursion venue.

Educational Field Trips

Ancient commons, mentioned in the Domesday Book, with grassland plains, mighty oak woods and serene ponds

Bookham Commons' varied landscapes, from ancient oak woods to grassland plains and tranquil ponds, support an abundance of wildlife, which can be heard and seen throughout the seasons.

Situated in West Sussex and set in 465 acres of country estate, Wakehurst boasts ornamental gardens, temperate woodlands, a nature reserve and an Elizabethan mansion. 

The museum of the history of Jute

'If it wasnae for the weavers where would we be?' A visit to award-winning attraction Scotland's Jute Museum @ Verdant Works in Dundee is a great day out for everyone.

The grounds at Harewood are ideal for watching wild birds attracted by the variety of different habitats – ideal for those birds living and breeding here or just visiting on a seasonal basis.

The bird life around these areas can be easily observed from the many footpaths and gardens, or even sat on the Terrace relaxing with a cup of tea in The Terrace Cafe.

Botanic Gardens is home to the Palm House and the Tropical Ravine.

Unstaffed open site, no booking required

The Lakes Aquarium brings your group face to face with a vast array of creatures from the furthest reaches of the globe – from fierce piranha and dainty seahorses, to menacing pike and diving ducks.

Far from the sea, but still a great view

Mariners Hill is much enjoyed by local people and dog walkers, who value its tranquil walks and excellent panoramic views of the Weald.

Magnificent Edwardian gardens flowing from grand vistas to intimate spaces overlooked by a large mansion

Dyffryn Gardens are an exceptional example of Edwardian garden design. Covering more than 55 acres they feature a stunning collection of intimate garden rooms including a rose garden, Pompeian garden and several ponds.

The centre, with its dedicated classroom, is a great base for exploring the wonderful heath and woodland of Witley and Milford Commons. It has all the facilities you will need, including a fire circle, dipping ponds and den building area. There are toilets and large sinks for washing little hands, and parking for coaches.

ACTIVITIES:

Begin your journey into the astounding underwater world by taking a look at the Giant Spider Crab and the Giant Pacific Octopus. These aquatic creatures amaze us with their ability to camoflage themselves with surrounding rocks and other ocean features.

Your school field trip to SEA LIFE will include:

  • Rockpool Experience – Get up close and personal with our creatures
  • Free Chaperone Tickets – 1 free Chaperone Ticket per every 5 Student Tickets purchased
  • Free educational talks throughout the day that your class can attend 
  • Free Teacher Preview Visit
  • Free Downloadable Resources

Planted over twenty years ago by brothers Lindsay and Edward Heyes, the fun of the aMazing Hedge Puzzle has made it Herefordshire's most popular private tourist attraction.

In a narrow tree-lined valley just north of Lydney in Gloucestershire lies the Dean Forest Railway. Run almost entirely by volunteers it offers visitors the chance to soak up the sight, sounds and smells of travel on a rural branch railway operated by steam trains – and the occasional heritage diesel.

Unstaffed open site, no booking required

At SEA LIFE Mooloolaba you and your students will experience:

  • A wide range of interactive and educational programs to suit your students, your time and your budget.

  • Our amazing interactive touch pool, enthralling talks and feeds, and highly entertaining seal presentations.

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