| Specifications | |
| Location(s) | Pier Approach, West Beach Bournemouth BH2 5AA |
| Key Stages | EYFS, KS1, KS2, KS3, KS4, Post 16 |
| Special Schools | Yes |
| Public Liability | |
| Enhanced DBS | Yes |
| Fees | Please contact us with details of your requirements |
| Administration Service | Administered by the provider |
| Website | https://www.oceanarium.co.uk/ |
More about this Workshop/Service and the Provider
The Oceanarium welcomes school groups of all ages, abilities and sizes, all year round and is the perfect all weather venue for educational visits.
With 12 spectacular naturally themed environments set across two floors, your class will engage in a global journey through the waters of the world venturing through the Amazon, River Ganges, Great Barrier Reef and the Abyss.
With a huge variety of incredible wildlife representing the vast biodiversity on Earth there are 1000’s of amazing creatures waiting to be encountered! From otters to penguins, turtles to jellyfish and fascinating sharks and stingrays, the habitats, adaptations and importance of these awe inspiring creatures are here to be discovered.
We have three different educational packages and prices to choose from to suit the needs and requirements of your visit:
Self Guided Visit (Bronze package)
You may decide to take your class around the aquarium yourself. We have a free ‘Self Guided Visit Pack’ available (upon request) which includes key information, including an Oceanarium map, Fascinating Facts and Frequently Asked Questions, to help you guide your group and get the most from your visit.
Guided Tour (Silver package)
To compliment your visit, you can choose to have a guided tour led by one of our marine experts. The tour lasts one hour and can be adapted to age, ability and topic being studied. Maximum of 20 children per tour.
Guided Tour + Interactive session + lunch room hire (Gold package)
Both hosted by one of our marine experts, this package includes a one hour guided tour (see info above) and a 15 minute Interactive Session that involves the class getting hands-on with artefacts including turtle shells and shark jaws, as well getting up close to live creatures when available.
Within this package, we also offer an exclusive undercover lunch area for up to 30 children for 30 minutes.
| Package type | Price per child | What's included |
|---|---|---|
| Bronze (Basic) | £5.95 | Visit to Oceanarium (self guided) |
| Silver (Standard) | £6.95 | 1 hour guided tour by one of our animal experts, tailored to your age / curriculum level |
| Gold (Premium) | £7.95 |
1 hour guided tour plus a 15 minute interactive session hosted by one of our animal experts PLUS exclusive undercover lunch area for up to 30 children, for 30 minutes. |
We offer the following free teacher ratios:
Child Pre School (3-5 yrs) - Free teacher ratio 1:3
Child Primary School (5-11 yrs) - Free teacher ratio: 1:5
Child Secondary School (12-15 yrs) - Free teacher ratio: 1:10
Student (16+ yrs) - Free teacher ratio: 1:15
For additional teacher’s and adults including teaching assistants, parent helpers etc, we charge a reduced entry price at £9.95 (standard adult entry price £12.50). We also offer a reduced adult carer rate at £7.95 should any of the children require extra support.
How to book
To receive the special educational rates, groups must pre-book a minimum of 1 week prior to the visit date but it is recommended to book as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
Large groups will be divided into more manageable numbers with a maximum of 20 children per group, with staggered entry into the Oceanarium.
To book or for more information , please call 01202 311993 ext 208 to speak to our Bookings Co-ordinator or email us using the enquiry form below.
Award winning – Best Educational Day Out
We are proud to announce that we have been awarded as the Best Educational Day Out in the South West for 2019. This year over 25,000 genuine families voted for their favourite attractions which made it very competitive and exciting.
It is rewarding to know that families and schools are pleased with the educational experience delivered by the Ocenarium and highly trained staff, and more importantly, that we are engaging with them in areas of conservation, education and influencing environmentally friendly behaviour in future generations.
Testimonials
“My class had a lovely visit to the Bournemouth Oceanarium yesterday. Your staff were very friendly and helpful and the talk for the children was fantastic - the staff member who took it really got the children involved and even learnt their names. We all had a really successful field-trip and the children learnt so much.”
Braishfield Primary School, visited February 2017
Availability & How to Book
We are ready to organise your special event for you and answer any queries you may have.
Please complete the enquiry form below and someone will get back to you.
