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RSPB Rye Meads


Supporting curriculum-based learning outdoors

Description

Immerse your class in hands-on learning with an educational school visit to our fabulous nature reserve. Our sessions are led by RSPB education professionals who are specialists in their field and able to engage all abilities, while helping you meet your learning objectives.

It's a great opportunity to inspire your children to talk about their science and geography learning while fully engaging in the great outdoors.
- Curriculum linked half or full day sessions
- Varied and well-paced sessions
- Get pupils working scientifically and using technical vocabulary in context
- Build pupils’ resilience and character
- Potential for ongoing learning back in the classroom

This reserve has been specially designed for school visits and has so much to offer for teaching your class about wetland habitats.

The visitor centre has well equipped classrooms and interactive displays. Purpose-built pond dipping and minibeast areas mean children can freely explore the habitats safely, and get the most out of their visit with us.


Reviews

The following reviews have been added by visit leaders using the EVOLVE system.
Overview
4.6
10 reviews


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Children were very engaged, and enjoyed a new experience. Next time, we will leave slightly earlier to ensure we make it back in time for dismissal. Great space for children to observe and be physically active as well. (July 2024 - Primary School)




(June 2024 - Primary School)




(May 2024 - Primary School)




(May 2024 - Primary School)




(July 2023 - Primary School)




Great inclusive activities for all. We learnt a lot and caught lots of pond creatures and bugs! (July 2023 - Primary School)




Very well organised activities and perfect for ks2 habitats. (March 2022 - Primary School)




(August 2019 - Primary School)




(May 2019 - Primary School)




(April 2019 - Primary School)




Contact

RSPB Rye Meads
Rye Road
Stanstead Abbotts
Hertfordshire
SG12 8JS
LOtC

Pricing

All prices are per pupil
Early Years & Primary: half day £4; full day £6.50.
Minimum charges apply: £80 (half day); £130 (full day)

Secondary: full day £8;
Minimum charge applies £160

A level/Advanced Higher: full day £10
Minimum charge applies: £160

Opening Times

.School sessions run on week days.
Each programme is designed to last two hours. Sessions run from 10am to 12pm and then 12.30 to 2.30pm. Two programmes can be combined to make a whole-day visit.
Please email to check availability.


Supporting curriculum-based learning outdoors

Description

Immerse your class in hands-on learning with an educational school visit to our fabulous nature reserve. Our sessions are led by RSPB education professionals who are specialists in their field and able to engage all abilities, while helping you meet your learning objectives.

It's a great opportunity to inspire your children to talk about their science and geography learning while fully engaging in the great outdoors.
- Curriculum linked half or full day sessions
- Varied and well-paced sessions
- Get pupils working scientifically and using technical vocabulary in context
- Build pupils’ resilience and character
- Potential for ongoing learning back in the classroom

This reserve has been specially designed for school visits and has so much to offer for teaching your class about wetland habitats.

The visitor centre has well equipped classrooms and interactive displays. Purpose-built pond dipping and minibeast areas mean children can freely explore the habitats safely, and get the most out of their visit with us.

Pricing

All prices are per pupil
Early Years & Primary: half day £4; full day £6.50.
Minimum charges apply: £80 (half day); £130 (full day)

Secondary: full day £8;
Minimum charge applies £160

A level/Advanced Higher: full day £10
Minimum charge applies: £160

Opening Times

.School sessions run on week days.
Each programme is designed to last two hours. Sessions run from 10am to 12pm and then 12.30 to 2.30pm. Two programmes can be combined to make a whole-day visit.
Please email to check availability.


Contact

RSPB Rye Meads
Rye Road
Stanstead Abbotts
Hertfordshire
SG12 8JS
LOtC

Reviews

The following reviews have been added by visit leaders using the EVOLVE system.
Overview
4.6
10 reviews


Excellent
 
60%

Very Good
 
40%

Average
 
0%

Poor
 
0%

Awful
 
0%

July 2024 - Primary School
Children were very engaged, and enjoyed a new experience. Next time, we will leave slightly earlier to ensure we make it back in time for dismissal. Great space for children to observe and be physically active as well.



June 2024 - Primary School




May 2024 - Primary School




May 2024 - Primary School




July 2023 - Primary School




July 2023 - Primary School
Great inclusive activities for all. We learnt a lot and caught lots of pond creatures and bugs!



March 2022 - Primary School
Very well organised activities and perfect for ks2 habitats.



August 2019 - Primary School




May 2019 - Primary School




April 2019 - Primary School