HABITATS AROUND THE WORLD
A hands-on, Curriculum for Wales–aligned workshop for the Foundation Phase & Key Stage 2
CURRICULUM FOR WALES LINKS
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Science & Technology AoLE
Observe and describe living things and their basic needs.
Recognise that animals live in different environments.
Compare simple features that help animals survive.
Humanities AoLE
Explore different places, weather and seasons.
Identify hot and cold environments using simple geographical language.
Languages, Literacy & Communication AoLE
Ask questions and use new scientific vocabulary confidently.
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Science & Technology AoLE
Group and classify living things.
Explain how animals are adapted to their habitats.
Understand how environments change and impact living things.
Humanities AoLE
Locate and describe global environments and climate regions.
Use geographical vocabulary to explain physical features.
Languages, Literacy & Communication AoLE
Use clear, subject-specific language when observing and presenting findings.
Bring real animals from real habitats directly into your school! This unforgettable experience helps pupils understand how different environments shape the animals that live there — through close-up encounters, hands-on learning, and exciting habitat stations they’ll remember for years.
PERFECT FOR THE SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY AOLE, THE HUMANITIES AOLE, OR AS A WHOLE-CLASS ENRICHMENT SESSION.
why SCHOOLS CHOOSE SCALY SAFARI:
✔ Fully ALIGNED WITH THE CURRICULUM FOR WALES
✔ Highly interactive: real animals, real science, AND ENQUIRY-BASED LEARNING
✔ Perfect for science week, topic launches & class rewards
✔ Affordable options (School-funded • PTA-funded • Parent-funded)
✔ Delivered by experienced animal educators
✔ FULLY LICENSED, INSURED, AND DBS-CHECKED
ANIMALS THEY’LL MEET…
BEARDED DRAGON
CHAMELEON
BLUE-TONGUED SKINK
GIANT AFRICAN MILLIPEDES
BOA CONSTRICTOR
LEOPARD GECKO
Animals are subject to change depending on availability
WHAT wE’LL cover:
DESERT HABITAT
High heat
Temperature regulation
Burrows & shelters
Sparse vegetation
RAINFOREST HABITAT
High humidity
Layers of the rainforest
Climbing adaptations
Shedding & moisture needs
woodland HABITAT
Leaf litter & decomposers
Camouflage
Foraging
Predator avoidance
WHAT THEY’LL LEARN:
By the end of this session, pupils will be able to:
Explain what a habitat (cynefin) is and why animals need specific environmental conditions to survive.
Describe key features of desert, rainforest and woodland/forest-floor environments.
Recognise how animals are adapted to their habitats (camouflage, climbing, temperature regulation, moisture needs, etc.).
Use key vocabulary linked to habitats, environments and animal survival.
Apply enquiry and observation skills during hands-on interaction with real animals.
FREE Curriculum for Wales–Aligned Pupil Workbook Included with Every HABITATS AROUND THE WORLD Workshop
Every class that books Habitats Around the World receives access to our beautifully designed pupil workbook, packed with age-appropriate activities and clear explanations. The workbook includes a child-friendly summary of everything covered in the session, plus engaging exercises that reinforce key scientific and geographical concepts.
The activities support learning within the Science & Technology and Humanities AoLEs and can be used during the workshop, as a follow-up lesson, or as evidence for Progression Steps back in the classroom.
PRICING & FUNDING
school-funded WORKSHOPS
Our workshops are £175 per hour (plus travel costs if applicable), and can be funded directly through school.
DISCOUNTS FOR MULTIPLE WORKSHOPS
Need more than one workshop? We offer discounts for multiple bookings.
PTA-funded WORKSHOPS
Need an alternative way to fund your workshop? Your PTA may be able to help!
PARENT CONTRIBUTION MODEL
Asking for contributions directly from parents can help fund this incredible experience for their child.
School-friendly. Transparent. straightforward.
At Scaly Safari, we believe schools shouldn’t have to fill in forms, wait for quotes, or guess the cost of a visit. That’s why we operate a Clear Pricing Policy — simple, transparent prices that make booking easy.
Travel included up to 20 miles from LL18 (50p per mile over 20 miles).
No hidden fees.
No complicated per-pupil calculations.
Just clear, curriculum-aligned workshops at a price schools can trust.
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Perfect for one class, a topic launch, or Science Week.
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Ideal for covering both KS1 and KS2 in the same visit.
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Maximum impact with minimal timetable disruption.
SOME OF THE SCHOOLS WE’VE WORKED WITH…
LET’S PLAN YOUR WORKSHOP
Ready to book? Need some more information? Complete the form below, send us an email to hey@scalysafari.co, or call us on 07568 377 077. We’ll be in touch asap!
FAQS
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Our School Workshops are approx. one hour long.
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We charge per workshop, no matter how many children you’d like to attend. We recommend no more than 30 per workshop, and remember that the more children there are, the less opportunity there will be for everyone to handle the animals.
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Pretty much anywhere! We’re based in North Wales, but regularly cover the whole of the North West as well (and beyond). There may be a surcharge for fuel costs for travelling further afield.
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It depends on the learning outcome of the workshop, but we always bring an appropriate selection of animals based on what we’ll be covering.
The selection we bring also largely depends on shedding, and feeding schedules.
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Weather-permitting…absolutely! Please note that most of our animals are temperature-sensitive, so if we feel it’s a bit too chilly (or hot) on the day, we may have to move the session indoors.
Please note: clear access to hot running water and soap is essential.
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As we always say: every animal can bite if it wants to. Our animals are our own personal pets, and are extremely well-handled. It is highly unlikely that they will bite, especially as all handling will take place under our direct supervision. We can’t, however, guarantee 100% that they won’t bite.
None of our snakes are venomous.