Home Educator Days FAQs

The majority of the session will take place in the education cabins. There will also be a guided zoo tour. Please meet outside the Hive cabin 5 minutes before the session start time.

Any siblings under 2 years old are admitted for free.

Any siblings over 2 years old in the room, will need either a session ticket if taking part,

or a regular zoo entry ticket if not taking part.

No. Children will not be permitted to take part without a supervising adult.
1 free accompanying adult is admitted per child taking part.

Only 1 free accompanying adult is admitted per child taking part.

Any additional adults will require purchasing a zoo ticket to enter.

Absolutely. A ticket to the home educator session allows entry to the zoo at any time during the booked home educator day.

Our home educator sessions have been designed for learners aged 4-11 (KS1/KS2). However, children outside this age bracket are welcome to attend if you feel they would enjoy/benefit from

All activity sheets, crafting materials and clipboards will be provided. Please bring a pen or pencil and weather appropriate clothing as some of the session will take place outside. 

The zoo has a large and well equipped play area including a large sandpit with water features, climbing frames, swings, a wooden fort, real-life fire engine, helicopter and tractor. It is suitable for children aged 18 months to 10 years.

There are 3 council run pay and display car parks within the park; the closest one to the zoo is Chelsea Gate car park.

Please email events@batterseaparkzoo.co.uk. Who will be happy to assist.