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UK Education

EDUCATION IN THE UK

In the UK, Born Free’s education activities – part of our wider Community Engagement Programme – aim to reach children and young people both in schools and out, instilling a love of wildlife, helping to inspire empathy for animals and encouraging local action to support the protection of wild animals, and their habitats, around the world.

From free resources and educational workshops, to fundraising ideas and our bi-annual magazine, whether you’re a teacher, home-educator or a parent with a child who’s passionate about wildlife, our dedicated Community Engagement Team is here to support you.

Find out more using the links below, or email [email protected] for more information.

Education Resources & Links

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Teaching Resources

We have a range of teaching resources and lesson plans suitable for primary and secondary students.

Born Free workshops and talks

Invite the Born Free team to teach your learners about wildlife and what small actions we can all take to protect it.

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Visiting Zoos

For families and schools – if you're concerned about an upcoming zoo visit, we have resources for you.

Students from George Heriot’s School at ‘Born Free Forever’, an exhibition opening today at The Meadows in Edinburgh by international wildlife charity, Born Free, aiming to raise awareness of threats facing the lion population. Mark Runnacles/PA Wire.

School Events

Educational events, online and in-person, focusing on wildlife and conservation, for schools and home learners.

Hear the Roar!! Magazine

Our free, biannual magazine created for primary schools. Sign-up here for your copy and check out previous issues.

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Young Supporters' Email

Have a young person or class that simply wants to discover more about wildlife? Are you a young person who loves animals? Sign-up for our monthly kids’ email!

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Educational Email Updates

University Guest Speaker

Book one of the Born Free team to run a session for a university course, society event or student union activity.

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Fun Fundraising Ideas

Whether you're looking for ideas to do over a weekend or activities for your entire class or school, we have plenty of fun ways to raise money for charity.

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Junior and Youth Ambassadors

Learn more about Born Free's amazing team of Youth and Junior Ambassadors.

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Creative Nature Programme

Find out more about Born Free's Creative Nature Programme, nurturing creativity to support wildlife conservation and welfare.

Wildlife Activities

We have lots of fun ways to learn about wildlife and the natural world, including factsheets, drawing activities and quizzes.