Introduction
Education is an important function of the work of a modern zoo and Dublin Zoo is about learning and of course conservation and fun. By helping people to learn more about the natural world, we can help them to understand, and care and want to do something to help.
Education – in a natural environment…a Living Classroom!
Dublin Zoo has a year-round education calendar to cater for all levels (pre-school, primary and second level). All post-primary programmes (ecology, genetics, conservation and art) are endorsed by the Department of Education and Science. Programmes for primary schools are linked to the Discover Primary Science initiative and Dublin Zoo is a certified and accredited DPS centre.
The programmes offered at the Zoo aim to encourage students to appreciate their surroundings and develop a greater respect for nature. The animals are the Zoo’s greatest educational resources and set us apart from the normal school classroom.
For more information please contact the Education Department, Dublin Zoo. Tel: (01) 474 8932 or email: education@dublinzoo.ie