Courses for Teachers
Courses for Teachers
Dublin Zoo has extensive experience delivering specialised professional development for teachers.
Our 2026 summer course for primary teachers’ course is now open for bookings, please book here.
Email us today at education@dublinzoo.ie for more information.
Primary School Teachers
Summer Course
Cultivating the Next Generation of Conservationists
The course aims to provide participants with active engagement in teaching and learning about Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) with an emphasis on conservation education. It provides participants with the skills, knowledge and confidence to teach about nature and conservation in their classrooms. The course assists teachers in fostering positive connections to nature in their classrooms and motivating their students towards pro-environmental actions.
Topics are delivered by expert facilitators in our Discovery and Learning Centre and from our immersive living classroom, the grounds of Dublin Zoo. Teachers participating have exclusive access to our state-of-the-art teaching spaces as well as the opportunity to explore the zoo after the daily programme.
With support from the Department of Education’s Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) to 2030 initiative, we are pleased to offer a once-off 50% discount on this course. This funding helps expand access to the programme and support teachers engaging with sustainability education. Places are limited, so early booking is recommended.
Note: this course is aimed at those who teach 3rd – 6th class but all teachers are welcome.
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Courses Designed
to Inspire the Next Generation
From hands-on, curriculum-aligned courses and workshops, to exciting on site educational tours, we empower students and teachers with the knowledge to drive real conservation change. Explore our dynamic learning opportunities tailored for every age group and educational goal.
