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Minibeast Pond Safari

This activity is free and has curriculum links suitable for Key Stage 2 students.

Pre-visit information and curriculum links PDF (1.4 MB)

Find and compare minibeasts from the Wildlife Garden pond.

Dates:

please note that this activity does not run all year round

After your visit

Download the land survey sheet to conduct a wildlife survey back at school. See the pre-visit information PDF (above) for instructions.

Download the land survey sheet PDF (269.4 KB)

This workshop includes:

  • pond dipping
  • using keys to identify invertebrates
  • recording observations
  • developing awareness of habitats and invertebrate adaptations.

Duration: 45 minutes

Capacity: 30 students

Booking: book in advance by calling the Museum booking team on +44 (0)20 7942 5555

School bookings

Book all school activities in advance on +44 (0)20 7942 5555. Lines are open Monday-Friday from 8.30-16.00 during term time and 10.00-13.00 in the holidays.

All Key Stage 2 activities