Self-led school visits to Lackford Lakes

Your self-led school visit to Lackford Lakes 

Lackford Lakes is a wildlife haven created from gravel pits. Designated SSSI, with wetland, woodland, scrub, sandy heath and 11 lakes, birds and other wildlife can be seen close-up all year round. Located at the heart of the reserve, the centre has a classroom overlooking the reedbed, viewing gallery, picnic area and toilets. Your day here will reflect the landscape, habitats and history of Lackford Lakes.

A usual day runs between 10am and 2.30pm. We are flexible half an hour either side of this. Price per pupil is £2.50. All equipment, instructions and a map will be provided on arrival. A link to downloadable resources will be provided on confirmation of your booking. 

Ratio requirement - For children aged two and under we require you to provide a ratio of 1 adult : 4 pupils. For children aged three and over we require a ratio of 1 adult : 6 pupils.

Invertebrates 

An exciting way to investigate habitats, life cycles, learn about classification and how to observe animals closely.
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Instructions for games and activities will be included in your equipment box. A downloadable link to these resources will be sent on confirmation of your booking for you to familiarise yourself with the activities before your visit.

Ponds 

An exciting way to investigate habitats, life cycles, learn about classification and how to closely observe creatures. Students will learn how to identify aquatic invertebrates that they may be unfamiliar with. All equipment required, including pond nets, white trays, viewers, spoons, and identification sheets, will be provided.

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Instructions for games and activities will be included in your equipment box. A downloadable link to these resources will be sent on confirmation of your booking for you to familiarise yourself with the activities before your visit.

Plants 

This session offers an opportunity to investigate the life cycles of plants and the role of pollinators and learn about the function of different parts of the plant through games and activities. They will look at the variety and diversity of flowering plants in the meadow habitat.

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Instructions for games and activities will be included in your equipment box. A downloadable link to these resources will be sent on confirmation of your booking for you to familiarise yourself with the activities before your visit.

Trees 

This session offers an opportunity to discover trees by looking up close at the texture of the bark, leaf shapes and the animals living on them. Students can discuss the difference between deciduous and evergreen species.

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Instructions for games and activities will be included in your equipment box. A downloadable link to these resources will be sent on confirmation of your booking for you to familiarise yourself with the activities before your visit.

Birds 

An exciting way to learn more about birds, how they have adapted for flight and how to identify them.
Pupils can use binoculars and an identification guide to help them learn more about the birds at Lackford Lakes.
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KS1 KS2

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 KS1 KS2

Instructions for games and activities will be included in your equipment box. A downloadable link to these resources will be sent on confirmation of your booking for you to familiarise yourself with the activities before your visit.

Nature Connection (EYFS)

A full day session for early years designed to ignite their curiosity in nature. Pupils will explore the reserve, using all their senses to connect to the beautiful surroundings. 

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EYFS

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 EYFS

Instructions for games and activities will be included in your equipment box. A downloadable link to these resources will be sent on confirmation of your booking for you to familiarise yourself with the activities before your visit.