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Homeschool at the Zoo

We know that many homeschooling families embrace the freedom they have to enjoy experiences beyond the four walls of the traditional classroom. Let the Sedgwick County Zoo be your real-life, fresh-air, nearby learning lab. Take advantage of the opportunity to leave the computer and make contact with the exotic without leaving Wichita or breaking the family budget.

Classes meet in the Cargill Learning Center unless otherwise noted. Space is limited; therefore pre-registration is required. Please contact Cargill Learning Center to reserve your place. Classes take place rain or shine.

Activities

We have resources and activities that will allow you to enhance your homeschool teaching experience. Contact us for Zoo Trunks and other materials and equipment for kids of all ages.

Zoo Trunks  |  Zoo Reach  |  Plan an Overnight

Learning Adventures

Plan an adventure to the Zoo for your students grades 1–5. There are lots of exciting hands-on adventures for your homeschool family. You can choose between formal and informal activities.

Classes meet in the Cargill Learning Center unless otherwise noted. Space is limited; therefore pre-registration is required. Please contact Cargill Learning Center to reserve your place. Classes take place rain or shine.

Homeschool Expeditions

This is a good way to supplement your science curriculum. Classes are for grades 1-5 and cover various topics including animal science, life science, and physical science. Homeschool parents are actively involved so they can answer questions at home and further develop subjects that grab their kids. Classes are held rain or shine and some involve time out in the Zoo, so dress for the weather. The fee of $15 for members / $17 for nonmembers covers up to five family members. Each additional person is $5. Programs take place from 10:00-11:00 a.m. Registration is now open for all classes through March.   

  • Feb 15 Wed - All About Amphibians
    Did you know that the world's amphibians are in crisis? We will learn more about this crisis and about what Sedgwick County Zoo is doing to help and what you and your family can do to make a little piece of paradise for some backyard amphibians!
     
  • Mar 14 Wed - Just the Facts Ma'am
    Reptiles are one of the most misunderstood groups of animals. Shrouded in misconceptions and myths, these animals carry a reputation they do not deserve. We will dispel myths and learn to appreciate our scaly friends who do many a service for us!
     
  • Apr 18 Wed
  • May 16 Wed
  • Aug 15 Wed
  • Sep 12 Wed
  • Oct 17 Wed
  • Nov 7 Wed
  • Dec 12 Wed
Contacts
Cargill Learning Center:  
Sedgwick County Zoo
5555 Zoo Boulevard
Wichita, Kansas 67212
t: (316) 266-8213
f: (316) 712-9867
Hours of Operation
Summer Hours8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
(Beginning March 1)
Winter Hours10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
(Beginning November 1)
Open 364 Days a Year!*
*The Zoo will be closed one day only, September 10, 2011 to facilitate the preparation of the annual Zoo fundraiser, Zoobilee. For Zoobilee ticket information please call 266-8APE (8273).
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