Education Programs

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At Austin Zoo, we are passionate about education and fostering a love for wildlife and nature. Our diverse education programs cater to children, families, homeschool groups and scouts, offering enriching experiences for all ages. From week-long summer camps and school holiday camps for kids to family nature series sessions and engaging field trips, we provide hands-on learning opportunities that inspire curiosity and conservation. Join us to explore, learn and grow while making unforgettable memories at Austin Zoo.

Education Programs

Explore, Learn, Grow

Browse through our education options created for all age groups from stroller to senior.

Questions?

Contact our education department at education@austinzoo.org

Ages 3-5

Want to give your preschoolers an interactive animal filled experience, away from home? Drop them off for a day of movement-based themed games, activities, meeting animal ambassadors, story time and getting to see zoo animals!

Ages 6-8

Formerly Homeschool Nature Series. Students will enjoy meeting our ambassador animals, performing hands-on labs and engaging in interactive lessons where we go in-depth on a range of animal topics!

Ages 9-11

Formerly Homeschool Nature Series. Students will enjoy meeting our ambassador animals, performing hands-on labs and engaging in interactive lessons where we go in-depth on a range of animal topics!

Ages 10 months – 35 months

Young tots and caregivers join us in making animal crafts, reading about our animal friends and exploring the zoo by stroller or little feet!

Ages 3 and up

Families of all sizes are invited to come visit the zoo and enjoy some quality time together, while also having some roaring good fun! Crafts, story time and zoo walks for all ages!

Bring your students to Austin Zoo for an unforgettable educational experience, or request the zoo visit you!

Bring your scouts to Austin Zoo for a memorable and educational experience! Whether you want to reserve a custom scout workshop to meet badge or patch requirements or simply enjoy a fun day of learning, we have a program for you.

We offer engaging and educational outreach programs for community organizations such as churches, public libraries and senior citizen facilities. Our outreach programs are designed to inspire and educate audiences of all ages.

Make your visit to Austin Zoo even more exciting with our downloadable scavenger hunt activity sheets!

Questions?

contact our education department at education@austinzoo.org

Full Schedule of Fall education programs

September:

  • September 22: Family Nature Experience (ages 3 and up)
  • September 30: Junior Zoo School (ages 6-8): Tiny Transformations

 

October:

  • October 8: Critter Crew Preschool (ages 3-5): Tiny Transformations
  • October 10: Zoo Tots (ages 10 months – 35 months): Tiny Transformations
  • October 14: Junior Zoo School (ages 6-8): Frightening Fauna
    October 18: Senior Zoo School (ages 9-11): Frightening Fauna
  • October 20: Family Nature Experience, Creepy Creatures
  • October 22: Critter Crew Preschool (ages 3-5): Frightening Fauna
  • October 24: Zoo Tots (ages 10 months – 35 months): Frightening Fauna

 

November:

  • November 4: Junior Zoo School (ages 6-8): From Bloom to Frost
  • November 8: Senior Zoo School (ages 9-11): From Bloom to Frost
  • November 12: Critter Crew Preschool (ages 3-5): From Bloom to Frost
  • November 14: Zoo Tots (ages 10 months – 35 months): From Bloom to Frost
  • November 17: Family Nature Experience, Hop, Skip, and Jump!
  • November 18: Junior Zoo School (ages 6-8): Hungry Bears & Autumn Appetites
  • November 22: Senior Zoo School (ages 9-11): Hungry Bears & Autumn Appetites

 

December:

  • December 3: Critter Crew Preschool (ages 3-5): Hungry Bears & Autumn Appetites
  • December 5: Zoo Tots (ages 10 months – 35 months): Hungry Bears & Autumn Appetites
  • December 9: Junior Zoo School (ages 6-8): The Tangled Web of Life
  • December 13: Senior Zoo School (ages 9-11): The Tangled Web of Life
  • December 15: Family Nature Experience, Winter Wonders
  • December 17: Critter Crew Preschool (ages 3-5): The Tangled Web of Life
  • December 19: Zoo Tots (ages 10 months – 35 months): The Tangled Web of Life
Questions?

Contact our education department at education@austinzoo.org