The National Marine Aquarium is the UK’s largest aquarium, located in Britain’s Ocean City, Plymouth. We are home to over 5,000 marine animals and have around 30,000 students on school visits per year.
Find out how your school can visit, either on a ‘Self led’ Explorer visit or a fully facilitated day complete with an interactive tour and curriculum linked workshop.
A choice of ways to visit
Interactive School Visits (From £6.50 per student)
Why not let us take over for the day? Discover a tailored experience led by our experienced Education Team, who will guide your students through exhibits, emphasizing curriculum connections followed by a workshop. We offer a range of interactive, curriculum-linked school workshops for all ages which can be tailored to focus on specific interests and needs.
Choose from our range of dynamic interactive tours, each designed to engage students while aligning with your specific learning. Our hands-on workshops, held in our dedicated learning centre, cover key curriculum subjects delivered through the lens of ocean literacy.
For the ultimate experience, we recommend a full interactive day that combines a tour with a workshop. However, we’re flexible and can adjust the day to fit your needs.
Ready to start planning? Click below to download our OCT Learning guidebooks, packed with all the details you need, including learning outcomes and curriculum links for each activity.
Self-led ‘Explorer’ Visits (from £5.50 per student)
Perfect for teachers who want to lead their class on a flexible, self-paced journey through the NMA, these visits let you tailor the experience to fit your schedule, educational goals, and interests in our animal exhibits.
Teachers planning to come on an Explorer Visit should book with our Schools Team to enjoy discounted admission, secure bag storage, and a dedicated lunch area. Plus, you’ll receive a free downloadable Explorer Booklet packed with engaging activities and insights to enrich your visit.
Exclusive Explorer Booklets
Click below to download our Explorer Booklets designed for every age group!
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To book, or for more information: Call us at 01752 275 233 or email learning@oceanconservationtrust.org