Our speakers run activity sessions on a range of animal-related issues, including general animal welfare and pet care. The talks are designed to have strong curriculum links in a range of subjects, including citizenship, PSHE, English and science.Â
Our speakers use a range of resources, including our AnimalKind film, puppets, pictures, games and stories. We involve children in a variety of activities, including listening, watching, discussion and hands-on activities.Â
Yes, all of our activity sessions, cookery demonstrations and resources are free.Â
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Our activity sessions are suitable for Year 1 to Year 6
Sessions usually last 45–60 minutes, but the visit can be tailored to your needs.
Our speakers use our AnimalKind film, which is designed to help primary-school students develop compassion and respect for animals.Â
You can view the film here
Listen to why teachers invite us into their class
We have a range of free lesson plans and resources that are ideal for use following a talk.
Yes. Before the talk, copies of the lesson plan and films are submitted to the teacher for approval.Â
No, Animal Aid does not take live animals into schools. We use videos, puppets, pictures, games and stories.Â
All of our speakers have enhanced DBS certificates.
Most of our speakers are volunteers who have passed our rigorous training course. All are knowledgeable and passionate about the issues and have experience working with young children. They are all trained to deal with the issues raised in a sensitive way and to encourage the pupils to articulate their own views. All speakers have an enhanced DBS certificate.Â
Yes, see our safeguarding statement
For more information on our school speaker service, email natasha@animalaid.org.uk
Simply complete this form or email Karin@animalaid.org.uk