Birmingham Zoo
  • Today's Regular Hours: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Educational Programs

Educational Programs

Education programs are available to school groups with students in grades K-12.

  • Discovery Programs: These age-specific programs take place in a classroom and include interaction with a Zoo Ambassador Animal.
  • Field Experiences: Accompanied by a Zoo Educator, students explore specific areas of the Zoo to learn more about animals.
  • Zoo Labs: Tour and classroom combination, may include habitat chats, biofacts, and career-focused challenges.

Click the link below to explore specific course options available for education programs

Note: To confirm your program, you must sign and return the School Program Payment Policy and pay for your program in full two weeks before your trip. Failure to return a signed School Program Payment Policy or pay for your program in full two (2) weeks before your trip will automatically cancel your program.