Bring learning to life through unforgettable Zoo experiences! Designed specifically for homeschool students, these engaging, standards-aligned classes combine science, wildlife, and conservation with hands-on activities, up-close animal encounters, and outdoor exploration.
Students will experience an in-depth exploration of the amazing diversity of mammals and track them from the earth to the sky.
February 9, 2027: Animal Enrichments in Zoos
Discover how Zoo Keepers use special activities, toys, foods, and scents to encourage natural animal behaviors.
April 13, 2027: Rescuing the Wild
Discover how wildlife heroes help protect animals in need! Students will learn about animal rescue, rehabilitation, and conservation efforts while exploring the challenges animals face and how we can help make a difference.
Time: 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Annual Pass Holders: $20.00/per child
Non-Pass Holders: $24.00/per child
Program Registration
Students must be registered for the appropriate age group. Registration is required at least one week in advance. Class size is limited. Classes are subject to cancellation if the minimum number of students is not met one week before the program date. Refunds will not be provided for self-initiated cancellation once registration and payment have been processed.
All programs will begin at 2:00 p.m., however, we ask that parents and students arrive by 1:45 p.m., so we may start the programs promptly at 2:00 p.m. When you arrive, please park in the main parking area and follow the winding path to the Wayne M. Densch Discovery Center, a large yellow building on your right. Your Zoo Teachers will meet you inside the building for check in. This is also where parents will pick up students at the end of each program. All classes are scheduled to begin at 2:00 p.m. and end at 4:00 p.m.
What to Bring
Please bring a refillable water bottle and comfortable closed-toe shoes
Pick Up
A photo I.D. is required at pick up, no exceptions. (Pictures of photo I.D.s are not accepted.) We will ask for a list of individuals who are approved to pick up the student during check-in. However, we will not accept the approved pick-up list prior to the program date.
Liability/Photo Release Form
The following link is for our photo release and liability waiver. Please complete a form for each participant prior to the day of the program. It is only necessary to fill in the form once for the September-May program schedule. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/PT9Q9F9
Refunds and Cancellations
Refunds will not be provided for self-initiated cancellation once registration and payment have been processed. Events with insufficient registration are subject to cancellation or rescheduling.
Should you have any questions in the meantime please contact the Education Registrar at 407-323-4450 ext. 123 or via email at education@centralfloridazoo.org.
Payment
We do accept checks but request that they be hand-delivered the day of your program. We do not accept checks sent through the mail.
Scholarship Reciept for Reimbursement
We can provide Instructor credentials and a detailed receipt as requested. Please email education@centralfloridazoo.org to request these items.
