Zip World School Trips offer hands-on and immersive learning opportunities through exhilarating zip lines, captivating treetop challenges and fascinating underground cavern exploration. These real-world experiences allow them to grasp complex concepts tangibly, bringing their studies to life outside the traditional classroom.

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What We Offer Visiting Schools

Zip World Manchester provides schools with an engaging and hands-on learning experience that brings the curriculum to life. Pupils can immerse themselves in thrilling outdoor activities, such as Full Trek Manchester, Mini Trek Manchester, and Treetop Nets Manchester, each designed to enhance their understanding of key concepts. These exciting real-world experiences provide opportunities for students to connect classroom theory with practical applications, making learning both fun and memorable. The educational programmes are fully aligned with the national curriculum and cater to KS2 and KS3 levels, covering a range of subjects including science, geography, teamwork, and environmental studies. Activities are carefully crafted to help develop essential life skills such as self-confidence, resilience, communication, and problem-solving, ensuring that students leave with both knowledge and skills they can apply to future challenges.

Why Choose Us for an Educational Visit

Zip World is an outstanding choice for educational visits due to its unique ability to combine experiential learning with enjoyable, real-world applications. Teachers can seamlessly integrate its programmes into their curriculum, enhancing learning through adventure and exploration. The outdoor setting energises both students and educators, sparking creativity and improving memory retention. Safety is a top priority, with all activities supervised by trained instructors to ensure a secure and enjoyable experience. Inclusivity and accessibility are central to the programmes, enabling students of all abilities to participate fully.

Subjects and Topics Covered

Zip World’s educational programmes cover a range of subjects and topics, including:

● Science: Understanding physics through zip line rides and treetop challenges.

● Geography: Exploring natural woodland settings and fostering environmental awareness.

● Teamwork and Leadership: Developing communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills in group activities.

Accreditation and Awards

Zip World’s educational programmes are aligned with the national curriculum, ensuring they meet recognised educational standards. Additional accreditations or awards can be confirmed upon direct enquiry.

Group Sizes Catered For

The programmes at Zip World cater to a wide variety of group sizes, from small school groups to larger cohorts. Teachers are encouraged to contact the team for specific capacity details.

Itineraries, Resources, and Workshops

Zip World offers pre-planned itineraries tailored to align with the national curriculum and individual school requirements. Educational resources and workshops are designed to provide hands-on, experiential learning opportunities that complement classroom studies.

Risk Assessment

Safety is at the core of every activity at Zip World. Comprehensive risk assessments are conducted, and all activities are supervised by experienced and trained instructors. The environment is carefully managed to ensure a secure yet adventurous experience for all participants.

Education Department Information

The education team at Zip World consists of experienced instructors who are highly skilled in aligning activities with curriculum objectives. Please get in touch with us by email info@zipworld.co.uk, or alternatively call us on 01248 601 444.

Pricing Information

Pricing for educational visits varies depending on group size, chosen activities, and the duration of the visit. Special rates and discounts for schools may be available, and educators can enquire directly for tailored quotes.

Facilities

On-site facilities include outdoor adventure areas, rest zones, and spaces for group activities. Teachers can liaise with the education team to ensure all necessary amenities are available during their visit. The Zip World site is located within Heaton Park and so the facilities are under the parks management.

Accessibility and Disabled Facilities

Zip World is committed to inclusivity, offering accessible programmes that cater to diverse learning needs and abilities. Facilities are designed to ensure all pupils can participate in activities and enjoy a meaningful experience.

Opening Hours

Zip World Manchester operates throughout the year, but activities may be affected by weather conditions and off-peak hours. In cases of adverse weather, adventures may need to be postponed, delayed, or adjusted for safety reasons. If your visit is impacted, the Zip World team will contact you using the details provided during booking.

To ensure a smooth experience, we recommend checking the status of your adventure in advance via the Ride Status tool on the Zip World website.

What to Wear

Please ensure students and staff wear warm, comfortable clothing appropriate for the weather, along with sturdy footwear such as walking boots or trainers. Some activities require arms and legs to be covered, so it’s important to review the specific adventure restrictions when planning your trip.