The programme will run between Monday 09th - Friday 13th September 2024

Secrets of Trees (P1-3)

Use your senses and observation skills to find out secrets of the trees and why they are an important part of our world. Enjoy a journey through the garden to discover something special about each part of a tree – from root to leaf – and learn more about what they do.

Teacher info sheet P1-3

Mapping Our World (P4-7)

Explore different ways of experiencing your local habitat and find out some of the ways that environmental factors shape the biodiversity and the landscapes we live in. Practice creative mapping techniques and learn how to represent and connect to your surroundings in surprising and meaningful ways.  

Teacher info sheet P4-7

Both workshops consist of two half day components: an outdoor session and an art session

Full day workshop: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
(arrival time includes time for a snack/toilet break at start, programme starts at 10.30 am)

Both workshops consist of two half day components: an outdoor session and an art session

Each School can book two groups at the same session slot.

To book, please complete our online Booking Request Form - bookings open soon

Each School can book two groups at the same session slot.

All bookings for Schools’ Week are co-ordinated through the Education Office at the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh.

If you have any enquiries, please contact the office at schools@rbge.org.uk

Supported by Players of the Postcode Lottery.

A bus bursary is available, supported by Players of the Postcode Lottery.

All enquiries should be directed to schools@rbge.org.uk 

Download our Risk Assessment for Benmore schools's week visits.