Opening Times

School Visits Term time Mon - Friday 9.30am-4.30pm
Visitor centre Weekends 1.30pm - 4.30pm and Bromley school holidays Mon, Wed, Friday 1.30pm - 4pm

What makes this a great venue for School group Fun or Educational Visits?

The env. education centre is a straw bale building with many environmental features including a living roof.It is based on a 200 acre Nature Reserve featuring a variety of habitats. It is also close to where Charles Darwin lived and where he carried out some of his scientific research with John Lubbock who previously owned High Elms .

What are the Curriculum Topics or Benefit to the students from a visit?

The staff catering for school visits have qualifications in Ecology and Environmental science ,qualified teachers and many years of field work experience.

What are the activities?

A variety of activities are offered see website www.bromley.gov.uk/beeche

What is the age range of the activities?

2yrs and upwards.

What materials to you provide or suggest groups bring to support the visit?

All materials for the visit are provided.
Packed lunches and appropriate clothing are all that the group needs to bring.

What are the minimum and maximum group sizes and the free Teacher Ratio?

Teachers and adults with visiting groups are free.
1:5 children is suggested ratio
Maximum group size is 35 children. A levels Max is 18.

Do you have or how do you arrange risk assessment?

All actvities are Risk Assessed.

Do you offer Teacher familiarisation days?

Teachers are welcome to come on a pre-visit after 3pm Mon-Friday.

What facilities are there for school groups for food and drink, shop etc?

There are two teaching rooms , cloakrooms and toilets.
There is a small cafe but groups are advised to bring own packed lunch unless pre-arranged food with the cafe. 01689 855439

Is specific clothing required?

Clothing appropriate for out door learning.

Do you have first aid on site?

Both teachers are first aid trained.