Opening Times

10am - 4pm Winter opening
10am - 4:30pm Summer opening

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

Located just outside the centre of Solihull within Brueton Park we are a vibrant wildlife Centre offering 5 acres of tranquility, the perfect location to relax, enjoy the great outdoors and to learn and discover. Our centre is very child friendly and has a good sized classroom which leads out to an enclosed courtyard space with views of the reserve beyond. The Dragonfly pond is located just outside the centre and provides the perfect pond dipping spot and we also have a tearoom and shop area. Why not treat yourself to a delicious breakfast, lunch or a slice of homemade cake and pick up some bird seed or a little momento of the day. There is also a small woodland play area on site.

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

Students have the opportunity to explore the many different habitats, a pond area, woodlands and grassland whilst learning about the environment they live in and how they have a great influence on it. There are many links to the curriculum.

What are the activities?

Foundation stage: Minibeast Hunt, Nature Walk, Sensory Walk, Crafts, Folklore and Fairytales and Teddy Bear's Adventure.
KS1: Minibeasts, Sensory experience, Beautiful birds, Woodland discovery, Mammal mayhem, Wild about rabbits, Pond dipping, Art in the Wild.
KS2: Food chains and webs, Reuse,Reduce,Recycle, Weather, Glorious Plants, Tree watch, Alternative Energy Technology

What is the age range of the activities?

Pre-school to age 11

Sample programme of the activities:

A typical primary program includes 4x45 minute sessions
Holiday workshops run from 10:30-12 and 1:00-2:30 and include activities on the reserve and a craft making session for the children. They can take their creations home as a lovely reminder of the day. Sessions are diverse, Den building, Alfresco Art, Minibeasts, Folklore and Scarecrow making - there is really something for everyone!

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

Appropriate clothing for being outdoors in all weathers
Sun protection if needed
Packed lunches if required

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

All accompaying adults are free
There is no minimum group size but we have a minimum fee

Do you have or how do you arrange risk assessment?

We have our own risk assessments for all our sessions

Do you offer Teacher familiarisation days?

Teacher's are welcome to come for a pre-visit by apppointment

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

Small Tearoom and shop area

Is specific clothing required?

Weather proof clothing which can get dirty and wellies

Do you have first aid on site?

Education staff are first aid trained

Are there any restrictions on photos, copyright etc?

All copyright to Warwickshire Wildlife Trust

Additional information.

We are also able to come to schools to deliver outreach programs