School visits to Kew Gardens
Kew Gardens is the perfect outdoor classroom for exploring plant science and the natural world. We welcome schools, SEND groups, home educators, and other educational organisations.
What we offer
- Curriculum-linked sessions (EYFS–KS5) – led by expert Kew teachers.
- Self-led visits – explore the Gardens at your own pace with supporting materials.
- Specialist programmes – SEND sessions and CPD for ITT providers and individual teachers.
How to book
- Browse education sessions by key stage.
- Check prices, planning and practical information – everything you need to plan your visit.
- Book your visit – receive two teacher planning passes with your tickets.
We currently have good availability for both self-led visits and visits with education sessions.
Everything you need for a visit
Book an education session
Hands-on, curriculum-linked sessions led by Kew’s expert teaching team. Suitable for all ages, abilities, and learning needs.
Plan your visit
Essential information for organising a school visit, including prices, health and safety, preparing your pupils and adults, and what to do on the day.
Downloadable activities for your visit
Find downloadable activities to help you make the most of your school visit in the Gardens and beyond.
Bring Kew into your classroom with Endeavour
Endeavour is a free, interactive library of teaching resources for all key stages, plus a green careers hub and professional development.
Competitions, challenges and resources
Run an Endeavour competition with your class and be in with a chance of winning £1000 for your school. Choose from our library of classroom activities to bring plant science to life.
Green careers hub
Inspire school pupils to cultivate a career in science, horticulture and the natural world.
CPD hub
Designed to enrich your teaching of plant and environmental science, with a focus on climate change.
