Workshops That Make a Real Difference
At ZooLab, we bring the power of animals to support wellbeing, learning and connection. Our bespoke workshops for SEN ASL settings and Care Homes are engaging, gentle and tailored to every individual.
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Our presenting team find working in this area very rewarding - they can see the positive impact these encounters can have, making people's lives better. They are skilled at pitching the session to each kind of audience which gives every ZooLab session a personal touch.
Supporting Wellbeing, Learning & Connection
Animals have a unique ability to engage, comfort and inspire. Our interactive sessions are designed to support physical, emotional and social wellbeing in SEN ASL settings and Care Homes.
Emotional Wellbeing
Reduces stress, anxiety and loneliness while boosting mood and self-esteem
Cognitive Stimulation
Supports focus and memory through hands-on learning
Social Connection
Encourages communication, teamwork and positive interractions
Physical Benefits
Promotes relaxation and wellbeing through gentle interactions
Who We Work With
SEND & ASN Homes
Tailored animal encounters for children and young people.
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ASL & Special Schools
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SEN units and resource bases
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Therapy-led programmes
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Curriculum-filled learning
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Personalised to individual needs
Care Homes
Bringing joy, comfort and connection to older adults.
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Dementia-friendly sessions
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Reduces loneliness
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Stimulates conversation
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Promotes relaxation
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Safe, accessible and engaging
The Benefits of Our Animal Therapy Workshops
Improved Mood & Wellbeing
Reduced Stress
& Anxiety
Encourages Communication
Creates Meaningful Memories
Builds Confidence & Self-esteem
OUR WORKSHOPS:
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Animal Armchair Aerobics
​All ages and abilities
DURATION: 45 - 55 mins
OVERVIEW: Animal Armchair Aerobics encourages gentle exercise from the comfort of your chair with our ZooLab animals!
This workshop stimulates residents and gets them active through animal inspired movements. All whilst learning lots of fun facts about our exotic critters.
Journey Through The Rainforest
​All ages and abilities
DURATION: 45 - 55 mins
OVERVIEW: Our ZooLab Ranger takes residents on a journey through the rainforest - with real rainforest animals!
Experience the drama of the rainforest. From the dark forest floor to the dizzy heights of the emergent layer as you meet some of the animals that live there!
Myths and Legends
​All ages and abilities
DURATION: 45 - 55 mins
OVERVIEW: From Greek mythology to Egyptian legends, this workshop takes you on a mythical journey through time.
Discover the myths and legends that surround our ZooLab animals, as you get up-close and hands on from the comfort of your armchair.
Animal Record Breakers
​All ages and abilities
DURATION: 45 - 55 mins
OVERVIEW: Do you have what it takes to become a record breaker?
This workshop features some of the best runners, jumpers and weightlifters on the planet! Get up-close and hands on with some of our record breaking ZooLab legends and learn about their feats!
Minibeasts
​All ages and abilities
DURATION: 45 - 55 mins
OVERVIEW: Residents get an up-close and hands on introduction to the fun world of invertebrates and classification.
Don't be creeped out by these creepy-crawlies. Find out what minibeasts have inside them and compare and contrast our bodies to theirs as you get hands-on.
Senses & Textures
​All ages and abilities
DURATION: 45 - 55 mins
OVERVIEW: Humans have five senses. Do our ZooLab animals have the same senses? How do their senses help them live in their habitats?
Is a snake slimy? What sound does a cockroach make? Discover as you get up-close and hands-on with our exotic animals.
SEASONAL STORYBOOK WORKSHOPS:
Creepy Crawly Halloween Workshop
All ages and abilities
DURATION: 45 - 55 mins
OVERVIEW: The spooky season has never been creepier or crawl-ier than in our spook-tacular Halloween workshop!
Get up-close with some of our amazing animals. The spookiness doesn't end there... why not cast a spell with your ZooLab Ranger!
The Last Present
​All ages and abilities
DURATION: 45 - 55 mins
OVERVIEW: In this rhyming story book, we join Santa as he searches for the recipient of an undelivered present in his sack.
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As he retraces his route to check everyone has a gift, we visit the homes of our animal friends to see their habitats and how they spend Christmas.
Why Choose ZooLab?
We're the UK's #1 for ethical animal encounters, trusted by schools, care homes and organisations nationwide. ​
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Fully licensed and ensured
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Expert Rangers and animal handlers
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Animals ethically sourced and cared for
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DBS checked and safeguarding trained
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Risk assessed and fully managed sessions
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Supporting conservation and education
"Chris is an amazing ranger, he certainly knew his stuff and his passion for all things wildlife was oozing through him. He was great with all of our residents and in turn they loved him. We can't wait to have him back again.”
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WE CHANGE OUR PRESENTING STLYE BASED ON YOUR SPECIFIC NEEDS
We all know that too much information can be overwhelming! Our presenters cater to the audience and will break down the information into small chunks to suit all learning abilities.
WE WORK WITH YOU TO DETERMINE YOUR GROUPS NEEDS
We ensure our session sizes are small to allow us to cater to all levels of abilities. If you need smaller group sizes, let us know what would work best for your setting.
