Eden teaching facilitator with pupils in the Rainforest Biome

Educators' Open Day

Do you work in education in Cornwall or Devon? We're offering you and your loved ones free entry to the Eden Project on 12 or 13 October 2024.

Whether you are in need of creative lesson ideas or exploring school trip opportunities, come and connect with the natural world and discover how you can inspire positive action for the planet in your classroom.

Children in Rainforest playing with water

Pupils looking over the side of Eden's Rainforest Lookout

School group looking at the Eden Project Biomes

Woman looking up at plants as an Eden team member gives a tour

A young boy with face paint looking over the bridge

A group of young pupils stood in a line looking ahead

A group of school pupils standing looking in the direction of the teacher who is pointing

School children with face paints coming through leaves

Teachers writing in chalk on the paths in front of Eden's Biomes

Two school pupils looking at their hands

How it works

Each ticket entitles the individual to free entry to the Eden Project for them and their family for the day (that’s a maximum of one extra adult and two children aged 16 and under). Please book for all members of your family, including children and personal assistants (for those with a disability). Then simply bring the relevant ID with you when you arrive.

Valid for

This offer is valid for all Teachers, Teaching Assistants, Nursery, School, College, University Staff and Home Educators.

Validation

Please bring along proof of employment (eg payslip or photo ID name badge) or, for home educators (if possible), a membership card or confirmation letter your home educate.

How to book

Bookings are now open for our Educators Open Day on 12-13 October. Please book your free entry slot in advance, plus any other tickets you need to purchase.

All tickets must be pre-booked in advance, including those who are visiting for free. Please note that capacity is limited, so book your spot early to avoid disappointment.

Under 5s and Carers / PAs for our disabled visitors are admitted free but will still need a pre-booked ticket.

Activities and resources

School trips to Eden

Our fantastic site offers endless learning opportunities for all ages, and our specially designed curriculum-linked workshops are a great way to make the most of these.

Explore school visits

a group of school pupils stood in a line looking at something in front of them in awe

Virtual workshops

With a virtual workshop delivered live to your school, your class can enjoy a dose of Eden inspiration wherever they are.

See how it works

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Teaching Resources

Our Education Team have put together a range of free curriculum and lesson plans that can help you teach both primary and secondary classes. The subject areas include everything from biology to design.

Choose a resource

Teachers writing and dressed warmly outside at the Eden Project

Professional Development for teachers

Our in-person and online teacher training and school development opportunities are designed to help you get your pupils learning outdoors, in nature and for sustainability.

See what you could do

Curriculum for Nature and Sustainability

We’re working with our friends and partners at Morecambe Bay Curriculum and Sky Primary and Eden Project Nursery to explore how a place-based curriculum with nature and sustainability at its heart can be delivered in harmony with National Curriculum requirements. Contact us to find out more about this work.

Get in touch

Robbie, Eden Schools Team

“ What makes Eden such a great classroom is that you’re immersed in the thing you are learning about. You can see, hear, feel, smell and even taste it. ”

Our educational mission

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We connect people of all ages with the natural world to help them better understand their place within it and play their part in shaping the future.

Find out why