SEA LIFE School Trips
Plan a school trip that dives deep into wonder and discovery
A journey into habitats, adaptations, conservation and curiosity. From underwater tunnels to rainforest corners and polar ice zones, your students will connect with the natural world in ways textbooks can’t match.
- KS1–KS4 Science & Geography
- Admission from £8 per pupil
- Free teacher places
- Two free planning tickets
- Lesson plans + risk assessment included
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Great Savings on our School Packages
- Term-time school rates – Education pricing available on weekdays + free teacher ratios (exclusions apply)
- Flexible booking support – Options to reserve, plan ahead, and confirm closer to your visit
- Free planning visit – Receive two complimentary teacher tickets to carry out pre-visit checks
- Risk assessment support – Downloadable framework to help you plan safely
- Central London location – Easy access on the South Bank, next to major landmarks
- Facilities & logistics – Download a map of our aquarium; nearby outdoor lunch space (no indoor lunch area)
- Curriculum-linked learning – Supports science, geography, and environmental topics
- Teaching resources included – Pre- and post-visit lesson materials available
- Onsite learning activities – Free KS1/2 student activity pack to enhance the visit
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See the ocean through their eyes & watch curiosity take over
- Underwater Tunnels – Walk beneath sharks, rays, and schools of colourful fish
- Rainforest & Polar Zones – Explore different habitats and see how animals survive in extreme environments
- Touch Pools & Interactive Exhibits – Get up close with marine life and spark curiosity
- Animal Behaviour & Adaptation – Observe real-life examples of evolution and survival
- Conservation in Action – Learn how humans impact oceans and what we can do to help
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Why Choose SEA LIFE Aquarium for Your London School Trip?
Want to stretch their imagination? Taking your pupils on a school trip to the SEA LIFE London Aquarium is one of the best ways to extend learning beyond the classroom. On their exciting school trip to London, pupils can dive into the wonders of the deep blue with our interactive aquarium zones, where they can get up close and personal with marine life and the ecosystems of our oceans.
Ideal for pupils aged 3-12, our exhibits and activities offer kids multiple ways to engage with our sea creatures and learn fascinating facts about our oceans. Not to mention, SEA LIFE London is home to the longest coral reef in the UK.
A Lesson Beneath the Waves
From the moment your class arrives, learning comes naturally.
- Step into immersive ocean habitats
- See adaptation and ecosystems up close
- Spark curiosity through real-world discovery
Supported your trip with ready-to-use resources before and after your visit.
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Ready to dive in?
Booking is quick and simple: Choose your date → tell us your group size → provisionally book your visit & plan.
Frequently Asked Questions
To book your school trip, you can fill out an application online or make a reservation here.
Yes, SEA LIFE London Aquarium is fully accessible to students with disabilities, featuring step-free access, lifts to all three floors and accessible toilets.
We don’t have a dedicated lunch room onsite but when the weather is warmer, just a 5-minute walk away is Jubilee Gardens, a perfect spot for a summer picnic and some fresh air. Plan for more sheltered locations on the Southbank if it’s winter or raining.
Please note: once your visit begins, re-entry to SEA LIFE London isn’t possible, so plan your lunch accordingly.
Typically, a school trip to SEA LIFE London costs between £8 and £10 per pupil.
Pre-school aged children are entitled to 1 free teacher for every 3 full paying children. Primary aged school children are entitled to 1 free teacher for every 5 full paying students. Secondary & College aged students are entitled to 1 free teacher in every 10 full paying students.
