On arrival, you will be greeted by your team leader and shown to your designated undercover area. Every school and nursery group is given their own undercover area where they can leave their belongings and eat their lunch, so that you can enjoy your visit whatever the weather.
Schools & Nurseries
We welcome school and nursery groups all year round for fun, hands-on and educational days out at the farm. Please phone the office on 01372 363764 to discuss availability.
The following is a typical itinerary of your school visit:
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The whole group will then be given a health and safety briefing and the structure and timings of the day will be explained.
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The day’s activities will include:
A Small Animal Encounters session
A Tractor and Trailer Ride - lots of animals to see along the way and often great views of London!
A tour of the farm by your team leader (Reception years and older only, unless requested)
Pig Racing - not to be missed!
Lunch
Free Time - an opportunity to visit the animals again or play (PLEASE NOTE THE USE OF OUR INDOOR SOFT PLAY IS NOT GUARANTEED)
Your Booking
Generally, most groups aim to arrive at 10am and depart by 2pm.
Spring and autumn terms are usually quieter. For summer term dates, we recommend booking before February as dates fill quickly.
Teachers are welcome to visit in advance, free of charge, to complete risk assessments. Please call ahead to let us know.
Testimonials
Don’t just take our word for it! See what teachers and group leaders have said about their visits to Bocketts Farm.
Amy was really friendly and welcoming but also very thorough and the children listened very well! Our favourite was the tractor ride! Amy's information she told us was brilliant! Our trip to bocketts has been wonderful. Thanks to all the team and amy.
Alfie was amazing. So engaging! The children have loved their day. Thank you so much.
We loved it all again. Can't wait for it next year (we have already booked!) thank you for being so organised & accommodating.
Ruby was fantastic with the children, really knowledgeable. She was patient and kind, we have had a brilliant day!
School Rates
| Children (2-17 Years) | £11.00 |
| Adults (One adult free per 6 children) | £11.00 |
Please contact our team in the office if you wish to make an educational group booking.
Upon booking, a deposit of £50 is payable. The remaining balance is invoiced on the day.
Health & Safety
Whilst visiting Bocketts is an enjoyable and educational experience, like all farms, it is not one completely free of risks. We have in place a fully comprehensive Health and Safety Policy, with over 200 risk and COSHH assessments, comprehensive staff induction and training programmes, and documented inspection and maintenance schedules.
Whilst carrying out your Risk Assessment for your school visit you may find the following documents useful to you:
Whilst we cannot do your risk assessments for you, the following is a list of the main hazards we have identified in our own risk assessments, which your children may encounter on their visit:
Unsupervised children
Uneven ground surfaces and flints
Moving vehicles and tractors
Fences and gates which are dangerous if climbed upon
Animals with sharp teeth and some with horns
Dogs/cats
Ponds
Infection from animals and their manure
All of these are covered in our Safety Talk (given to the children, parents and teachers on arrival) a script of which is included in your booking confirmation. Teachers should pay special attention to the notes about handwashing.
Teacher Resources
Our fantastic worksheets can be used in the classroom in preparation for, or following, an educational visit. They are password protected and are available to all schools and nurseries who confirm a booking with us.
