Due to the Avian Influenza Prevention Zone across the UK our Aviaries and part of the lakes area are closed.

We do NOT have this virus at Raystede. We are still open and welcome visitors to the rest of the site.

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Secondary schools

We come to you

Enjoy a visit from our education team for an one hour activity-packed lesson covering all the things you need to know to be a responsible pet owner
  • Play the which dog game!
  • Explore the dangers of buying pets online
  • Discover the benefits of rescue pets
  • Learn about the importance of neutering and microchipping
  • Free of charge (donations welcome)


Send enquiry

We come to you

Enjoy a visit from our education team for an one hour activity-packed lesson covering all the things you need to know to be a responsible pet owner
  • Play the which dog game!
  • Explore the dangers of buying pets online
  • Discover the benefits of rescue pets
  • Learn about the importance of neutering and microchipping
  • Free of charge (donations welcome)


Send enquiry

Paws to learn

We invite groups at risk of exclusion to engage in outdoor learning which aims to encourage pro-social skills and empathy with animals relating to the responsibilities involved in pet ownership.

  • Help us to collect the eggs from our chickens, make enrichment for our animals, exercise our dogs or ponies, or socialise our cats
  • One hourly sessions available every Wednesday afternoon (during term time)
  • Maximum group size 8 students
  • Led by Raystede's education team
  • Free of charge (donations welcome)
Send enquiry

Learning Online

Work through an interactive lesson to learn all about responsible pet ownership at your own pace
  • Find out which pet would be your perfect match
  • Consider where and how to get your pet
  • Learn all about caring for your pet
  • Complete teacher/student notes provided, no extra resources required.

Can be taught as a whole class activity or individual student-led lesson

Click here to get started

Learning Online

Work through an interactive lesson to learn all about responsible pet ownership at your own pace
  • Find out which pet would be your perfect match
  • Consider where and how to get your pet
  • Learn all about caring for your pet
  • Complete teacher/student notes provided, no extra resources required.

Can be taught as a whole class activity or individual student-led lesson

Click here to get started

Fundraise for us!

Ideas, events and tips to inspire your school, college or nursery to support animals in need!

Fundraising for schools

Meet Albert, who is one of our most heartwarming transformations.

When Albert arrived at Raystede, he was nervous, underweight and suffering with painful patches of dry skin and sore joints.

At Raystede, we don’t just rehome animals, we rehabilitate them first, giving the best chance at a happy and healthy life. From healthcare to behavioural therapy, every step of their journey is carefully guided so they can trust again.

You can make a difference. A gift today will help make sure we can continue to care for all our animals, giving them the love and care they deserve.

Donate