The Brandywine Zoo's Home School program offers many different subjects as a part of our Zoo Education Programs. Learn about specific subjects and how they relate to wildlife, plants, and zoos overall! Have a WILD adventure while learning about subjects applicable for grades Pre-K through 12. New subjects every season, so be sure to check back frequently!
Program Information
- To register, just fill out the registration form and fax it to 302-571-7787 or send the form to The Brandywine Zoo, Education Department, 1001 North Park Drive, Wilmington, DE 19802. Email all inquiries to Jill.Karlson@state.de.us or call 302-571-7850 x 208.
- Programs may be cancelled due to lack of registration or extreme weather.
Special Programs
Thursday, February 16: 10:00am - 12 noon
Celebrating Africa!
All Ages
Teachers, Parents, Care Givers, celebrate the wild wonder that is Africa! Learn about African animals, meet some that reside at the Brandywine Zoo, enjoy African arts, crafts, stories, and music! Celebration takes place in the zoo, so dress for the weather. Registration Required by noon on February 14th. Fee: $2 per person! To register click here.
Friday, April 20: 10am - 1pm
Earth Day Event for School Groups!
Ages 3 and up
Educators and students, spend the morning learning about the "Beauty of Bats" at Brandywine Zoo's annual Earth Day Celebration! 2012 is The Year of the Bat and we are dedicating a Party for the Planet intended to inspire students to become champions of our wild, and delicate bat friends! The day will include various fun bat and pollinator-related activity stations, games, crafts, and much more...ALL meeting many science standards! Celebration takes place in the zoo, so dress for the weather. Registration strongly suggested, walk-ins welcome. Pre-registration required by April 13th. Special Pre-registration Fee: $2.00 per person includes zoo admission and program. To register click here.
Tod-ZOO-lers & Preschool Programs For ages 18 months - 3 years

Thursday, March 1: 10:00am - 11:00am
Tod-ZOO-lers: Tigers
Ages 18 months - 3 years
Spring into action and join us for a special program just for toddlers! Learn about our Tiger-iffic cat, Zhanna! Registration strongly suggested, walk-ins welcome if space is available. Program begins in the Education Building. One adult is free for each paid participant. Fee: $8 per child per program/$6 per child per program for Delaware Zoological Society Members. Program may be altered or cancelled due to inclement weather! To register click here.
Tuesday, March 6: 10:00am - 11:00am
Preschool Program: Tigers
Ages 3 years to 6 yrs
Preschoolers, bring your grown-up and head to the zoo for a morning of tiger talk, walk, and activities! Learn why these cool cats are totally terrrrific! Registration strongly suggested, walk-ins welcome if space is available. Program begins in the Education Building. One adult is free for each paid participant. Fee: $8 per child per program/$6 per child per program for Delaware Zoological Society Members. Program may be altered or cancelled due to inclement weather! To register click here.
Thursday, March 8: 10:00am - 11:00am
TodZOO-lers: Bobcats
Ages 18 months - 3 years
Spring into action and join us for a special program just for toddlers! Learn about our Bright Bobcat! Registration strongly suggested, walk-ins welcome if space is available. Program begins in the Education Building. One adult is free for each paid participant. Fee: $8 per child per program/$6 per child per program for Delaware Zoological Society Members. Program may be altered or cancelled due to inclement weather! To register click here.
Tuesday, March 13: 10:00am - 11:00am
Preschool Program: Bobcats
Ages 3 yrs to 6 years
Preschoolers, bring your grown-up and head to the zoo for a morning of bobcat talk, walk, and activities! Learn why these cool cats are blaringly bright! Registration strongly suggested, walk-ins welcome if space is available. Program begins in the Education Building. One adult is free for each paid participant. Fee: $8 per child per program/$6 per child per program for Delaware Zoological Society Members. Program may be altered or cancelled due to inclement weather! To register click here.
Tuesday, March 27: 10:00am - 11:00am
Tod-ZOO-lers: Serval
Ages 18 months to 3 years
Spring into action and join us for a special program just for toddlers! Learn about our Super Serval, Savannah! Registration strongly suggested, walk-ins welcome if space is available. Program begins in the Education Building. One adult is free for each paid participant. Fee: $8 per child per program/$6 per child per program for Delaware Zoological Society Members. Program may be altered or cancelled due to inclement weather! To register click here.
Thursday, March 29: 10:00am - 11:00am
Preschool Program: Serval
Ages 3 yrs to 6 years
Preschoolers, bring your grown-up and head to the zoo for a morning of serval talk, walk, and activities! Learn why these cool cats are super stealth! Registration strongly suggested, walk-ins welcome if space is available. Program begins in the Education Building. One adult is free for each paid participant. Fee: $8 per child per program/$6 per child per program for Delaware Zoological Society Members. Program may be altered or cancelled due to inclement weather! To register click here.
Tuesday, April 17: 10:00am - 11:00am
Tod-ZOO-lers: Ocelot
Ages 18 months to 3 yrs
Spring into action and join us for a special program just for toddlers! Learn about our awesome ocelot, Ramone! Registration strongly suggested, walk-ins welcome if space is available. Program begins in the Education Building. One adult is free for each paid participant. Fee: $8 per child per program/$6 per child per program for Delaware Zoological Society Members. Program may be altered or cancelled due to inclement weather! To register click here.
Thursday, April 19: 10:00am - 11:00am
Preschool Program: Ocelot
Ages 3 yrs to 6 years
Preschoolers, bring your grown-up and head to the zoo for a morning of ocelot talk, walk, and activities! Learn why these cool cats are utterly awesome! Registration strongly suggested, walk-ins welcome if space is available. Program begins in the Education Building. One adult is free for each paid participant. Fee:$8 per child per program/$6 per child per program for Delaware Zoological Society Members. Program may be altered or cancelled due to inclement weather! To register click here.
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