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SCHOOL VISITS

LEARNING ON THE FARM

Discover the World of Farming in the Heart of North Yorkshire.

STANDARD VISITAROUND 2 HOURS
GROUP SIZEUP TO 30
STANDARD RATE£17.50 PER CHILD

BRING LEARNING TO LIFE AT YOLK FARM

Educational School Visitsis

Escape the classroom and immerse your students in the vibrant world of Yolk Farm. Come to our award-winning farm in North Yorkshire for a hands-on learning experience your students will love. More than just a farm shop, we're a real working farm where students can learn about animals, food and nature.

Meet our hens, alpacas, goats and pigs! Our visits link to what your students learn in subjects like Science, Geography and Food.

PLANNING SUPPORT Session plans and risk assessments are available on request.
Educational school visits at Yolk Farm

WHY YOLK FARM

Real experiences. Real learning.

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Real farm fun

Learning comes to life!

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Get involved

Hands-on activities make learning fun.

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Award-winning

You can trust our quality.

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Flexible

We can tailor visits to your needs.

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Fits the school curriculum

Supports what they learn in class.

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Learn about nature

Discover sustainable farming and animals.

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Safe and welcoming

We're experienced with school groups.

School visit at Yolk Farm

WHAT STUDENTS EXPERIENCE

From eggs and animals to sustainability

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Learn about how we get eggs and farm sustainably.

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Meet our friendly farm animals up close.

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See how food gets from the farm to our plates.

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Discover why different plants and animals are important.

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Take part in activities linked to their schoolwork.

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Enjoy being outdoors on a real farm.

CHOOSE YOUR SESSION

Learning shaped to each key stage

Different sessions are linked to the National Curriculum and designed for different age groups.

KS1 AND KS2

The Farm Adventure: Eggs and Animals

Embark on an exciting guided tour exploring egg production and how Yolk Farm cares for its animals. Students discover the important roles of different farm animals, get up close with hens and other friendly residents, and bring Science and Geography to life through a hands-on understanding of the natural world and animal welfare.

FOCUSEgg production, animal welfare, roles of farm animals and connection to nature
CURRICULUMScience (Animals including humans), Geography (Human and physical geography) and PSHE (Understanding the world)
KS3 AND KS4

Investigating Egg Production: A Farm-Based Inquiry

This inquiry-based session explores egg production through questions, observation and potential data collection. Students can investigate hen behaviour, egg quality and environmental factors, discussing how diet may affect egg quality, the relationship between hen welfare and productivity, and the challenge of balancing production demands with sustainability goals.

FOCUSScientific inquiry, potential data collection, critical thinking, animal behaviour and production factors
POTENTIAL LINKSScience (Biology and Working Scientifically), Geography (Research Skills) and potentially Maths (data analysis)

PLAN YOUR SCHOOL VISIT

Everything you need before the big day

From timings and supervision to lunch, accessibility and safety, here are the practical details supplied for school visits to Yolk Farm.

DURATION

Around 2 hours

Standard visits are approximately 2 hours, fitting neatly into a school day. Full or half-day options are also available, combining engaging sessions with relaxed free time.

LUNCH

Picnic space provided

Schools are warmly invited to use the designated indoor or outdoor picnic areas for lunch.

GROUP SIZE

Up to 30 students

The maximum group size is 30 students to help ensure a high-quality, engaging experience. For larger groups, please get in touch to discuss what may be possible.

SUPERVISION

Adult-to-child ratios

KS11 adult per 6 children
KS2 and above1 adult per 10 children
COST

£17.50 per child

The standard rate is £17.50 per child. Accompanying adults are welcomed free of charge.

PAYMENT

Paid in advance

Once your booking is confirmed, an invoice will be sent and payment is required in advance to secure the visit.

CANCELLATIONS

One month's notice

A minimum of one month's notice is requested for cancellations. Cancellations made with less than one month's notice may be subject to the full booking fee.

SEND

Inclusive and accessible

Please discuss any specific requirements for SEND students when booking so appropriate support and adjustments can be put in place.

HEALTH AND SAFETY

A safe, prepared visit

Risk assessment

The farm is fully risk assessed and copies of the risk assessment documents are available on request.

On-site support

Yolk Farm's team are first-aid trained and on site to assist during your visit.

What to wear

Visitors should wear appropriate outdoor clothing and sturdy, closed-toe footwear, as farm environments can be muddy and uneven.

Handwashing

Handwashing stations with soap and water are located around the farm. Thorough handwashing is required after contact with animals, with hand sanitiser available as an additional precaution.

BOOK YOUR VISIT

Ready to bring learning to life?

Ready to inspire your students with a memorable and educational farm visit? Use the booking form to start planning your visit, or get in touch if you would like to discuss your group's requirements first.

Yolk Farm outdoor learning area