For young aspiring herpetologists, entomologists, biologists, conservationists, naturalists and animal keepers
For young aspiring herpetologists, entomologists, biologists, conservationists, naturalists and animal keepers
"Black Cricket Kids Club inspires, motivates and entertains children"
W.C Fields was once quoted as saying "never work with animals and children". We do both and we love it!!
Fun, educational, entertaining sessions are planned and organised by an outstanding qualified science teacher with specialisms in specific areas of animal care, herpetology and entomology. Has also worked in animal rescue and a zoo
Practical learning not classroom teaching
Building on and developing new skills, knowledge and understanding of the world
Children are encouraged to participate in all activities but there are standalone activities provided in the sessions should they decide to 'opt out'
Hourly sessions
Visits out during the school holidays to wildlife parks, nature reserves and Sea Life Centre
Visits to us delivered as educational talks, exhibitions and animal handling experiences
Activities with DWAs (Dangerous Wild Animals)
"Show and Tell" sessions to bring your own pet
Opportunities for the children to demonstrate what they have learnt in the sessions in exhibitions and shows
Competitions and animal-themed prizes
Children with special educational needs and disabilities are warmly welcomed. Sessions are inclusive and differentiated to meet their needs
The health and safety of yourselves your children and ourselves is paramount therefore full risk assessments are completed
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Registration is required
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Shortstown Village Hall
Southcote, Shortstown, Bedford, MK42 0QL
1st Wednesday of every month (except school holidays)
4.30pm - 5.30pm
UNFORTUNATELY WE ARE UNABLE TO HOLD THE SHORTSTOWN SESSIONS FOR THE FORESEEABLE FUTURE. WE APOLOGISE FOR THIS AND ARE CURRENTLY LOOKING FOR ANOTHER LOCAL VENUE.
St Neots Scout Hall
Bedford Street, St Neots, PE19 1AX
1st Friday of every month (except school holidays)
7pm - 8pm
The session on 4th October will not be going ahead. We apologise for any inconvenience but we will be back on 1st November.
Clifton Community Centre
Whiston Crescent, Clifton, SG17 5HJ
3rd Friday of every month 6.30pm - 7.30pm (except school holidays)
ALL CHILDREN WHO ARE MEMBERS OF BCKC ARE WELOME TO ATTEND THIS SESSION
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The sessions in Great Denham are currently not running.
Due to the response we had at Flitwick library during the school holidays, we are once again considering a session either in Ampthill or Flitwick. If you would like your child to attend a session, please let us know! We are seriously considering this once again but will need a good number of children (minimum of 10 per session).
Weekend sessions. Is your child interested in attending a weekend session? Please let us know as we have been considering this for a while. It will have quite a bit of emphasis on animal care and welfare and it may help aspiring zoo keepers, vets etc!
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Unfortunately, at this current time (November 2018) we will be unable to continue to provide BCKC sessions at the designated venues during the school holidays.
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As a member of the Black Cricket Kids Club, your child will be able to attend any or all of the sessions held in any of the locations!
If you have pre-school aged children we are currently planning and organising fun and interactive sessions and will release further details soon ~ Black Cricket Pre-Schoolers.
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Register your interest in the Club now by completing the form below (scroll right down)
We are organised and run as 'not-for-profit. Proceeds go to supporting animal rescue.
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In the sessions
In the sessions
we learn about:
amazing animals
habitats
different places around the world
animal behaviour
welfare
genetic management
ecology
conservation
we do:
fun activities
trails
games
arts and crafts
animal interaction
animal handling
building enrichment
creating wildlife homes
bush craft
Children aged 5 - 13* years old
Children aged 5 - 13* years old
Crickets ~ Year 1 (5 - 6yrs)
Hoppers ~ Year 2 (6 -7yrs)
Morios ~ Year 3 (7 - 8yrs)
Dubias ~ Year 4 (8 -9yrs)
Springtails ~ Year 5 (9 - 10yrs)
Locusts ~ Year 6 - end of Year 9 (10 - 13yrs *children may be 14 at the end of this year but still welcome)
Sessions are for children aged 5 - 13. Although sessions are for mixed ages and abilities we differentiate to meet the needs of all children.
Children with SEN are very welcome. We would be happy to discuss your child's needs so that they are full integrated into our sessions. We may also be able to support your child to meet their IEP / PEP targets.
Sessions are cross curriculum
Sessions are cross curriculum
Sessions will help to develop skills in:
science
geography
literacy
numeracy
independent and team-based working
problem solving
time management
public speaking
Visits to us and visits out
Visits to us and visits out
Visit to us:
animal keepers
It's A Bug's World Exhibition
herpetologists
entomologists
pet charities
wildlife charities
Visits out:
walks in the local area
zoos / wildlife parks
behind the scenes at a wildlife park
activities with DWAs (Dangerous Wild Animals)
nature reserves
Sea Life Centre
For the parents & carers
For the parents & carers
Parents and carers are welcome to have a drink and chat with other parents and carers while the sessions are on. An area for parents and carers is provided in the same room but away from session area.
Parents and carers are also welcome on our walks and visits out.
Fees
Fees
To attend the sessions your child needs to be currently registered with us. .
Initial registration per child: £15*
Session fee per child: £5.00
Session fee per each additional child from same family: £3.00
*Each new registration includes a Kids Club t-shirt and Animal Explorer card.
Money from the fees go towards animal rescue and the ongoing research and education of animal species (predominantly reptiles, amphibians, chelonian and invertebrates species)
Fees
Fees
Compare the our service packages and find the best fit for you.
Compare the our service packages and find the best fit for you.
Initial Registration for one child
Initial Registration for one child
£15
£15
This is for the first year, payable after the "taster" session has been attended or after the first club session has taken place
Black Cricket Kids Club t-shirt
Animal Explorer card
Regular communications
Discounts on some products and services
"Pay As You Go" Session fee for one child
"Pay As You Go" Session fee for one child
£5
£5
each addition child from same family £3.00
Payable at each session "pay as you go"
Fun
Inspiring
Motivating
Learning
Black Cricket Kids Club Merchandise
and other items
Black Cricket Kids Club Merchandise
and other items
T-shirts
Caps / sun hats
Bags
There will be animal gifts and other items such as full bearded dragon set ups occasionally for purchase during the sessions
Black Cricket Kids Club
Black Cricket Kids Club
Please register your interest using the form to the right if you would like your child / children attending the sessions. This will ensure that we can notify you of the venue, the dates that the sessions will begin, and send you the necessary forms to complete for registration.
If your child is older than 13 years old and they are interested in a variety of animals, we would like to hear from you. Please complete the form but in the "Other Information" box, please indicate the animals that they are interested in, what they would like to do within a club and if they have any dreams and aspirations to work in an animal field in the future. We may be able to offer volunteering opportunities.
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