Our Schools Online Learning Area is blooming with a variety of learning resources to help young people and their educators discover the fascinating world of plants. Have fun and adventures while learning about the important work of the botanic gardens.

We have a mix of learning resources and plant adventures for lower and upper primary children; secondary and young adults; educators; and families. Explore the relevant section above to find out which resources might be suitable for you and/or your class. Each resource opens in a new tab within our learning platform called 'PropaGate Learning', the Schools area is all free and open access (no account needed!). 

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Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh invites you to discover what plant science is all about, different career opportunities available, and the vital role plant scientists play. This free online course is ideal for secondary school pupils, school leavers, young adults and anyone curious!  

Through a mix of interactive activities this course is your space to discover, explore and reflect if plant science is a career area for you. You'll also get the inside scoop as plant scientists at the Botanics share their experiences and insights directly with you! We will dig into questions such as: 

• What is plant science? 
• What science happens in our Botanic Garden? 
• What is it like to be a plant scientist and is it for me? 
• What are the next steps for growing a career in plant science?  

Plus, experience going on your own scientific field trip!  

This resource is part of our 'Next Gen: Careers Hub'. Open the door to the outdoors and see what opportunities you find...