We run annual Schools' week for primary classes at Dawyck Botanic Garden. This usually takes place in early Autumn.
If you would like to join the mailing list and receive updates about Dawyck Schools' Week 2025, please email schools@rbge.org.uk.
Dawyck Schools' Week
Dawyck Schools' Week 2025
The 2025 programme will run one week in early Autumn.
Programme for 2025 coming soon
Programme for 2024
Secrets of Trees (P1-3)
Use your senses and observation skills to find out secrets of the trees and why they are an important part of our world. Enjoy a journey through the garden to discover something special about each part of a tree – from root to leaf – and learn more about what they do.
Mapping Our World (P4-7)
Explore different ways of experiencing your local habitat and find out some of the ways that environmental factors shape the biodiversity and the landscapes we live in. Practice creative mapping techniques and learn how to represent and connect to your surroundings in surprising and meaningful ways.
Morning session 10.00am - 12.00pm
(the arrival time includes time for a snack/toilet break at start, the programme starts 10.30am)
Afternoon session 12.30pm - 02.00pm
Each School can book two groups at the same session slot.
Limited indoor lunch space will be available during Dawyck schools' week, please email us on schools@rbge.org.uk to check availability and book the space.
Outdoor lunch space is also available.
Please complete our online Booking Request Form - bookings open later in 2025
All bookings for Schools’ Week are co-ordinated through the education office at the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh.
If you have any enquiries please contact the office at schools@rbge.org.uk
The Programme is free, supported Players of the Postcode Lottery.
A bus bursary is available, supported by Players of the Postcode Lottery.
All enquiries should be directed to schools@rbge.org.uk
Download our Risk Assessment for Dawyck schools' week visits.