School and Youth
Group Programs
Discovery Labs
Provide your students with NGSS-aligned, hands-on programs led by our educators in one of our aquarium classrooms.
Registration for the 2025-2026 school year will be available on August 12, 2025.
Aquarium Express Outreach
Our Aquarium Express van can travel to your school. Students will experience a variety of hands-on Discovery Labs in the comfort of their own classroom.
Registration for the 2025-2026 school year will be available on August 12, 2025.
Self-Guided Visits
Explore Birch Aquarium at your own pace without structured programming or instructors. Offered daily, year-round during regular aquarium hours. Pre-registration is required.
Financial Aid for School and Youth Groups
Birch Aquarium at Scripps believes that every child should have access to high-quality ocean science education. Our goal is to serve as many schools as possible, while providing a unique and stellar learning experience for all students.
The financial aid application for the 2025-2026 school year will be available on August 12, 2025.
Teacher Appreciation Night
Birch Aquarium is excited for our upcoming Teacher Appreciation Night! Discover educational resources for you and your students, connect with fellow educators and explore the aquarium, including Living Seas — our newest exhibition that explores the wonders of the Pacific Ocean.
Save the Date: Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2025. Stay tuned for registration information.
Online Resources
Enjoy, explore, and create with Birch Aquarium's online resources.
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