Secondary Schools

Student-Centred Curriculumn-Based Education Activities
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Secondary Schools

We offer a comprehensive programme of activities for Second Level students. Running alongside our wide range of team-bonding adventure activities, we provide field studies, workshops and case-study days designed to reflect and complement themes across Geography, Science, Biology/Ecology, Business and LCVP.

We also encourage schools to take on our exciting adventure activities. We specialise in team-building days with activities that encourage communication, trust, problem-solving and of course lots of fun!

We cater for groups of all sizes (up to 200 depending on activities chosen). Minimum fee is for 20 students.

School Tours

Please see below some options for your group, to book please email your preferred date, package and number of students to info@discoverypark.ie or call 056 4440707. ***Please note that bookings will not be considered confirmed until completed booking form has been returned and deposit taken***

  • Full-day  choose 2 options from A-I
  • Half-day choose 1 option from A-I

 

We can cater for school groups of all sizes (depending on activities selected)

School Packages 2022 - Adventure & Curriculum-linked Activities

Discounted School Saver Rates Quoted (Groups 20+ students)

Estimated Duration: 90 to 120 minutes approx

Price: €22 per person

 Be amongst the first to experience our brand-new Skywalk Challenge High Ropes Course, only available since Feb 2023! This is our latest, greatest flagship activity, providing new thrills and a fresh climbing experience! There are three levels of games and challenges, and multiple routes through the course to try out! Places on this course are expected to fill up so get your class booked to avoid disappointment. *We highly encourage at least one staff member to take part in this activity.

Close-toed shoes essential.

Estimated Duration: 90-120 mins

Price: €22 per person

Package Description: Use your balance and agility to navigate obstacles at 3m and 7m high before taking on Ireland’s longest Zipline with stunning views of our beautiful 80-acre woodland and lakes. Minimum height 1.3m.

Estimated Duration: 120 minutes

Price: €22 per person

Package Description: Choose from Pedal Boats, Kayaks or Canoes for a water-based activity on our picturesque lakes and take on a range of land-based team challenges to build group rapport. Change of clothes/footwear required.

Boats & Canoeing

Estimated Duration:  120 minutes

Price: €22 per person

Package Description: Apply problem-solving skills, teamwork and leadership skills to build a giant working catapult using ropes, poles and group communication.

Estimated Duration: 120 minutes

Price: €17 per person

Package Description: The ultimate challenge combo – build a group dynamic with a series of Archery target games and a variety of fun, exciting team challenges (physical and mental problem-solving).

Estimated Duration: 90 – 120 minutes

Price: €15 per person

Habitat study of the diverse plant and animal life in our woodland ecosystem using a selection of sampling techniques and methods (quadrat surveys, line transect survey, small mammal capture & release, invertebrate capture and identification, food chains etc.).

Secondary Schools

Estimated Duration: 120 minutes

Price: €15 per person

Using our geological samples collection and bedrock geology maps, students will learn about the important geological periods in Castlecomer’s past. Discover rock types, minerals and the rock cycle. A curriculum-linked classroom session, paired with an outdoor archery session.

 

Estimated Duration: 120 minutes

Price: €20 per person

Using our geological samples collection and bedrock geology maps, students will learn about the important geological periods in Castlecomer’s past. Discover rock types, minerals and the rock cycle. A curriculum-linked classroom session, paired with an outdoor set of physical team-building challenges to make the perfect group day out.

 

Estimated Duration: 120 minutes

Price: €15 per person

Case study on the development, organisational structure, employment and management of Castlecomer Discovery Park as a Social-Community Enterprise. Delivered in two parts – a guided walking tour of the site and a sit-down interactive talk with student work booklet.

1998 - Castlecomer Discovery Park

Estimated Duration: 120 minutes

Price: €25 per person

A new programme developed specially for transition years that melds local history, palaeontology, and the important Carboniferous fossils discovered at Castlecomer in the 19th century. Handle real fossils and visit the ‘prehistoric’ section of our museum with a knowledgeable guide. Session can form the basis of a Transition Module. Enjoy it in a package with Ireland’s longest zipline!

Coal Mining Museum

Estimated Duration: 1-2 hours depending on ability.

Price: €3 per person

Orienteering is available as an add-on activity to any of the above packages for just €3 per student.

Two girls Orienteering

Secondary School Individual Activities

Booking Terms & Conditions

  • Minimum group fee is for 20 students.
  • Reservations will be held for a maximum of 7 days. You must contact us within 7 days to confirm/cancel your booking otherwise we may release the spaces to another group.
  • Once a booking is confirmed, the teacher/school must submit final student numbers to us at least 7 days before the booking date otherwise we assume the number booked as the final amount. Please note, this is the final number charged, regardless of reduced numbers or refusals to participate on the day.
  • Teachers must accompany students at all times when onsite.
  • Large groups may be split into smaller groups for activities. We will advise you in advance how many groups there will be. Teachers must provide a list of student names per group upon arrival and are responsible for ensuring students remain in their assigned group throughout the day.
  • Schools will be required to complete a Group Acknowledgement of Risk Form prior to arrival at Castlecomer Discovery Park.
  • All visitors must wear sturdy footwear and bring a raincoat as activities operate regardless of rain. A change of clothes and footwear is required for any water-based activities.
  • If you arrive late, we may not be able to accommodate your group on your chosen activities as we may have another group booked afterwards and it would not be fair to delay their start time. If you are running late, please call us ASAP with a revised arrival time.
  • We advise students and teachers to bring a packed lunch, snacks and water as there is not always food available onsite.

Booking

We can combine packages to tailor-make the perfect itineray for your visit. We have no upper limit on groups sizes! To book please contact us today! info@discoverypark.ie or call 056 4440707.