South Carolina Aquarium on Charleston Harbor: Education Resources

Education is a vital part of our mission and we strive to provide all students with engaging experiences, combining lessons in biology, environmental science and conservation with exciting opportunities that make learning fun. The South Carolina Aquarium offers endless benefits to school groups, like discount student admission, free onsite bus parking, complimentary standards-based curriculum and unique hands-on educational packages. Walk through our step-by-step field trip planning guide to build the perfect trip for you and your students:

First step in planning a visit, explore the educational exhibits your students will travel through when at the Aquarium. A journey from the mountains to the sea, students can explore on their own or with our grade-specific scavenger hunts. Exhibits	Step two, enhance your field trip to the Aquarium with a standards-based classroom program. Whether you choose a grade-specific A+ Program or apply for the Free Structured School Program, a classroom program will be a great supplement to your science curriculum. Programs	In addition to your visit and classroom program, take your field trip to the next level with adding in a Behind-the-Scenes Tour, Sea Turtle Hospital Tour or 4-D Movie Experience. With options for all ages, these add-ons are sure to make your field trip memorable. Learn more	Now that you have chosen the pieces to your field trip, it’s time to talk payment policy, directions, parking, lunches and orientation. Let us help you make the trip as smooth as possible Learn more

Sleepovers

Does your class more resemble night owls? Well then, experience the Aquarium at night with an education sleepover! Educational yet, adventurous, sleepovers include educational programs, evening snacks and continental breakfast, plus the best view of the Charleston Harbor.
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Homeschoolers

Hands-on learning is essential whether your classroom is in a school or at your home. Dive into special resources just for homeschool instructors. Discover how to book a field trip or access education and conservation resources.
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