S.O.S. Education Department

Welcome to the Education pages for Suffolk Owl Sanctuary - here you can find information about:

Days Out at S.O.S.
Outreach Visits
Virtual Sessions Online
Further and Higher Education
Projects
Home Education Days
Studying Owl Pellets
Home Fun for Kids!
Resources

Meet the Team

Susan joined Suffolk Owl Sanctuary as Education Officer in July 2020. With previous experience in a similar Zoo based role, youth work and teaching experience, as well as a wealth of experience conducting fieldwork on birds and other native wildlife, she is keen to share this knowledge with schools, home educators and youth groups.

Bethany started working as part of the Suffolk Owl Sanctuary team in 2020. During that time she has played a valuable role in meeting and greeting visitors as part of our Admin team and hosting our Children's Parties. She has also taken on a supportive role with the Education Team, helping to deliver activities both on and off site. With previous experience working and volunteering with a variety of people she is eager to help promote conservation and the importance of nature to everyone!

Dolly joined Suffolk Owl Sanctuary in 2020, initially as a volunteer, but began working at the centre on the Bird team the following spring. Having worked in primary schools during university, and leading animal courses and experiences in more recent roles, she has always enjoyed engaging with young people and inspiring a connection to nature and animals.

Jade started at Suffolk Owl Sanctuary in 2021 on a work placement for her Animal Studies course at college. She joined the team as a trainee that summer, then returned as a member of staff in 2022. Jade is a keen wildlife photographer and has always wanted to teach others the importance of what we do and how that can impact the environment.

Izzy joined Suffolk Owl Sanctuary in 2020, volunteering alongside her degree. Upon graduating, Izzy joined us as Trainee, before being hired as a full time Animal Trainer and Presenter, and uses her creativity to invent new enrichment devices that encourage our birds’ natural behaviours. She uses her camera trapping experience to monitor the progress of our Raptor Hospital patients, which she researched for her dissertation. Izzy loves an underdog and voices her passion for unloved or misunderstood species, such as our vultures.

We can cater for Special Education Needs groups, and can provide additional support (such as a sign language interpreter and photos/ schedules for autistic children) by prior arrangement. Please contact Susan on susan@owlbarn.co.uk to discuss your requirements.

Feedback

We value feedback from teachers and group leaders who organise a visit or session with us, purchase our pellets or use our worksheets and other resources for learning activities. All forms returned to us will be entered into a prize draw to WIN a FREE Owl Adoption for your class or group.
If you require a Feedback Form, please contact Susan on education@owlhelp.org.uk