School Field Trips
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Teachers, check out our special offer for complimentary admission.
School Field Trip
School groups are eligible for a special rate of $120 per class (up to 30 students). This special rate is available during the regular school calendar year, not including weekends and holidays.
To qualify, your class must represent:
- A full-time elementary or secondary school in Canada that is registered with your province’s Ministry of Education,
OR - A childcare centre licensed by Ontario’s Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services
To receive this discount at the time of your visit, please book your field trip in advance online.
Earth Matters
- Grade 1: Life Systems: Needs and Characteristics of Living Things; Matter and Energy: Energy in Our Lives
- Grade 2: Life Systems: Growth and Changes in Animals
- Grade 3: Life Systems: Growth and Changes in Plants
- Grade 4: Life Systems: Habitats and Communities
- Grade 5: Earth and Space Systems: Conservation of Energy and Resources
- Grade 6: Life Systems: Biodiversity
- Grade 7: Life Systems: Interactions in the Environment; Earth and Space Systems: Heat in the Environment
- Grade 8: Earth and Space Systems: Water Systems
Survival
- Grade 1: Life Systems: Needs and Characteristics of Living Things
- Grade 2: Earth and Space Systems: Air and Water in the Environment
- Grade 3: Structures and Mechanisms: Strong and Stable Structures
- Grade 4: Life Systems: Habitats and Communities
- Grade 5: Life Systems: Human Health and Body Systems; Structures and Mechanisms: Forces Acting on Structures
- Grade 6: Life Systems: Biodiversity
- Grade 7: Life Systems: Interactions in the Environment
- Grade 8: Earth and Space Systems: Water Systems
School Field Trip FAQs
How long should I plan my field trip for?
The overall experience at CF Sherway Gardens takes approximately 2 hours. We recommend school groups plan for up to 2 hours to fully explore the exhibits and participate in activities at a comfortable pace.
Is bus parking available?
No, there is no designated parking for buses. Please ask your driver to drop your group off near Entrance 7 of the mall.
Where is Entrance 7?
Entrance 7 is located close to Honestly Good Chicken Fingers. If you have booked a school field trip, please use this entrance and then walk a short distance through the mall toward the main entrance of Ontario Science Centre Experiences.
How many adults can accompany a school group for free?
For groups with students 3-12 years of age, one adult for every 10 students is required. For groups with students 13-17 years of age, one adult for every 15 students is required.
A maximum of one adult for every two students can accompany a school group for free. If you have more than the above ratio, you will need to pay the regular admission fee for any additional adult.
Are there lockers?
There are no lockers available, but there are storage bins available that can be used for bags and coats.
Can we bring food and drinks?
Yes, there is a dedicated lunch area for school groups that includes tables, chairs, garbage/recycling/green bins as well as bins that can be used for bags and coats.
How is payment facilitated?
Please check your confirmation email and bring payment for the full amount on the day of your visit. Accepted methods of payment include credit card, P-card, valid PO (TDSB only), or cash.
What’s the cancellation and booking modification policy?
Once your booking is confirmed, you must notify us of any cancellations or changes by 4 p.m. on the Wednesday one week before your visit date. School rates are based on a flat rate of $120 for up to 30 students. Increases in student numbers may incur an additional cost and will be subject to availability.
Contact Information:
School Bookings
416-696-3140
schoolbookings@osc.on.ca