The Galapagos Islands

Discover the Galápagos Islands

The Galápagos Islands are a group of volcanic islands in the Pacific Ocean, famous for their amazing wildlife and unique landscapes. Many of the animals found there live nowhere else on Earth.

This topic helps pupils explore the Galápagos Islands as a special place, understand why they are important, and learn how humans can protect fragile environments.

What Is the Galápagos Islands VR Workshop?

The Galápagos Islands VR Workshop is a fully guided, curriculum-linked experience designed for KS2 pupils. Using VR headsets, pupils can:

🌋 Explore volcanic islands in the Pacific Ocean
🐢 Observe giant tortoises and unique wildlife
🐦 See how animals have adapted to their environment
🌊 Discover marine life in surrounding waters
🌍 Learn about conservation and environmental protection

The session is safe, interactive and delivered by trained facilitators.

What Will You Learn?

🌍 Where Are the Galápagos Islands?

Locate the Galápagos Islands on a world map and learn which ocean they are in. Discover how far they are from the UK and why their location is important.

🌋 How Were the Islands Formed?

Learn how volcanic activity created the Galápagos Islands and shaped their dramatic landscapes, including lava fields and rocky coastlines.

🦎 Unique Animals and Plants

Explore famous Galápagos wildlife such as giant tortoises, marine iguanas, blue-footed boobies and finches. Find out why these animals are so special and how they adapted to their environment.

🧠 Charles Darwin and Evolution

Discover how Charles Darwin visited the Galápagos Islands and how his observations helped him develop ideas about adaptation and evolution (age-appropriate and simplified for the different key stages).

🌱 Habitats and Food Chains

Learn about different habitats on the islands and how animals depend on each other for food and survival.

🚢 Humans and the Environment

Find out how people use the islands today, the impact of tourism, and why conservation is important to protect wildlife.

Book the Galápagos Islands VR Workshop

Bring one of the world’s most unique environments into your classroom with our Galápagos Islands VR Workshop.

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  • By the end of this topic, learners should be able to:

    ✔ Locate the Galápagos Islands on a world map
    ✔ Describe how volcanic islands are formed
    ✔ Name animals unique to the Galápagos
    ✔ Explain how animals adapt to their environment
    ✔ Understand why conservation is important

  • This workshop will last approximately 30 - 50-minutes depending on the number of sessions required.

    • KS1 pupils (Years 1-2)

    • KS2 pupils (Years 3–6)

    • Whole classes or small groups

    • Suitable for all abilities

    • No VR experience required

    All equipment is provided, and workshops are delivered by qualified facilitators.

  • Geography

    ✔ Locate places using maps and globes
    ✔ Understand physical features such as volcanoes and islands
    ✔ Study environmental regions and ecosystems

    Science

    ✔ Identify how animals are adapted to their habitats
    ✔ Understand food chains and ecosystems
    ✔ Explore environmental change and conservation

    Cross-Curricular Links

    • English — report writing and persuasive texts

    • Maths — data collection and comparison

    • Art — drawing wildlife and natural environments

    • PSHE — environmental responsibility