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The Garden's school programs introduce children to the wonders of nature through interactive learning experiences. We hope to encourage a lifelong interest in plant science and ecology by fostering an appreciation and understanding of the natural world.

California Common Common Core State Standards, California Environmental Education Initiative (EEI), and Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS).

 

2019-2020 School Program Guide

Topics addressed during our school programs include: structure, function, and growth requirements of plants; ecology and adaptations; and Chumash uses of native plants.

Tour Discounts

Classes with over 50% of students on free or reduced lunches are eligible to receive a 50% reduction on tour fees as well as a reimbursement on bus costs. Financial assistance requests will be processed on a first-come, first-serve basis as funding is available.

Reservations

For questions about school tours, please contact [email protected] or call (805) 682-4726 ext. 160. Tour payment is due 30 days after you make your reservation. Cancellations must be received at least two weeks prior to tour for a full refund. Cancellations within two weeks of your tour date will receive a 75% refund.

School Program Registration Request

Program Selection

Please choose a tour focus or let the Garden choose for you. Themes are based on NGSS Crosscutting Concepts and do not apply for Chumash Uses of Native Plants tours.
Classroom visits take place in the afternoons with their Garden tour scheduled the following Wednesday. Classroom visits are only available for groups within a 15 mile radius of the Garden.

Date & Time

Tours are held on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, October-June, for up to 30 students. Groups that wish to schedule a classroom pre-visit must schedule their Garden tour on a Wednesday.

Late start is only available for schools outside of Santa Barbara and Goleta.

School & Class Information

(xxx) xxx-xxxx ext. xxx
Max 30 students per day

Contact Information

Primary Contact

The primary contact is responsible for the reservation.

(xxx) xxx-xxxx
(xxx) xxx-xxxx

Day-Of Contact

The day-of contact is an adult who will be with the tour on the day of your visit and may be different from the primary contact. It is necessary to provide a cellphone number in case of last minute cancellations or emergencies.

(xxx) xxx-xxxx

Additional Information

Please provide any additional information that will help our docents prepare for your tour.

Financial Assistance

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Please enter the percentage of students enrolled in federal free or reduced price meal program.