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Big Schools' Birdwatch 2024

Be part of the UK’s biggest citizen science project for schools and give students a meaningful outdoor learning opportunity. The Big School's Birdwatch is a simple birdwatch survey for pupils to take part in and enjoy together. From 8 January to 19 February 2024. Take part with your class - register and request a free resource now.

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Taking part is as easy as 1,2,3

1 - Register today!

Sign up today and we’ll send you a great pack with everything that you and your class need to take part in Big Schools’ Birdwatch

2 - Get counting

Get counting in your school grounds any time from 8 January to 19 February 2024. Your free pack includes helpful ID resources and handy survey sheets. 

3 - Submit your results online

You can submit your results online now. It’s easy to do with your class interactively on the whiteboard.

Extend your pupils engagement and learning

The Big Schools’ Birdwatch counts as one activity towards the RSPB's free Wild Challenge award. Inspire your pupils to learn through nature by choosing from more than 20 other activities. Tick off another five and you’ll earn your Bronze Award, then work your way up to gold. Take part.

Please consider the environment.