Search programs by grade or look at our complete list of school programs offered. Descriptions of each program include grade levels, the appropriate Massachusetts Curriculum Standards, and whether the program is a classroom or field trip activity, and whether or not it features live animals. You can also download our printable Schooling catalog.

School Programs by Grade

Complete List of School Programs

We offer a breadth of school programs, covering animals from jellies, squid, marine mammals, penguins, sharks, whales, and turtles to various habitats from tidepools to the world's deep oceans.

Classroom Programs

These programs occur in a classroom environment at your school. Most are also available as programs for an Aquarium field trip. They provide an intimate, hands-on learning experience.

Assembly and Exhibit Programs

Assembly programs resemble interactive theater and feature audience participation. Exhibit programs feature interactive exhibit areas with hands-on activities.

Aquarium "Free to Learn" Free Admission program

The Aquarium is pleased to underwrite 15,000 free admissions for Massachusetts schoolchildren during the 2008-2009 school year. Our "Free to Learn" program is for schools that demonstrate financial need, as defined by the percentage of students that are eligible for free/reduced lunch.