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, 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

Special topic programs

In addition to our regular offerings we also convene special-topic student summits. Women in Science is a highly popular program held on an annual basis; offerings also include occasional events such as the 2009 Ocean Summit.

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. 

Contact Information

  • To get more information or to book a program, please call Central Reservations at 617-973-5206.
  • If you would like more information on a specific program, please contact Sunnye Dreyfus via email sdreyfus@neaq.org or at 617-973-6596 or Kara Mahoney Robinson via email Kmahoney@neaq.org or at 617-226-2147.