RSPB Big Schools’ Birdwatch

RSPB Big Schools' Birdwatch 2027 (provisional): 5 January - 12 February 2027

Moves annually, always first half of spring term.

Join thousands of other schools to find out which birds visit your school grounds.

Taking part is as easy as 1, 2, 3

1. Sign up for free

Register and download resources here.

Information, links and downloadable resources.

"All our resources support curriculum learning, including providing you with historical records of Big Schools’ Birdwatch, so you can compare what you see. All resources are available bilingually for schools in Wales.

We have activities you can do before, during and after your Birdwatch, including ones to help your pupils to consider how being in nature impacts their mental health and wellbeing."

2. Get counting

Get counting in your school ground.

3. Submit your results

Submit your results online.

It’s easy to do with your class interactively on the whiteboard. You’ll receive certificates to print out & follow-up lessons for your class.

Bird watching resources in the Muddy Faces shop

Bird Observation Set - classroom size

Flora & Fauna Observation Set - Class Sized

British Bird Set

Field Guide - Park & Garden Birds

Field Guide - British Birds Tracks & Signs

Children's Binoculars (pictured)