Mile End Ecology Park
Mile End Ecology Park is a newly designed conservation area. Situated in the heart of Mile End, it uniquely offers wonderful opportunities for the study of aquatic habitats and grassland life. Environmental educators are available for support (see contact details right).
AQA Science
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Comparison of aquatic habitats
In this complete investigation, with full pre-planning, fieldwork and post-fieldwork analysis and evaluation, pupils sample three aquatic habitats for invertebrates and abiotic factors.
What happened to the holly leaf-miner?
In this complete investigation, with full support for pre-field planning, fieldwork and post fieldwork analysis and evaluation, pupils collect evidence of the food chains of the holly leaf miner (Phytomyza ilicis).
Investigation into particulate pollution
In this complete investigation developed in association with staff at Mile End Ecology park, pupils sample air pollution particulates found on trees, using sticky tape, along a belt transect.
OCR B Science
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Sampling for invertebrates
In this complete investigation, pupils develop their understanding of the concept of sampling by sampling the invertebrate communities of three different habitats: freshwater, leaf litter and the canopy.
