West Reservoir offers a variety of aquatic habitats: including a man-made river, a reservoir and a small pond. All the habitats are easily accessible and offer clear habitat variations for pupils to investigate. A full-time environmental educator is available for support (see contact details).

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.
Looking for a next step?
The Field Studies Council offers a range of freely downloadable resources for teachers and a website aimed at KS4 Science pupils: Urban Ecosystems.
Also available are publications, courses for schools and colleges and courses for adults, families and professionals that relate to the urban environment. Why not find out more about the FSC?
This project is supported by the Science Learning Centres, Natural England and ODPM. For more information about greenspace in London visit Wildweb.



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