Caring for chickens

Challenge reference: 6912

Notional learning hours  30
Level WTE1
Preparing for Adulthood pathway
Vocational area
Skill
Learning aim

The learner will participate in the daily care of the school chickens.

Learning context

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Learning outcomes

What the learner needs to know, understand or be able to do

The learner will:

  1. Be able to participate in the daily feeding and watering of the school chickens with support.

  2. Be able to participate in cleaning the chickens' living environment.

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Assessment criteria

What the learner need to demonstrate in order to meet the learning outcome

The learner can:

    • Empty and clean the water bowl 
    • Fill the chicken pellets
    • Remove any old food
    • Clean and replenish bedding areas in the coup
    • Participate in making sure the enclosure is safe
    • Dispose of old materials safely
    • Identify vermin that can harm chickens (snakes, mice, rats, foxes)
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