Ant Farms for Christmas: The Perfect STEM Gift for Kids in the UK
Looking for a Christmas gift that’s actually worth giving? An ant farm kit surprises, educates and entertains, and a live queen ant colony keeps children fascinated for years. Our award-winning ant farms for kids include everything: a live queen colony, a handmade nest, an outworld, food and care instructions. Used in STEM projects in schools and universities across the UK, they let children watch life cycles, metamorphosis and real ant behaviour. Get started with our free ant farm science resources.
What else I might need? Ant Keeping Essentials
Every ant farm kit comes with the basics, but a few extras make a real difference. From ant keeping essentials and accessories like PTFE escape prevention and heating mats to ant food and substrate — everything your new colony needs is available in one place.
How do I place an order for Christmas delivery?
Order early and write your preferred delivery date in the “Add a note” box at checkout. Your ants should arrive at least 5 days before Christmas, so they can settle after the journey. We feed them before dispatch, so they can stay in their test tube inside the parcel, kept at room temperature in a quiet spot, for up to 21 days (black garden ants) or 30 days (harvester ants). If you’re unsure about anything, Anthony, our ant-keeping assistant, is on every page and happy to help. Have more questions? Visit our FAQ page.