All KS1 (Ages 5-7) articles – Page 2
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News & IdeasLearning centre opens at the Black Country Living Museum
The Dudley living history museum has transformed its former admissions building into a dedicated learning centre to be used exclusively by visiting schools.
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News & IdeasActivity packs and teacher guides for BBC Earth Experience
The BBC Earth Experience in London invites pupils to go around the world in an hour, exploring the inhabitants of our seven continents, with the help of Sir David Attenborough.
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Features8 World War Two visits in England that bring the subject to life
From large museums housing thousands of World War Two artefacts to historical sites that played a huge role in the conflict, here are eight visits to help teach one of the most significant periods of British history.
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News & IdeasFree school trails highlight Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park’s key sites
Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park is encouraging schools to use its space for educational visits through free worksheets and lesson plans to help pupils explore the site.
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News & IdeasFree school visits available at Waddesdon Manor
Schools are being invited to apply for their pupils to enjoy a free day trip to Waddesdon Manor - the former home of the Rothschild family.
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FeaturesBring the Victorian age alive with these historical visits
Take your students on a trip back in time to the Victorian period with some of these outings, ranging from top museums to historic venues.
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News & IdeasManchester Museum welcomes back schools with Ancient Egypt display
Manchester Museum has reopened its doors following a three-year, £15 million transformation project, with its debut display highlighting Ancient Egypt in all its glory.
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News & IdeasPrimary school treated to special visit for AeroZone anniversary
A group of pupils from Newall Green Primary School in Wythenshawe visited Manchester Airport’s AeroZone facility on its first birthday, to learn about careers in the travel and tourism sector.
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News & IdeasSt Mary’s Guildhall workshops cover royal history through the centuries
St Mary’s Guildhall in Coventry has revealed an ‘It’s Reigning Royals’ workshop as part of its learning programme for schools.
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FeaturesYear-round trip ideas to promote positive mental wellbeing in children
We’ve compiled some of the amazing places across the UK which promote a positive frame of mind through outdoor learning.
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News & IdeasUnexpected Twist show retells the classic story by Charles Dickens
Unexpected Twist, a production which brings the iconic story of Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens into a new light, will tour the UK to inspire young people with the magic of live theatre.
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News & IdeasForestry England’s ‘ranger in a bag’ to help teachers lead trips outdoors
A new resource for teachers is being launched by Forestry England to encourage their class to become forest rangers for the day.
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News & IdeasKingswood unveils ‘hardship fund’ to finance educational visits
Outdoor residential provider Kingswood has launched a bursary to provide funded places on school trips for children from families who would not otherwise be able to cover costs.
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News & Ideas5 football stadium tours to inspire your class with the beautiful game
A look at football stadium tours which offer young people a glimpse into the world of professional sport.
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News & IdeasScenes in epic Kynren performance "mirror history curriculum"
Children are set to be transported back in time with this year’s season of Kynren - An Epic Tale of England which returns to County Durham.
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Case StudiesCase Study: discovering more about Tudor farm life
Kineton Primary School took part in a rewarding visit to Mary Arden’s Farm in Stratford-upon-Avon, the former home of Shakespeare’s mother. Here’s what they got up to.
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News & IdeasSchool workshops at St Paul’s Cathedral celebrate the life of Christopher Wren
St Paul’s Cathedral is offering specialist workshops as part of Wren300, a national celebration highlighting the work of iconic architect Christopher Wren on the 300th anniversary of his death.
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Case StudiesCase Study: learning life-saving skills
Here is how one school’s visit to the Safety Centre Hazard Alley attraction in Milton Keynes opened pupils’ eyes to the potential dangers out there and how they can be dealt with.
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News & IdeasHarry Potter workshops highlight the magic of media studies
The education team at the Warner Bros. Studio Tour London - The Making of Harry Potter in Leavesden, have launched two new on-site lessons which focus on storyboarding and mise-en-scène in film.
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Case StudiesCase Study: living like the Tudors at Gainsborough Old Hall
Teacher Lynsey Gregory reports back from her pupils’ fascinating Discovery Visit to Gainsborough Old Hall in Lincolnshire, one of English Heritage’s newest openings.