Key Stage 3 (12-14)

Key Stage 3 (12-14)

At Key Stage 3 (KS3) the History curriculum includes a large span of British and world history, and there are few schools that are more than a couple of hours from a venue that will enhance pupils’ historical study. Local religious centres and town halls will be a good start for the study of ‘church, state and society in Britain’, but we would encourage schools to look at the Houses of Parliament and the Welsh Assembly as candidates for possible visits - both of whom offer tailored services to schools.

Visits to the foreign 1914-18 WWI sites are firm school favourites already, and are likely to be doubly popular in the next four years. Many schools combine the history element with some linguistic extras to develop pupils’ ability to ‘speak coherently and confidently, with increasingly accurate pronunciation and intonation.’

In regards to drama and music, many pupils will have been to plays and musicals before the age of 11, but KS3 theatre visits will encourage interest in the subjects and develop the national requirement for ‘a deepening understanding of the music that they perform and to which they listen, and its history.’

The KS3 curriculum requires schools to develop pupils’ adventurous spirits, using group activities to encourage pupils to ‘take part in outdoor and adventurous activities which present intellectual and physical challenges.’ Many national providers specialise in this area, providing imaginative activities for all kinds of age and ability groups, with a large number tailoring activities for those with special educational needs and disabled pupils.

Suitable Venues

Abernethy Nethybridge is located in the Spey Valley and is part of the Cairngorm National Park in Highland Scotland. It is 40 minutes from Inverness and is near to Loch Morlich, C

Abernethy Ardgour is on the shores of Loch Linnhe on the Ardnamurchan Peninsula on the west coast of Scotland. 

Active Highs run outdoor activities in Scotland near Fort William, Fort Augustus, Inverness and Oban. Our activity centre is based on the shores of Loch Oich in the Great Glen and we also offer a mobile outdoor activity service near Oban and Inverness. We also offer the best guaranteed white water rafting in Scotland near Fort William.

Northern Xposure Adventure Training is a family run business whose goal is provide an opportunity for all to enjoy the great outdoors using quality coaching and guiding to facilitate a safe and enjoyable experience.

Landmark Forest Adventure Park is a theme park in Carrbridge, Highland, Scotland, UK that features numerous outdoor activities, rides and exhibits. 

A range of watersports are on offer including: sail sports, paddle sports, raft building, fishing, rowing and pedalos on the loch. Off the water we have archery, play parks, and a dry ski slope, great team building apparatus. Not forgetting stunning walks and mountain biking.

Our outdoor adventure activities include kayaking, sea kayaking, sailing, climbing, canoeing, expeditions, gorge walking, navigation, bushcraft skills and team building.

Abriachan is a scattered rural community of about 140 people set high above the shores of Loch Ness in the Highlands of Scotland. There are still some active crofts but the majority of inhabitants are employed in Inverness and beyond.

We have amazing rides for all the family! From the ‘white-knuckle’ rides of the ‘Looping Star Roller Coaster’, and White Water Log Flume, to the kiddies rides of Apple Family Coaster, there sure to be something for you at Scotland’s Greatest Indoor & Outdoor Entertainment Complex.

Set amidst a superbly rugged and unspoilt natural coastal environment, Uist Outdoor Centre offers unique locations, facilities and instruction for individuals, corporate, education and leisure groups seeking unforgettable outdoor experiences.

Satrosphere aims to inspire the scientists of tomorrow and to spark renewed interest in university science courses, currently in decline.

Satrosphere was Scotland's first Science Centre. It contains exhibits which are aimed mainly at younger children. It attracts primary school groups around the year and its exhibits are 'hands on' so that everything can be played with and examined.

The National Forest Adventure Farm offers exciting indoor fun, outdoor adventure and farm animal experiences.

And in 2014 we became World Record Breakers - by making over 3,300 scarecrows!

Hampden Park, Glasgow, is home to the Scottish Football Museum.

Exhibits date back to the world's very first international game - a 0-0 draw between Scotland and England in 1872.

Other artefacts include the world's oldest national trophy, the Scottish FA Challenge Cup.

Adventure First Ltd is a small company based in Aberdeen providing the highest quality outdoor adventure activities throughout Scotland. Our staff have been playing and working in the outdoors for most of their lives and are highly experienced and qualified in their chosen specialities.

Our Cathedral Church is the main place of worship in the Catholic Diocese of Aberdeen. It was opened in December 1860 as the principal Catholic Church in the west end of the city, replacing St. Peter's Church in the Castlegate, when there were about 1,000 Catholics out of a population of 74,000 and the number of Catholics was increasing.

As the North of Scotland’s largest Conference Centre, we host over 600 events and welcome around 300,000 visitors annually.

AECC and Aberdeen are very accessible with great transport links to this historic and successful city, and to some of Scotland’s finest scenery and heritage!

The Cathedral Church of St Andrew is a Catholic cathedral in the West End of the city of Dundee, Scotland.

Learning is why Dundee Science Centre exists. Learning enriches lives: it gives challenge, enjoyment, and new experiences, and widens opportunity.  It helps us become responsible citizens and fulfilled individuals.

Our range of programmes support learning from birth to adulthood, with specific support for Curriculum for Excellence.

Prince's Trust centres currently offer the Fairbridge programme, which is an individually tailored personal development programme combining one-to-one support and group activities.

Originally Fairbridge in Dundee, we became part of The Prince's Trust in 2011.

We work with young people from across Dundee city.

Welcome to St Paul’s Cathedral.  At St Paul’s, you will find a living and lively faith community right in the heart of Dundee’s vibrant city centre.  Our community is made up of a diverse group of people ranging from those who have been born and bred in Dundee to people from all over the world who come to Dundee for work or study at one of the two excellent universities that the city boasts.

The Palace of Holyroodhouse is The Queen’s official residence in Scotland. It stands at the end of Edinburgh's Royal Mile against the spectacular backdrop of Arthur’s Seat and is closely associated with Scotland’s rich history.

North Outdoor Interventions is an independent provider of outdoor recreation, workshops, outdoor education and training. With a vast experience of working in partnership with children’s and adult services.

Datchet Water Sailing Club is a modern club set on a large inland reservoir providing a complete package for every type of sailor. It is set with magnificent views overlooking Windsor Castle.

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