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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
Ardmay House Outdoor Education Centre is an independent family business offering multi activity residential trips for Primary and Secondary Schools throughout the school year.
Absolute Adventure is a licensed provider of outdoor activities. This means we are regularly inspected by the Adventure Activities Licensing Authority, so you can be sure of the very highest standards of safety and instruction.
A Mountain and Water Sports Instructor who puts you 1st whatever your budget! Creating an adventure just for you! From one off, 1 hour sessions to full summer programmes! Andrew specialises in bespoke programmes for clients with little or no financial backing. So if you are applying for a grant or funding to run outdoor activities, Andrew will design a programme for free, for you to submit.
Neath Port Talbot Youth Service works with young people aged 11-25 across the county borough. Our activities are open to all and easy to access - we work with young people in the local community, at school, on the street.
We offer a wide range of activities, all led by experienced and qualified instructors. The holidays are well supervised, with one member of staff to every four children or better and with a strong emphasis on safety and care. The leaders and helpers are Christians, they are volunteers with a genuine interest in young people and contribute financially to the holidays.
Llandysul Paddlers Canoe Club is based in West Wales and was founded in 1984 by Chris Berry and Trevor Grace. The club has had many great years with membership continuing to increase at a steady pace. The club has seen lots of changes over the years and the most dynamic of these was "Project 94". This was a document that was put together to help plan the future of the club.
Hi, I'm Mike and I run a wide variety of Sea Kayaking and adventurous activitie courses.
Adventurous activities are my business and also my hobby. I love what I do, and enjoy passing on that passion to my clients.
Mountaineering and water-sports have been part of Paul Knowles’ life since childhood. He is most passionate about climbing longer alpine routes, but is equally psyched for any outdoor activity. Never one to take himself too seriously, Paul gains most enjoyment from watching those around him gain pleasure or achievement from the outdoors.
The origins of the Centre date back to 1963 when this beautiful site on the banks of the Medina Estuary was identified as a great place to set up a sailing school, by a group of Christians from a variety of church backgrounds.
Absolute Outdoors Ltd was formed in 2013, by a group of directors with a love for the great outdoors, and a passion for high quality education and adventure. Absolute Outdoors Ltd specialise in providing outdoor experiences, outdoor education, training and qualifications to all ages and all levels of ability, nationwide.
Low Wood Bay Watersports Centre, with its extensive range of equipment and an inspiring setting against a backdrop of the Lakeland fells is a great location for getting out on the water. We offer a wide variety of watersports instruction and boat hire suitable for all ages and abilities.
Welcome to Isca Outdoor, specialist provider for outdoor activities. Based in Devon, we offer a wide range of adventure activities and courses for groups of all ages and abilities.
As a Grant Aided Special School, part of our funding goes towards resourcing our Outdoor Learning service, and all children at Harmeny, whether here on a residential or day basis, benefit from the activities on offer.
Situated in the beautiful Longleat Estate is the simply stunning, Longleat Forest. The hilly landscape is truly spectacular and you'll see hundred-year-old Giant Redwoods. To get around, you can cycle, walk or catch the land train. Wherever you go, you'll be delighted by the gorgeous views.
We are all outdoor enthusiasts and committed to the highest standards of safety and service.
Welcome to E3Adventures, we are a friendly Sussex based company specializing in adventure, expeditions and outdoor learning. Between us we have nearly 70 years experience delivering learning and adventure throughout the UK (and further afield).
Centre 81 is ideally situated on the banks of the Gareloch and with in easy reach of Helensburgh, Glasgow and Loch Lomond. The Centre provides a wealth of facilities and activities for all ages. We have a large variety of clubs and groups.
Go Coasteering was formed out of a love for the sport and we specialize in only one thing. This makes us the leading provider in the Southwest. Our most popular venues include coasteering Exeter, coasteering Torquay, coasteering Bude, Croyde and Newquay.
Located on the Kent-Sussex border, between Tunbridge Wells and Crowborough, are a series of sandstone outcrops that provide some of the most beautiful and awe-inspiring rock climbing in the South East, if not the Country.
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