Discover what a Bristol sugar plantation and slave owner’s home might have looked like around 1790. Eleven rooms spread over four floors reveal what life was like above and below stairs, from the kitchen in the basement where servants prepared meals to the elegant formal rooms above. Free entry.
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
St John's Cathedral is a Roman Catholic cathedral in Portsmouth. It was opened in 1882 and is the first cathedral to have been built in Portsmouth.
Leeds Cathedral is one of the finest Catholic Cathedrals in England.
Saint Anne's Cathedral is situated in the heart of the Leeds city centre and contrasts with the surrounding new office blocks and the Victorian Town Hall.
Independent DofE Centres in Surrey is a Voluntary Organisation that oversees the running of six independent DofE Centres throughout Surrey.
Exportise teaches a variety of sports to children of all levels using the latest coaching techniques. Our resident coaches and representatives are there to make sure that every child goes home with a sense of achievement, fun memories, a group of new friends and the desire to return. We aim to provide a friendly, personal service throughout your holiday.
This unique collection interprets the rich architectural history of Bath and the men who transformed a provincial town into the world famous Georgian Spa. It demonstrates how classical design influenced the buildings and illustrates the construction of a house from the cellars to the rafters.
We cater for Key Stages 1 to 4.
Manchester Cathedral is a rich educational resource in the heart of a vibrant city. Learning is brought to life in this vivid, historic and spiritual context where Christian worship has taken place for over 1000 years. Come and discover the potential of this amazing living building!
Our extreme sports programme includes a huge range of exciting activities for children between the ages of 8 and 16.
We run a full day starting from 9.30am - 4.30pm and we also offer free transport to the activity with minibus collection from several of our leisure centres.
Established in 1980 Britain’s most experienced summer holiday operator for children and teenagers aged 3-17 years. With a host of exciting and adventurous activities to choose from.
Young people benefit from the opportunity to gain life-enhancing skills and experiences as well as from strong links with the local community, meaning the provision can serve as a ‘gateway’ to other youth services if necessary.
Exportise teaches a variety of sports to children of all levels using the latest coaching techniques. Our resident coaches and representatives are there to make sure that every child goes home with a sense of achievement, fun memories, a group of new friends and the desire to return. We aim to provide a friendly, personal service throughout your holiday.
We can come to you to arrange your trip, or you can come to the Centre for a pre-visit. This will allow us to plan your excursion down to the last detail so that it works perfectly with your individual needs as a school or group.
Canoe Adventures operate steersman guided Voyager open canoes offering family adventures from toddler to grandparent to big groups and all between.
Motiv8 exists to improve the life chances of young people. We do this to reduce the risk of offending, anti-social behaviour and disengagement from learning or employment.
We have been organising outdoor activities for over 30 years and are committed to providing a high quality outdoor education service and residential facility for the benefit of schools, community groups, the wider community of West Lothian and throughout the country.
We are an RYA Teaching Centre and the first Club to achieve Volvo Champion Club status. As well as our Racing and Training programmes we can offer social camping and caravan weekends. Included in our extensive Club House facility is a staffed catering arrangement operating on race days and other special events.
Caythorpe Court is a fantastic place with everything you could possibly need to make your PGL holiday perfect. With 65 acres of grounds surrounding a huge mansion house there’s loads of great facilities and even more brilliant PGL activities!
We’ve also improved it further with new lodge accommodation and a purpose built dining room.
The centre is set in 45 acres of grounds with its own private beach and cliff top views. One of the first things you’ll notice is the huge high ropes course with its zip wire and the stunning views of Weymouth, Portland and Chesil Beach.
Adventure Expeditions has established itself as a leading provider of quality outdoor education programmes with benefits that have lasting impact, both in the classroom and into the workplace.
Set in beautiful parkland the Museum and Art Gallery has something for everyone. Alongside our temporary exhibitions programme we have galleries depicting the rich and diverse history of the area using our amazing collections.
We offer relaxing breaks or fun filled adventure weekends for families, educational outdoor activities for schools and groups and outdoor pursuits training courses for adults. Due to the location and size of our centre we are able to offer the majority of the activities on site.
Country Care Children's Home is an Ofsted registered girls' residential therapeutic care home and “outstanding” independent school; where outcomes for girls really matter. We provide care, therapy, accommodation and education for up to eight girls aged between 10 and 17.
BXM are a UK based outdoor challenge company running exciting expeditions to wilderness environments. Our experienced mountain leaders from teaching, motivational coaching and military backgrounds will take you beyond possibility and help you achieve the extraordinary.
Our aim is to help troubled children make sense of their past, and support them in becoming the person that they can be. We give children the opportunity they deserve to make the most of their life; to recognise and embrace choice; and prepare them for a healthy and happy adult life.
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