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

You have come to the right place if you are looking for a fun, safe adventure!!!! In the beautiful Wye Valley.

Our outdoor activities and schools programmes offer powerful and meaningful outdoor learning experiences for school children. We understand the importance for children to be exposed to, and enjoy, outdoor environments and no one can underestimate the effect it can have on our young people.

Situated on the north shores of Loch Lomond, Ardlui, we have instant access to Scotland's first national park. With woodlands, mountains and water right on our doorstep we have the perfect setting to experience, explore and enjoy a variety of adventure sports and activities. 

Our Schools programme can be tailored to meet your needs! Stay for 1 day or up to 7, we can provide as many activities as you want! If you are local we also offer non-residential activity days. Our programme is suitable from year 3 to colleges!

Wirral Sailing Centre is based at the 52 acre West Kirby Marine Lake and offers water sports activities and courses to anyone aged 8 and over. It is a registered RYA Training Centre.

Rutland Watersports Centre is on the north shore of Rutland Water Park at Whitwell. This is a day sailing, canoeing and windsurfing centre owned and operated by Anglian Water providing a great place to hold or enrol in events, courses, activity days, corporate days or a bit of retail therapy.

Messing about on the Mersey was established in 2009 and started running trips down the River Mersey to local people of South Manchester. Over the coming years it developed into working with schools and youth organizations, running children's birthday parties and catering for adult groups from hen parties to sponsored charity paddles.

ShoreSports watersports school uses the safe and shallow waters of Christchurch Harbour, operating from Mudeford Quay. Learn to windsurf, kayak or stand-up-paddleboard (SUP) with our qualified instructors, join one of our popular tours up river, have lessons or simply hire equipment

A small but busy family run centre offering outdoor activities and experiences, with self catering accommodation in rooms and wooden wigwams. Whitewave is based in the crofting township of Linicro and has been operating in North Skye since 1990.

At SeaSports our focus is on offering you the very best available; our instructors equipment and facilities are of the highest standard, and we pride ourselves on attention to detail and excellent service. Our instructor ratios are kept very low ensuring that you get maximum attention at all times.

We have sea kayaking courses to suit all levels of kayaker from complete beginner to the seasoned salty sea dog! Our sea kayaking courses are generally instructional based and are aimed at developing your skills in a fun and safe environment. 

Pura Vida Weymouth Watersports are the newest Watersports centre in the Weymouth and Portland area. We are ideally situated in probably the best spot for most Watersports activities.

We are located in one of the most beautiful parts of Cornwall: at the entrance to Mylor Creek, off Carrick Roads. The Fal Estuary is a magnificent natural harbour creating perhaps the finest sailing centre in the country.

Weymouth Bay and Portland Harbour offers some of the best sailing waters on the planet and purpose-built on-shire facilities to match.

 

A square prehistoric burial mound with an earthwork ditch and outer bank. It was named after a local goblin.

This site lies high on the gritstone moorlands of Harland Edge, above Beeley in the Peak District, reached from the nearest road by a stiff uphill walk of about 2km (1.25 miles).

Catering for all standards of windsurfer - from novice to advanced.

The Watersports Academy is Sandbanks’ premier watersports training facility, providing first-class tuition for people of all ages, novices to experts alike. Our fully qualified instructors provide training in a wide range of water-based activities.

Outdoor education and sports are growing industries with a wealth of career opportunities. Our 750 Acre estate is the perfect playground for all outdoor adventure and sports fanatics!

We offer safe, exciting and educational holidays for young people. A place where children can meet new friends, build confidence, develop social skills and gain wonderful memories.

Established in 1981 Jonti has over 30 years of experience in sailing & windsurfing, chandlery and tuition. Based on the shores of Grafham Water, Jonti has everything you need for having fun on the water!

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