Key Stage 1 (4-7)

Key Stage 1 (4-7)

In the first two years of compulsory education (Key Stage 1/5-7 years), pupils begin to explore their local environment. If the school is lucky enough to have a museum nearby, it will be an important starting point in their development. Further afield, there are activity-based museums such as the Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre in Great Missenden, the Science Museum and the Wellcome Foundation museums in London, or the various museums of childhood in Derbyshire, Edinburgh and the Victoria and Albert in Bethnal Green; all of which are popular venues for Key Stage 1 students.

Many providers cater for both day and short-term residential adventure activities, and both the National Trust and Forestry Commission run activities specifically tailored for the KS1 age-group.

Children are often interested in the theatre and music, and usually begin with trips to pantomimes and musicals in Key Stage 1. You can find guidance on ‘kids’ theatre in London here, and over in East Anglia there is the Norwich Puppet Theatre with Bristol Old Vic in the West Country; there’s bound to be a good venue near you!

Suitable Venues

Somerset's top award-winning farm attraction

Now into our 25th year as a family run farm attraction, all the animals and staff at Court Farm are looking forward to welcoming hoards of children and their families for a fun packed summer of fun.

Coral Reef Waterworld is one of the most popular visitor attractions in the South East and next year will undergo a fantastic £11m+ facelift.

When you come back to us after the year long transformation you’ll enjoy five exciting new flumes, including two iconic thrill rides: the Crazy Cones and the Super Crater, which will be exclusive to the South East of the UK.

Cruise along the beautiful River Dee with ChesterBoat; specialising in Sightseeing Cruises, Themed Cruises and Private Charters for all occasions.

Cheshire Wildlife Trust is the leading environmental charity in Cheshire offering high quality environmental education field trips and sessions to schools or community groups. We provide fantastic opportunities for outdoor learning at a range of locations across the county all complimenting the National Curriculum.

The Chellington is an award-winning, eco-friendly daytime and residential centre 

for groups of all ages and abilities to host their own programmes of activity. 

​We provide a quiet and contemplative environment for restful retreats, whilst being close to many attractions for groups who want a base for an action packed week. 

Bring the new National Curriculum to life with a trip to Celtic Harmony Camp!

The new history curriculum for KS2 calls for the study of prehistory from Stone Age to Iron Age and a focus on local history in KS1. 

The magnificent Carew Castle has a history spanning 2,000 years. Set in a stunning location, overlooking a 23-acre millpond, the castle displays the development from a Norman fortification to an Elizabethan country house. There's plenty to see and do with an exciting summer-long activity programme.

Visit Butterfly World today to see hundreds of butterflies flying freely in a natural environment!

See and feed our wildlife which includes Deer, Llamas, Goats. We have lots for kids to do including pedal tractor area, tractor rides, play area, lamb Llama and deer feeding (when available).

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We have our own education centre where the pupils can gain valuable practical experience of animals in a natural setting.

Cornwall's Premier Steam Railway

Discover the excitement and nostalgia of steam travel with a journey back in time on the Bodmin Railway, evocative of a 1950's Steam Branch Line.

Enjoy a 13 mile return journey from Bodmin General Station to Bodmin Parkway in the Glynn Valley and Boscarne Junction in the Camel Valley.

The Underwater World Is Closer Than You Think

We make sure your pupils get up-close to the amazing creatures in our themed displays. After all, the more they see the more they'll learn

The Underwater World Is Closer Than You Think

We make sure your pupils get up-close to the amazing creatures in our themed displays. After all, the more they see the more they'll learn

Your open-top bus tour showcases the best of London's tourist attractions

Your pupils will love the biggest screen in the UK… You'll love that they're learning!

Give your class an unforgettable learning experience on Britain's biggest screen. Pick an IMAX film, and book a visit for your class – film showings during term time usually start at 10:30am or 11:45am, but other times can also be arranged. Alternatively, you can schedule a screening of a full-length feature film. 

Benefits of school trips to the BFI IMAX London include:

Belchamps Scout Activity Centre offers 30 acres of fantastic camping fields set in beautiful Essex countryside. With a single entrance into the site, which is monitored by CCTV, it’s safe and secure. We also have five high quality indoor accommodations and a large range of activities for young people of all ages.

We offer a range of outdoor activities in addition to our high ropes course. These include Tree Climbing , Archery, Den Building and Geocaching to name but a few.

Our educational packages help improve the pupils’ environmental appreciation, knowledge, awareness and 
understanding.

Schools and colleges from around the world use Bancroft Cruisers to give their students a new perspective on the history of Will Shakespeare and his home-town, Stratford upon Avon.

Rheilffordd Llyn Tegid (Bala Lake Railway) offers a delightful 9 mile return journey alongside Bala Lake, through the beautiful Snowdonia National Park.

We offer a wide range of activities for all ages and abilities. Please see the drop down headings for more information on each one.​

Learn ancient skills in an authentic landscape, from building ancient structures to blacksmithing and fire-making.

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