These high chalk cliffs look out onto the English Channel, giving far-reaching views towards the French coast.
Key Stage 2 (8-11)
Key Stage 2 (8-11)
At Key Stage 2 pupils will begin to adopt a more sophisticated approach to the core and foundation subjects.
In History, the requirement to study topics such as the Anglo-Saxon and Scots invasions and the Viking and Roman occupations creates many opportunities for school trips to some of the most important historical sites in the world, and a great variety of brilliant museums. There will always be a venue close by!
History trips can also be used in KS2 to develop pupils' 'use of geographical knowledge, understanding and skills to enhance their locational and place knowledge', one of the aims of the KS2 Geography curriculum. Such activities could also be linked to the national curriculum requirement to 'take part in outdoor and adventurous activity challenges both individually and within a team'.
But there are many other options for accessing imaginative and challenging activities from specialist providers. Some schools also like to organise short residential visits at for pupils at KS2 level to give classes a taster of new activities and team-working away from usual environments and families.
Suitable Venues
Victorian coastal defence and secret rocket testing site perched high above the Needles Rocks
Perched high above the Needles at the extreme tip of the Island, with unrivalled views of the Solent and unspoilt countryside, is the Needles Old Battery a Victorian fort built in 1862 and used throughout both World Wars.
A unique venue offering a definitively outdoor karting experience indoors. They run junior sessions for kids over 8, adults karts for over 14s.
The track is demanding and technical, with 11 corners on a 450 m length. Viewing screens featuring the TagHeuer timing system are dotted about allowing spectators to see your performance in all it's glory!
Historic, poetic, iconic; a refuge dedicated to beauty. Vita Sackville-West and Harold Nicolson fell in love with Sissinghurst Castle and created a world-renowned garden
Vita Sackville-West, the poet and writer, began transforming Sissinghurst Castle in the 1930s with her diplomat and author husband, Harold Nicolson. Harold's architectural planning of the garden rooms, and the colourful, abundant planting in the gardens by Vita, reflect the romance and intimacy of her poems and writings.
We are the world’s leading charity in promoting the works, life and times of William Shakespeare.
A large leisure facility and dry ski slope providing Skiing, Snowboarding, Toboggan and Sno-Tubing with a fully licensed bar and restaurant. Kids must be over 4 to take part in activities.
The 85 metre slope (and nursery slope facility) provides skiing, snowboarding, tobogganing, ice skating and snowblading activities for adults and juniors of all ages and abilities throughout the year.
A unique 15th Century red-brick castle rising dramatically above the Lincolnshire countryside
Discover 800 years of the castle’s history from palatial dwelling to cattle shed; romantic ruin to restoration. The brick castle was built by Ralph Cromwell, Lord Treasurer of England, between 1434-1447 as a display of his wealth, power and ambition in unstable times.
Our friendly staff and accessible Town Centre location makes for lots of fun, for you and the family, all year round. Whether you are a complete novice or a regular we are always happy to see you. What are you waiting for?...get your skates on.
17th-century half-timbered dovecote
A charming 17th-century half-timbered dovecote at Wichenford Court. The building, although small, is very striking.
World Cup winners' medals from West Ham's three 1966 stars are the pride of the east London club's collection.
The medals won by Bobby Moore, Sir Geoff Hurst and Martin Peters are on display in the museum at the club's Upton Park home - as are others won by the club's most celebrated players.
Next to the Olympic village, this skatepark is quite quirky, the main feature being a huge bowl with some nice lines and a massive cradle for the more adventurous. Then at one end of the park is a small open end bowl section with pool coping and a few ledges and banks dotted around.
Professional bespoke guided walks and tours of historic gardens and places of interest in Warwick, Kenilworth, Leamington Spa. Stratford Upon Avon and the Cotswolds.
Scotland's largest & oldest keep. There's a dungeon alongside artwork by Raeburn & Van Dyck. School visits are available by arrangement, and focus on Mary, Queen of Scots and the 1st Earl of Mar. There is an education/teachers and restricted access pack available. The approximate length of a school visit is 2 hours.
The Aldeburgh Museum is housed in one of the most important timber-framed public buildings in England. Dating from the first half of the 16th Century it originally contained six small shops on the ground floor and a spacious meeting chamber on the first floor. The Town Council still meets here today and it provides an attractive display area for the Museum.
An indoor go karting centre with junior and adult karts rurally situated in the midlands. All racewear is provided. Lap times printed after each session. There is an indoor viewing area, party rooms, toilets, outdoor patio and a cafe serving hot and cold snacks.
Good karting fun for kids aged 8 and over
Absolutely Karting is great to have a bit of fun and get the adrenalin going.
Budding petrol heads will enjoy trying to master the demanding track using the 270cc GT5 karts, with a range specially designed to cater for kids as young as 8.
A full safety briefing is given, which kids will be expected to take seriously.
Parft of the active nation Charity, Woodmill, is one of the only centres in the country to have four separate types of water. The centre boasts quality facilities and instructors ensuring that any visit is a pleasureable one.
The ruins of a mid-16th century coastal artillery fort, later garrisoned - hence the name - by Civil War Royalists.
Although taking its name from its occupation by Royalist forces in 1651, this small artillery fort was probably built 100 years earlier, during the reign of King Edward VI (1547–53).
With over 25 years experience working with young people in the great outdoors, Wye Pursuits is the perfect choice for your schools outdoor adventure. We believe that learning outside the classroom is essential to a well balanced education, assisting teachers to take young people out of their comfort zones not only raising self confidence, motivation and self esteem but also encouraging young pe
The Hive on Moss Bank Park is an exciting new site aimed to inspire more people to be creative and to grow food at home. The Hive offers a unique learning experience inspiring pupils of all ages and abilities to explore and actively learn about cooking and growing food, wildlife and the environment.
Within the grounds of EDF Energy’s Cottam Power Station, sits Cottam Nature Reserve, a haven for wildlife which school groups can access.
Visiting groups are based at the Nature Centre, which is managed in partnership with Groundwork Creswell, Ashfield and Mansfield. The Centre has a fully equipped classroom space, and have access to a range of habitats in this unique environment.
Hillcrest is a small, homely centre, with staff who really love working with younger guests.
It’s in a quiet rural setting and is ideal for a first visit away from home or if you’re looking for somewhere really friendly and extra welcoming!
Lichfield Cathedral offers excellence in learning outside the classroom, for which we hold both the Heritage Education Trust’s prestigious Sandford Award and Ofsted’s Learning Outside the Classroom badge.
This is the perfect place to relax, create and enjoy painting your own ceramic item. An ideal activity for children, adults, birthday parties, rainy days and sunny days. Choose from over 120 ceramic items and a selection of 30 colours to create a master piece or a simple handprint.
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