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News & IdeasTullie House Museum reveals events programme for 2016/2017
The history, nature and art museum, Tullie House Museum in Carlisle, will host a range of Primary school learning events for the 2016/2017 academic year.
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News & IdeasBowes Museum launches new WW1 teacher resource pack
The education department at the Bowes Museum has launched a new resource pack to aid teaching WW1 History.
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FeaturesFocus on: Head of Steam – Darlington Railway Museum
School Travel Organiser explores the workshops on offer for Key Stages 1, 2 and 3 at Head of Steam.
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FeaturesLearn at the cinema; film workshops for Key Stages 2 to 5
If you thought that the cinema was handy for film-watching and popcorn-munching only, think again. STO discovers a range of workshops available at Tyneside Cinema in Newcastle.
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Features5 outdoor learning centres you might not know about
The end of the summer term sees schools from all over the country heading out on residentials and outdoor learning trips. While big centres run by the likes of PGL and YHA always go down a storm, there are a variety of lesser-known options available to teachers. Here, STO focuses on five.
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News & IdeasWorkshops at the Charterhouse confirmed for 2017
The Charterhouse, dating from the 14th century, has confirmed that educational workshops will be available from January.
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FeaturesOutdoor learning at the Beth Chatto Education Trust Gardens
Plant growth and garden birds are high on the learning agenda at the Beth Chatto Education Trust Gardens.
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FeaturesFocus on: Birmingham Botanical Gardens
The Birmingham Botanical Gardens, set in 15 acres of landscaped greenery, offers more than 20 teaching sessions suited for students from Early Years through to Key Stage 4.
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News & IdeasBritish Museum; schools booking opens for 2016/2017
The British Museum’s workshops, exhibition sessions and gallery experiences for the 2016 to 2017 school year are now available for booking.
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FeaturesWest End workshops for Key Stages 1 to 5
Educational workshops in the West End, relating to subjects such as Drama, Art, Music, PE and English.
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News & IdeasBill Quay Community Farm expands Primary school programme
Bill Quay Community Farm in Gateshead has expanded its education programme for Primary school students to include more workshops.
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FeaturesDeveloping creativity and imagination at the Rainbow Factory
School Travel Organiser looks at how the Rainbow Factory, in Farsley in Leeds, can inspire students to use their creativity and imagination and enhance their learning in subjects including English and Drama.
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News & IdeasThe Bishop’s Palace to open new interactive learning experience
An educational natural play project called The Dragon’s Lair will open at The Bishop’s Palace in Wells this summer.
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FeaturesFrom minibeasts to mammoths: study in Shropshire
A look at some top workshops available for Key Stage 1 and 2 at Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre.
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FeaturesEco Therapy and Earth Education at Ringsfield
Rachel Bailey spoke to Simon Paylor, the centre director at Ringsfield Eco Activity Centre, about outdoor learning.
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FeaturesLearning about Shakespeare, the Ian McKellen way
Here are a few trips for teachers who agree with Ian McKellen’s thoughts on Shakespeare only belonging on stage.
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News & IdeasOutdoor learning resources launched by Boots
Primary and Secondary school teachers can now take advantage of new outdoor learning resources launched by Boots.
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FeaturesUsing neophilia to make school trips more memorable
Sarah Holt took a workshop on neophilic adventures and narrative journeys at Derbyshire County Council’s Learning Outside the Classroom Conference, here’s what she learnt.
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FeaturesA Q&A with… Strawberry Hill House
Rachel Bailey speaks to learning manager Sally Stratton about the educational opportunities available at Strawberry Hill House in London.
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FeaturesFrom farming to fairy tales: Reception and KS1 education at Gressenhall
School Travel Organiser finds out what educational opportunities are on offer at Gressenhall Farm and Workhouse in Norfolk.