All Geography articles – Page 8
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FeaturesFocus on: Horniman Museum and Gardens
STO looks at some of the educational workshops at the Horniman Museum for Key Stages 1 to 5.
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FeaturesLiteracy, Maths and Science: learning on a farm
School Travel Organiser finds out what educational activities Whirlow Hall Farm, Sheffield offers to Key Stage 1 to 5.
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FeaturesEnvironmental studies at Howe Park Wood
School Travel Organiser takes a look at what’s available for students visiting Howe Park Wood.
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News & IdeasAlpamare Waterpark to welcome school groups
Scarborough’s new Alpamare Waterpark has announced that it will offer a schools programme when it opens in mid-July.
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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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FeaturesHistory and Geography lessons onboard a canal boat
Kittywake Canal Cruises offers educational cruises to schools. STO finds out why learning on the water has its benefits.
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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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FeaturesLearning about the natural world at Kew Gardens
The Royal Botanic Gardens Kew boasts acres of exotic and common plants which can be used to help students extend their learning in subjects including Science, Maths and Geography.
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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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FeaturesOnline Geography resources to inspire cultural curiosity
STO takes a look at Geo Journey, a programme and online resource designed to aid and inspire Geography studies.
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FeaturesLearning on the farm at Cotswold Farm Park
Cotswold Farm Park, owned by farmer and Countryfile presenter Adam Henson, offers school trips which get pupils into the outdoors learning about animals, farm life and food production. Here, School Travel Organiser finds out more.
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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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News & IdeasThe British Museum: school exclusive visits for Sunken Cities
Exclusive schools-only mornings are now available at the British Museum’s Sunken Cities exhibition.
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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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FeaturesHappy birthday John Muir
On the day that would have been adventurer John Muir’s birthday, School Travel Organiser takes a closer look at the John Muir Award and what it can mean for schools.
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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.
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News & IdeasNottingham attractions announce three for two educational activities during May
The NCCL is offering three for two educational activities at two Nottingham attractions.
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FeaturesEnglish, History, Citizenship and more with the NCCL
School Travel Organiser finds out how a visit to one of the National Centre for Citizenship and the Law’s (NCCL) sites can benefit students studying English, History, Citizenship and more.
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News & IdeasA walk back in time in Teesdale for Key Stage 2
Moor House-Upper Teesdale National Nature Reserve in County Durham has launched a new historic environment package targeted towards Key Stage 2 students.