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News & IdeasNew classroom opened at Weston Park to enhance education programme
The classroom has been built as part of plans to grow the Shropshire venue’s outdoor education programme.
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News & IdeasTudor Days will immerse pupils in history at Kentwell Hall
Schools can enjoy an immersive Tudor experience at one of Kentwell Hall’s dedicated days in Suffolk this summer term.
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News & IdeasFree school visits available at Waddesdon Manor
Schools are being invited to apply for their pupils to enjoy a free day trip to Waddesdon Manor - the former home of the Rothschild family.
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News & IdeasAutumnal natural art package announced at Leighton Hall
Leighton Hall in Lancashire is offering schools an Autumn Natural Art package from September to fully explore the grounds when the leaves begin to change colour.
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News & IdeasChatsworth reveals outdoor learning programme centred around nature
Chatsworth House in Derbyshire has announced its new-look outdoor education programme, focussing on the impact of nature and wildlife on pupils.
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FeaturesSTO picks: 5 English Heritage sites for history-themed visits
There’s no better way to bring history to life for your class than by heading away from the classroom. And with so many places to choose from in the UK, we’re spoilt for choice. Here are just a handful of English Heritage attractions for starters.
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News & IdeasDiscovery Visits to Marble Hill House include clay tile workshop
English Heritage’s Marble Hill House near Richmond will offer unique Discovery Visits from March to examine Georgian life through the story of Henrietta Howard, King George II’s mistress.
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News & IdeasKentwell Hall reveals new schools programme
Kentwell Hall in Suffolk will host a variety of History themed events suitable for education groups this year.
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News & IdeasTudor days and history events revealed for Kentwell Hall
The stately home in Sudbury has announced a host of educational days in the new school year including a history re-creation and Tudor-specific events.
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News & IdeasLongleat’s Predators exhibition suitable for all Key Stages
This year, Longleat in Wiltshire will be hosting a display of animatronic predators, including sharks, crocodiles and bears, which can be used to support the Science curriculum.
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News & IdeasShakespeare’s Birthplace Trust to host events for Shakespeare Week
Attractions with links to the Bard will be hosting a variety of school friendly events during and after the week dedicated to the poet and playwright.
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News & IdeasBookings open for Historic Royal Palaces’ school programme
Historic Royal Palaces (HRP) is now taking bookings for its schools’ programme for the next academic year.
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News & IdeasNew Key Stage 3 slave trade workshops at Kenwood
Kenwood House is expanding its education offer from September with a new Discovery Visit based on transatlantic slave trade.
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News & IdeasKnebworth House, Hertfordshire receives the Sandford Award for Education.
The team at Knebworth House has been awarded the Sandford Award for Education for another consecutive year.
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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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FeaturesScrumdiddlyumptious school events at Tatton Park
School Travel Organiser focuses on Tatton Park’s 2016 Roald Dahl centenary celebrations and educational programme.
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News & IdeasNew Florence Nightingale exhibition; suitable for History and Art
Lotherton Hall will play host to a new exhibition, Our Cousin Florence, following the finding of previously unseen correspondence.