This is an ideal venue for self- directed visits to explore the Victorian Pumping Station. Key Stage 2 Beaming with Health Active Learning Session explores death, disease and sanitation during Victorian times. Key Stage 1 1950’s Seaside is a fun role- play session which investigates holidays of the era.

Belgrave Hall Museum and Gardens provides a backdrop for KS1 and KS2 Victorian Active Learning Sessions. The life of a Victorian Servant and Victorian Christmas workshops are popular hands- on sessions. The Miss Ellis session also provides a glimpse into the life of a wealthy Victorian family. The beautiful historical gardens are ideal for teacher led activities.

Our Active Learning Sessions cover exciting arts projects to bring the curriculum to life and covering Textiles, Sculpture and 3D-construction, general arts and ceramics. Fosse also offer practical arts and crafts training for Teachers and Classroom Assistants. All of this is led by professional, qualified and experienced artists to help enhance and support your school's creative curriculum.

 

For more information please visit Fosse Arts for Schools.

Study Key Stage 2 Romans and Anglo-Saxons at Jewry Wall Museum. Examine Roman floor mosaics, fresco walls, the remains of an Anglo Saxon skeleton or explore the ruins of the Roman Public Baths.

Newarke Houses Museum is perfect for self- directed visits and also offers Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 Active Learning Sessions on Toys and Games, Houses and Homes and World War Two. The historical walled garden is wonderful for a picnic during the summer months.

New Walk Museum has a magnificent collection of artefacts and displays. Self – directed visits are suitable for school aged children, adult learning and higher education groups. Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 workshops are offered on Egyptology, Art, Dinosaurs and Religion.

The City Gallery is Leicester's leading contemporary art gallery, exhibiting innovative art that reflects the values of the city's cultural diversity. It also provides a unique setting for children to explore art in it's widest sense. The City Gallery delivers a structured workshop programme for the learning needs of all age groups and abilities. They can also deliver bespoke sessions for schools and community groups to suit curriculum needs. For more information visit Learning with The City Gallery.

The atmospheric Guildhall hosts Key Stage 2 Tudor Active Learning Sessions. Step back in time and use the Guildhall for inspirational research for creative writing or investigate crime and punishment during Tudor times through re-enactment and drama activities.

We have a range of free teaching and learning resources online for both teachers and pupils, to find out more please visit www.learnwithmuseums.org.uk