John Bunyan Museum offers inspiring curriculum-based school visits, and excellent support for teachers. We welcome school visits year-round and offer:
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cross-curriculum learning in History, English, Art and Design and Religious Education
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specialism in KS1 and KS2
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resource pack - packed with lesson plans and ideas for your visit
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atmospheric and safe historic settings (museum and church)
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real historic objects to inspire children
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a study room base where you can keep bags and coats, meet together, and have lunch
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several options nearby to extend your visit
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FREE pre-visit plus help with planning
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outreach session on Local History
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Coach drop-off point at rear of building
MUSEUM BASICS VISIT
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1 to 2-hour museum visits, or full day visits
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Choice of church and museum tours, object handling, and costumed sessions
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Group size: maximum 60
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£1 per pupil
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Hire of study room/ lunch space £15
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Wet-weather picnic option or picnics next door in Castle Garden
OUTREACH SESSION BASICS
Session covers KS1 & 2 local history
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Develops discovery and enquiry skills
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Object handling and costumed session options
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One-hour session costs £60 + 45p per mile (can be repeated for additional classes)
TO BOOK
Complete, save and email us an Expression of Interest Form (download G2 payment form) to start the booking process.
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We will contact you to confirm a date for your visit, costs and other details.
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NB. We require a minimum 2 weeks advance notice.
For more details Contact the curator: 01234 270303
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