Coventry Cathedral West Midlands
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1 Hill Top, Coventry, West Midlands, CV1 5AB
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Listed under: Art and Design | Citizenship | History | Mathematics | Religious Education | School Workshops | Arts & Galleries | Cathedrals. Abbeys. Churches | Historical Heritage | Museums | Offsite
What we offer on a school trip
Our unusual story and buildings mean we have plenty to show pupils about history, mathematics, art, citizenship, PSHE and RE. The burned out medieval Church, the 3rd tallest tower in England, the 1960's modern? building, a huge variety of artworks spanning the last 60 years and our work around the world of bringing hope and reconciliation in Iraq, Nigeria, Israel and Palestine are just some of the reasons you should bring your students to visit us.
Our close proximity to both The Herbert and Coventry Transport Museums mean that a whole day of interactive lively education can be provided with ease.
What makes us a great choice for education?
Our team will guide you and your pupils around the Cathedral during the morning. Of which there is a variety of different tours to choose from. After lunch one of our team will provide a workshop based on your curriculum needs. These can be tailored for your specific curriculum.
Art workshops include sketches, rubbings, design of and creating stained glass windows.
History workshops may include evacuation activities, singing songs from the war,organising rations, creative writing.
RE workshops include dressing up, designs, discussion, creative stained-glass art, creative writing and sketching.
Our maths workshop is a whole day activity of measuring, estimating and enjoying the two building - please email or call for further details.
(If you only have a few hours then opt for a guided tour)
Our team of tutors are ready to guide you and your pupils around. We provide a range of experiences all depends on the age of your pupils and the specific needs of your Curriculum.
Key stage 1
One hour history tour
One hour multi-sensory RE tour
One hour art tour
Key stage 2-4
General: An in-depth tour of both buildings.
Art: A close look at the art of both our buildings.
Sculpture: as above.
History: 12th Century - present day. Take a walk-around visiting the old cathedral, Holy Trinity and the priory gardens.
Blitz : Includes old Cathedral, 1940's kitchen and classroom, Chapel of Unity with a brief look at the new cathedral.
Maths: A trail to encourage discovery and application of shape, symmetry, estimation, circles and measuring angles.
Symbolism: exploring the symbols in both the cathedrals.
Conflict, Peace and Reconciliation: Using the buildings, art and stories to explore a Christian understanding of this theme.
Ceremonies and celebration: A look at the different aspects of the many Christian ceremonies.
Place of worship: Features and furnishings of the cathedral and explanation of their use, symbolism and effect on a believer.
You can also come and use our facilities without having a guided tour. We can provide all the educational resources you need for such a visit by booking our Resource Boxes. We have a range of boxes to suit your requirements. Each box contains teacher information, pupil worksheets and at least one activity.
The teacher information contains all you need to know on the buildings its story and art. This will help you answer any questions the children will ask as they look around.
The pupil worksheets will vary according to which topic you require. On arrival at the Cathedral you will be able to pick up your resource box and use it for the full time you are at the Cathedral. Resources must be returned before you leave.
Resource Boxes available:
Key Stage 1
Place of Worship
General
Key Stage 2
General
World War II
Signs and Symbols
Place of Worship
Art
Key Stage 3
General
Signs and Symbols
Place of Worship
Art
Conflict Peace and Reconciliation
Key Stage 4
General
Place of Worship- Features and Furnishing
Conflict Peace and Reconciliation
If you would like more detail on what each of these contain please contact us. We are happy to tailor these boxes to your requirements.
NON-GUIDED VISIT
If you do not wish to use any of our resources you are of course still welcome to visit the Cathedral with your pupils.
Materials, Resources & Information Provided
We have teacher's packs, worksheets and photo packs suitable for all ages. These were developed by the team and other qualified teachers and link to specific curriculum subjects and Key Stages.
Photography, Filming & Audio Restrictions
We are more than happy for children to take photos, video and recordings within the Cathedral - you just need to let us know in advance.
Risk Assessment Details
You can either call or visit the Cathedral and meet with a member of the team if you wish to discuss your needs further. We do also have information to help you complete your risk assessment forms.
Education Officer Information
Schools Team Leader: Mrs Emma Griffiths
Tel: 024-765-21257
E-mail: Emma.griffiths@coventrycathedral.org.uk
Schools Booking Officer: Stella Timbrell
Tel:024-765-21257
E-mail: stella.timbrell@coventrycathedral.org.uk
(Or write to the above address)
Pricing Information
Adults are FREE of charge within your group.
Whole day Experience
Includes: Guided Tour / Workshop (including all resources) / Optional trip up the Tower £6 per pupil.
Guided Tour
Includes: Introduction to Cathedral / Guided Tour / Access to all areas of the Cathedral:
2 hour-£45 per 20 pupils
Resourced Teacher-led Tour
Includes: Access to most parts of the Old and New Cathedrals / Loan of Subject Specific Resource Box £75 per day.
Non-guided Visit
Includes: Access to some parts of both Old and New Cathedrals / £75 per day.
Clothing Requirements
No, but please remember that the Old Cathedral has no roof - so a waterproof jacket may come in handy.
First Aid Information
We often have first aid officers on site but strongly recommend that groups bring their own.
Available Facilities
We have a small gift shop with pocket money? items for the children to purchase. Although gift bags of various prices can be organized for collection on the day.
