The Shakespeare Family Homes

What makes us a great choice for education?

Whether you’re introducing Shakespeare to children at KS1 and KS2 or expanding the knowledge of KS3, 4 and 5 students, we offer a range of hands-on and inspiring courses to bring Shakespeare and his works to life. All of our work is delivered by our experienced and knowledgeable education team to pupils of all ages and is carefully designed to be hands-on and engaging. We offer a diverse range of learning activities that bring Shakespeare and British history to life in practical and creative ways and supporting your curriculum.

Accreditation and Awards

We were awarded the Sandford Award in 2015.

What is typically included on our school trips?

We offer a range of hands-on, informative and inspiring courses to bring Shakespeare and his works to life for all ages and key stages. Schools can choose from a range of sessions and options, including admission to the Shakespeare Family Homes. Please see the website for full details of our extensive programme:

www.shakespeare.org.uk/education/schools/

To make a booking or for more information, please email learning@shakespeare.org.uk or telephone 01789 207131.

KS1 

Half-day workshops focusing on Shakespeare’s Tudor family life. Hands-on learning and story-telling rooted in historical discovery:

• Sharing Shakespeare’s Story
• William at Home
• William on the Farm

KS2

A diverse range of learning activities that bring Shakespeare and British history to life in practical and creative ways. Full and half-day workshops and introductory talks:

• Getting to Know Will
• Best Will in the World
• Rich Man, Poor Man
• Tudors Alive!
• The Play’s the Thing
• A Time and Place
• All About Shakespeare
• Will’s Footsteps Birthplace Tour

KS3 and 4

Sessions to inform, engage and excite your students and support your curriculum, all of which can focus on a Shakespeare play of your choice:

• Brush Up Your Shakespeare
• Spotlight
• Will’s Footsteps Birthplace Tour
• Outreach

A Level 

Bespoke talks and sessions designed to suit the need of students working towards examinations set by AQA, Edexcel, OCR, Pre-U, WJEC and IB. All sessions can focus on a Shakespeare play of your choice.

Group Sizes Catered For

School groups must have a minimum ratio of one adult to every eight children (KS1 & KS2) and one to ten (KS3 and above).

Optimum of one class of thirty for workshops, please get in touch to discuss options for larger group sizes.

Large groups will be accommodated but we do ask them to split into parties of approximately 25 when going through the Houses.

Materials, Resources & Information Provided

Developed by the Learning Department, we have a range of educational resources for use in the classroom and to enhance a school trip to Shakespeare’s family homes. These can be found on our website: www.shakespeare.org.uk/education/teaching-resources/.

Photography, Filming & Audio Restrictions

Non-flash photography is permitted within the houses. Video and audio recording is not permitted.

Risk Assessment Details

Assistance is available in preparing the visit risk assessments – free familiarization visits are available for teachers. Please request this at the time of booking.

Education Officer Information

For more information, please contact the Learning department by email: Learning@shakespeare.org.uk or 01789 20713.

Pricing Information

Please see our website for latest costs www.shakespeare.org.uk/education/schools/ or email the Learning Department Learning@shakespeare.org.uk.

Clothing Requirements

No.

First Aid Information

We have First aiders but it is always advisable to provide them within your group.

Available Facilities

There is a gift shop at all of the Shakespeare Houses.

Other facilities vary by house - full details can be found on our website.

Accessibility & Disabled Facilities

The Shakespeare Houses are historic sites and physical access around some of the Houses can be limited. However, our staff are happy to assist in any way possible. Please discuss your needs with the Group Visits team so that they can ensure we are able to provide the experience you are looking for.

Opening Hours & Information

Please see the website for full and up to date information. Hours vary by house and by season.

www.shakespeare.org.uk/visit/plan-your-visit/educational-visits/

Testimonials

“The children have loved the workshop sessions. They have helped to bring things alive for them and they are buzzing with enthusiasm for Shakespeare.”

— ST BARNABAS C OF E FIRST & MIDDLE SCHOOL (KS1)

“This was a fantastic experience for our children and the best school trip I’ve ever been on. Thank you so very much. It’s real for the children – they experience it! I really don’t know how it could be improved.”

— BISHOPS CLEEVE PRIMARY SCHOOL (KS2)

"Wonderfully entertaining, informative and well-judged for A level students. Great Depth of Knowledge and ability to tailor their sessions to our needs."

— KINGSDOWN SCHOOL (KS5)