Step back in time with our interactive school history workshop, designed to captivate and educate! Through hands-on activities, professional presentations, and engaging simulations, students explore key historical events like WW2 and the Blitz. Perfect for up to 4 classes, our workshop offers an unforgettable day of learning and discovery
We are the No.1 history workshop provider in the UK! In 2023-24 we delivered nearly 700 workshops!
Y3 - Y6, Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The workshop kicks off with an immersive air-raid simulation, featuring an authentic air-raid siren and a real sound recording. After this, I introduce myself and explain the role of the ARP during the Blitz, providing an insightful presentation on the duties of air raid wardens and their crucial role in the war.
ARP Activity: In this hands-on session, students step into the shoes of an ARP Warden. They sign up, don their own black warden helmets, and learn essential duties. Divided into three groups, they’ll use original WW2 tools and techniques, such as extinguishing pretend fires with a Stirrup Pump, moving a model incendiary bomb with a bomb scoop and hoe, and applying the sandbag method to put out a model bomb.
Artefact Investigation: With the largest collection of artefacts, students explore a diverse range of items. They begin with the "Genuine or Reproduction" game to enhance their observation skills, then work in groups to investigate and analyze artefacts using a guided prompt sheet.
First Aid Activity: Students learn vital WW2-era first aid skills, including how to bandage injuries using a triangular bandage and how to move an immobile person with methods from the time. They even get to practice with British Army stretchers!
WW2 Timeline: Through an engaging presentation, students explore the key events of WW2, gaining a deeper understanding of the war's historical significance.
Final Review: The day concludes with a reflective session, reviewing the importance of the Blitz and WW2, as well as the long-term effects on Britain. The presentation of sobering statistics on wartime casualties leaves a lasting impression on both students and teachers.
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1 Class £395+VAT** |
2 Classes £480+VAT** |
3 Classes £565+VAT** |
4 Classes £650+VAT** |
Ancient Egyptian, Maya, Ancient Greek, Roman & Kings and Queens workshops +£10 per class (to cover the cost of resources used, such as papyrus, clay, ink, bark paper).
Prices include travel, unless the only available workshop leader is too great a distance away from your school. We will then email you to inform you of the price to see if you still wish to go ahead.
* 10% discount applies to the price of the workshop, excluding the cost of resources used (see above).
** Schools in: Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, Somerset, Wiltshire, Hampshire, Berkshire, Surrey, Sussex, Kent, Greater London + 10% of the price of the workshop (excluding resources used (see above).
We are the No.1 history workshop provider in the UK! In 2023-24 we delivered nearly 700 workshops! Historic Workshops travel to schools nationwide, to provide highly-engaging, hands-on learning that is second-to-none. We have more 5 star reviews and more testimonials than any other history workshop provider. Our 10 workshop leaders pride themselves in providing a professional service that aims to deliver each workshop to as many children as possible. All of our workshops can cater for 3 or more classes in a single day. Historic Workshops has delivered workshops to hundreds of schools nationwide! We have 8 workshop leaders and we deliver 15 different workshops from the Stone-Age through to World War Two.
Anywhere in England
Anywhere in Wales
