Stone Age Explorers School Trip
Edgmond Hall
We specialise in developing character, bringing topics to life, and helping young people to recognise what they are capable of. Set in 43 acres of private woodland, gardens and fields, Edgmond Hall Centre for Outdoor Learning is a perfect base for KS1 and KS2 children to safely explore and to try new things in a supportive environment.
We are part of a family of 4 residential centres owned by Sandwell Council, and we deliver memorable learning experiences through outdoor exploration, adventure, and creative arts.
What activities are available during educational visits?
Building woodland shelters
An introduction to making fire and fire lighting
Creating Stone Age art exploring painting / drawing implements from natural materials.
Making Stone age tools
An introduction to making fire and fire lighting
Creating Stone Age art exploring painting / drawing implements from natural materials.
Making Stone age tools
Which curriculum topics do we cater for?
Prehistory School Trip
Stone Age Bronze Age Iron Age
All activities delivered in the day link to exploring the Stone Age. Teachers and our tutors link back to the module being taught back at school.
Planned with you in advance, we can explore Prehistory, Fossils, Tools, our Ancestors, Hunter Gatherers, Survival, Ancient Artefacts, Crafts, Communities, Archaeology and so on.
Science Physics
>Art
>Bushcraft
>PSHE
>Outdoor Learning
What size groups do we cater for?
Maximum 60 - working in groups of up to 15.
On-site classroom facilities?
Yes We do have the ability to provide a classroom-like environment. You can tell us your group size and any specific requirements in the form below.
Is there first aid on site?
Yes
Groups with Special Educational Needs & Disabilities (SEND)
Behaviour & flexibility
Individual needs discussed before visitFlexible activity pace
Staff support
Risk assessment availablePre-visit familiarisation visit welcome
Pre-visit planning available
Staff experienced with SEND groups
Medical & personal care
Allergy-aware proceduresDietary requirements catered for
First aid trained staff
Learning & communication
Small group sessions availablePhysical accessibility
Accessible paths/surfacesStep-free access
Accessible toilets
Wheelchair accessible
We do cater for children with Special Educational Needs; group leaders should discuss specific needs at the time of booking. We have experience of delivering a wide range of activities and learning opportunities to groups with additional needs. These have included physical impairments, sensory impairments, learning difficulties (ADHD, ASD, MLD, SLD, PMLD, and more), challenging behaviour, acquired brain injuries and life limiting illnesses. Our practitioners have received training on how to communicate and encourage personal and social development for all abilities.
You know your students best; well speak with you to see whether we are able to provide an appropriate environment, programme, and experience for your group. You would be most welcome to visit the site to take a look around and learn more.
Our in-grounds cottage is fully accessible downstairs to wheelchair users. We have an off-road wheelchair available for use that provides access around the grounds.
Teacher Checklist
Get Risk Assessments
LOtC Quality Badge
Anything else?
We have a brilliant, private grounds, with space to play and explore. You may decide to build in an opportunity for children to have the freedom to play during your day. We would discuss your requirements and the exact outline and content of the day to best meet your needs, when planning the day together.
Who are Edgmond Hall?
This day runs from approximately 10:30 to 14:30 and is based in our private outdoor environment to undertake practical activities using experiential learning to: -
* identify some features of the Stone Age period of history (fire, shelters, tools, art) (History)
* work together exploring what life was like for Stone Age people (PSHE)
* explore natural materials used for shelters, fires and art (Science)
* create Stone Age art work looking at stone age style, themes, colours and content.
It's just £13pp and will bring your topic to life, and allow teachers to see children working together in a different way.
Every enquiry gives you a chance to win trips and workshops for your school - We are giving away a free trip for every week of the Autumn term!
Newport Shropshire TF10 8JY
