Romans Experience Day Workshop
Classroom Adventures
Today, you're stepping into the world of Ancient Rome.As the day begins, you'll meet Lucius, a soldier in the Roman army. He's part of a recruitment team, searching for new soldiers to join his legion - and it's his job to make sure Rome's fearsome reputation is upheld.
Through a time-travelling journey, you'll place the Romans in context, understanding where they sit on the timeline and how their empire grew. You'll explore big questions: Why did the Romans invade and conquer? How did they plan campaigns? And what did it mean to live under Roman rule?
Not everyone welcomed the Romans.
As the story unfolds, you'll meet figures such as Boudicca, bringing her rebellion to life through role-play and discussion. Can one individual really change the course of history? Pupils explore resistance, power, and consequence - seeing events from more than one point of view.
Once you've learned the basics, it's time to train like a legionary. You'll be put through your paces, learning your sinistra from your dextra, assembling into formation, and discovering why discipline and teamwork were at the heart of Roman military success.
If you prove yourselves worthy, you may be granted leave. You'll experience how Roman soldiers relaxed, taking part in real Roman games and activities. A visit to the amphitheatre brings the day to a dramatic close, as pupils explore the world of the gladiator, meeting different fighter types and taking part in the spectacle - safely and age-appropriately, of course.
By the end of the day, you'll have experienced life as a Roman soldier, explored empire and rebellion, and handled the equipment that helped Rome rule much of the known world.
Where we travel to
We can visit your school in: East Midlands, West Midlands, London & South East, East of England, South West
What activities are available during this school workshop?
Our Romans Experience Day is a full-day, immersive workshop combining role-play, discussion, physical activity, and object-based learning.
Activities typically include:
- Historical role-play
Bringing key figures such as Boudicca and Claudius to life through guided storytelling.
- Roman military training
Drill, movement, and formation work to understand how the Roman army functioned.
- Roman games and leisure
Exploring how soldiers and civilians spent their free time.
- Weapons and armour
Seeing and handling replica Roman equipment, learning how and why it was used.
- Language and command
Learning simple Latin terms and commands used by Roman soldiers.
Activities typically include:
- Historical role-play
Bringing key figures such as Boudicca and Claudius to life through guided storytelling.
- Roman military training
Drill, movement, and formation work to understand how the Roman army functioned.
- Roman games and leisure
Exploring how soldiers and civilians spent their free time.
- Weapons and armour
Seeing and handling replica Roman equipment, learning how and why it was used.
- Language and command
Learning simple Latin terms and commands used by Roman soldiers.
Which curriculum topics do we cater for?
Drama Workshop
In our Romans Experience Day, children have the opportunity to "be part of the story" as they role-play and act out stories and historical events throughout the day.
Participation is light-hearted and fast paced as the difference scenes and activities weave throughout the day.
Romans Workshop
The Roman Conquest and Hadrians Wall Romanisation and ways of life Roman Buildings The Roman Army Boudicca Rebellion Our Roman Legacy
In our Romans Experience Day pupils will step back nearly 2,000 years to the time of the Roman Empire.
In this day children will:
- Learn about the context of time, comparing their lives to the past.
- Learn real Roman games.
- Learn about slavery, a key part in the functionality of the empire.
- See real (replica) Roman weapons and armour
- Get to participate in activities, including military drill, games and role-play throughout the day.
Plus, much more...
Human Geography
Settlement and land use Economic activity and trade Natural resources
In our Romans Experience Day Pupils will be transported back to the Ancient Roman Empire and discover some of the reasons why, how and when their culture developed the way it did.
Some of the aspects covered in the day include:
- Reasons for Empire expansion
- Resources
- Adaptability to different climates
Plus, much more...
What size groups do we cater for?
Our Romans Experience Day is suitable for mainstream KS2 classes, from single-form entry to four-form entry (approximately 30-120 pupils).
We can accommodate a wide range of group sizes, provided there is:
- a clear hall with sufficient space for movement-based activities
- appropriate staffing to remain with pupils throughout the day
We can accommodate a wide range of group sizes, provided there is:
- a clear hall with sufficient space for movement-based activities
- appropriate staffing to remain with pupils throughout the day
Access for visitors with disabilities
Our days are aimed to be fun and engaging for all.
Our only requirement is that you/your organisation provide the relevant staffing and equipment needed to facilitate any individual's participation.
Our only requirement is that you/your organisation provide the relevant staffing and equipment needed to facilitate any individual's participation.
Visitors with Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Our days are aimed to be fun and engaging for all. Our only requirement is that you/your organisation provide the relevant staffing and equipment needed to facilitate any individual's participation. You must also be aware that we will be bringing various props and equipment with us that are integral to the content of the day. Many of these can cause injury if used incorrectly. Therefore, safety and safeguarding is of upmost concern and we may not be able to deliver a day if behaviour is dangerous or staffing levels are insufficient.
Anything else?
To deliver a high-quality, immersive Romans Experience Day, we require:
- secure on-site parking
- exclusive use of a school hall for the duration of the day
- two trestle tables
- sufficient staff to remain with pupils throughout the workshop
(These requirements allow us to deliver a safe, structured, full-day experience.)
- secure on-site parking
- exclusive use of a school hall for the duration of the day
- two trestle tables
- sufficient staff to remain with pupils throughout the workshop
(These requirements allow us to deliver a safe, structured, full-day experience.)
Who are Classroom Adventures?
- Designed for learning, not just entertainment
Every experience day is carefully structured to support KS2 history objectives, encouraging enquiry, discussion, and critical thinking alongside enjoyment.
- Immersive, full-day experiences
We don't deliver short workshops or assemblies. Each visit is a complete day of learning, allowing pupils time to explore ideas in depth and fully engage with the period.
- Led by costumed historical interpreters
Pupils learn from knowledgeable facilitators who bring history to life through storytelling, discussion, and hands-on activities - not scripts or performances.
- Hands-on, object-based learning
Pupils see and handle replica artefacts, tools, weapons, and equipment, helping them make tangible connections with the past.
- Inclusive and adaptable
Our days are designed to be accessible, with flexibility built in to support a wide range of pupils and school settings.
- Clear structure and professional delivery
We work alongside school staff, maintaining high standards of behaviour, safety, and safeguarding throughout the day.
- Experience you can trust
Classroom Adventures' staff have been delivering educational experience days since 2016, working with schools across the UK to provide high-quality, memorable learning.
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