Vikings

Viking School Visits

Please note: Workshops only - We visit your school!

Established in 2012, Viking School Visits specialise in bring the Early Medieval (Dark Age) period to life. The time from when the Romans left to the Norman conquest is possibly the most important formative period in our history, and yet most people know little about it.

We work to the highest standards of authenticity and constantly update our knowledge of the latest research into the period. Then we take that knowledge and disseminate it in inventive and child-friendly ways so that historical concepts are clearly understood by your class. We also understand how important it is to encourage enquiry skills with plenty of question time for the children to dig deeper into their own learning.

Why are Viking School Visits a great choice for bringing fun workshops into your school?

We bring full and half day workshops into schools, colleges, universities and museums nationwide. Whether tailored to your specific focus or providing a general overview of the times, students will gain immense benefit from meeting a "real Viking" in the comfort and security of their own classroom.

We provide DBS checks, risk assessments, and teachers are fully supported before and after the visit, with timetables, worksheets and follow-up communication. You can also speak to existing clients before booking to satisfy any queries about our service.

Client comments regularly include "best visit of its kind" and "taught us more in one day than we could have done in a term".

What activities are available during group visits?

Who were the Vikings? Where were they from? Travel, trade and technology: Timelines: War, conquest and settlement: Myth-busting and mythology: Daily Viking life: Women and children: Storytelling: Improvised drama: Law and Order: Food, farming and hunting: Games: Crafts: Life, death and the Viking funeral.

What size groups do you cater for?

From small SEN and home-school groups to week-long whole-school history festivals, we can tailor activities to all ages and stages of learning.

Do you cater for visitors with Special Educational Needs (SEN)?

Yes, we have a wide range of practical hands-on activities and games that are suitable for SEN children. We will also work with you to plan the day and take into account any special considerations so that all children can access the day to their full ability.

Anything else?

We work at all key-stages from pre-school to university and everything in between. We can even organise INSET activities to help you prepare for the topic, or provide team-building days for your staff.

We are fully insured to £10M PLI and hold current DBS checks.

Contact us now for more information and a no-obligation, all-in quotation with no hidden costs.

Small and Local

Current School Trip Offer

Discount are available for smaller groups if local to one of our visitors. To apply for the discount please quote "Small and Local" when enquiring, and include the group size and postcode of the school.

valid until: April 2019

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