Learning for Schools & Colleges

Bring Learning to Life for schools at The Weald & Downland Living Museum

Our award-winning museum is a wonderful destination for a school trip. We welcome learners of all ages and abilities and are proud to hold both the Sandford Award for Heritage Learning and the Learning Outside the Classroom (LOtC) Quality Badge.

With a focus on our rural heritage and its relevance today, our engaging school workshops bring the past to life through unique storytelling, immersive hands-on activities, and outdoor learning opportunities. Students can also explore our beautiful historic site, where buildings range from the Anglo-Saxon period through to the Edwardian era, offering a fascinating journey through time.

Early Years Foundation Stage

Our EYFS programme uses exploration and discovery-based learning to support the development of our littlest learners and help them to enjoy the Museum.

Key Stage 1

Our KS1 programme uses cross-curricular workshops to support the topics and themes of the National Curriculum.

Key Stage 2

Our KS2 programme uses cross-curricular workshops are a great way to explore life in the past and inspire learning.

Key Stage 3 & 4

Our KS3 & 4 workshops explore our historic buildings and collections, which are key to inspiring students to develop their critical thinking and enquiry skills.

Post-16 Learning: Colleges & Universities

A visit to the Weald and Downland Living Museum is a fantastic way to enhance studies at College and University level.

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What Our Visitors Say

I just wanted to thank your team for a wonderful school trip! Our Year 4 children and staff thoroughly enjoyed it and, as always, all the museum staff and volunteers were so welcoming, engaging and patient with the children.

Liphook school

The trip made our Anglo Saxon topic come to life.

Teacher

The workshops were some of the best examples of outside of the classroom learning I've seen.

Teacher

The Victorian cooking was delicious. We would love to have the recipe so that the children can make them at home.

Teacher

The children have left with lasting memories and a deeper understanding of the topic.

Teacher

Staff and students alike thoroughly enjoyed the workshops and short talks from the volunteers in the houses. Your planning and communication beforehand were excellent and ensured today went smoothly. A day for the Year 7s to remember for a long time to come!

Teacher

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