The castle is an excellent location for ‘a study over time tracing how several aspects of national history are reflected in the locality’ or ‘a study of an aspect or theme in British history that extends pupils’ chronological knowledge beyond 1066’.
What are the key features of Carisbrooke Castle and how has it changed over time? How was the castle defended? Students will learn about five significant people that lived at Carisbrooke Castle and the impact they had on it. This will be done by taking an active role in re-telling of the story of the castle using replica artefacts and costumes. This hands-on workshop also looks at how the development of the castle mirrors what was happening locally, nationally and internationally.
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About Carisbrooke Castle Museum
The oldest museum on the Isle of Wight and housed within the former Governor’s House at the Castle, Carisbrooke Castle Museum was founded as a museum of Isle of Wight history in 1898 by Queen Victoria’s youngest daughter, Princess Beatrice. The origins of the castle date back over a thousand years and it, most famously, served as ‘secure lodgings’ for Charles I during the English Civil War. The Education Officer is a trained archaeologist and qualified teacher with over 25 years of teaching experience. Each workshop is designed to match the curriculum needs of each visiting group. Activities are very hands-on and use a variety of approached to enable all learning styles to be accommodated.
Key information
Level: Key stage 1 and 2
Curriculum links: History, Geography, English
Availability: The availability of on-site workshops changes seasonally, workshops are available in school all year round and can be followed up by a free visit to the castle site.
Duration: 60-75mins
Pupil numbers: 32 (max) per workshop session (64 at the castle when the full site is open)
Cost: at the museum £4.00/pupil (min. £100); in school £100 for 1 class, £175 for 2 classes
This workshop is designed for visits to Carisbrooke Castle Museum but it can also be delivered in schools before or after a visit. It includes self-led resources to guide you around the castle before or after the workshop..
Artefact Boxes
The Heritage Education Service can loan items of historical, archaeological and geological interest to schools. Boxes of original artefacts, replicas and models on a range of topics from dinosaurs to the 1970s can support classroom activities before or after a workshop or museum visit. Loans can be delivered and collected direct to your school for just £45 for up-to eight loan boxes.
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