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STOP PRESS: Able Pupils Maths and Science Day, Years 3 & 4
Each term the Education Department works closely with West Sussex County Council to offer Saturday workshops for Gifted and Talented children from schools throughout West Sussex. We know some of the sessions we offer have proved very popular with schools, and Maths and Science courses are always heavily over-subscribed. Recently the cathedral set the county record for our Mighty Mathematicians course.
We would like to offer a day of similar mathematics and science activities on 15th November 2010 for Gifted and Talented children only from Years 3 & 4, using the same courses and tutors. The day will begin at 10am and end at 2.30pm.
Please telephone for details of cost and how to book (01243 812497).
SCHOOLS, WORKSHOPS, RESOURCES & GUIDED TOURS
Preschool
For very young children, perhaps pre-school age, we can offer specially designed visits, perhaps investigating light and dark or bright and shiny themes! Discuss your particular group's requirements with the Education Department on 01243 812497.
Key Stage 1
Many of the workshops for KS2 can be adapted very successfully for KS1 children - please see below for more detail.
KS1 Workshops
POEMS, PRAYERS & PROMISES
Inspired through handling sessions and/or time spent in the Cathedral, we offer KS1 Specially themed creative workshops. Any of the following subjects can be chosen.
- Rescuers and Evangelists - The Cathedral's own Bishop Bell and/or St Wilfrid linked to other leaders such as Moses and St Paul
- Belonging and Baptism - joining the Christian family
- Church Festivals - this could be Easter, Advent or Christmas
- Remembrance - thinking of special people as well as those who have died (in war?)
BRASS RUBBING
Allows each pupil the chance to complete at least one rubbing. There are many brasses to choose from, including saints, animals, knights and noble ladies.
STAINED GLASS
Enables each pupil to visit and then have a go at creating a stained glass window inspired by one of the Cathedral's windows.
UGLY MUGS
Inspired by the Cathedral's gargoyles and corbels, this is a practical session involving the children creating a small clay gargoyle; this self-dries and can be painted in school later should you wish.
TREASURES IN THE TREASURY
Why not find out if your parish has treasures on display in the Cathedral Treasury and come and see them? There will be a chance to ask questions and the opportunity to sketch something rare close-to.
THE LIFE AND MIRACLES OF ST. RICHARD
Each child is given a part and a costume and the life and miracles of St. Richard are re-enacted in a very lively way through mime. The session culminates in a costumed pilgrimage to the Shrine of St. Richard in the Cathedral, where each pupil will be given a copy of the Prayer of St. Richard.
We also offer KS1 TRIPLES for 5-6 year olds.
These are supported visits to the Cathedral focusing on any three parts/features of the Cathedral and they have been designed especially for younger children. Lasting approximately 30-40 minutes, one of our specially trained KS1 team will inspire and enthuse the children on topics you, the teacher, have chosen! The children will have a short talk (about 5 minuutes) on each of the three topics and then sketch and describe them to take back to school. Popular choices are the font, altar, shrine, spire, Chagall window - but you can choose. Please bring your own paper and pencils for this session.
CHILDREN'S CATHEDRAL TRAIL
At only £1 (90p if 10 or more copies are purchased, 80p if 20 or more). Specially designed for KS1 - KS2, this coloured 10 page trail encourages children to explore the Cathedral and discover things for themselves (although it can be adapted for older ones). It works well as an adult-led activity in small groups.
Key Stage 2We offer workshops on many areas of the curriculum including drama, history, R.E., art and technology. All lend themselves to cross-curricular activities. All involve practical activities and participation by the pupils. DRAMA WORKSHOPSPILGRIMS & PILGRIMAGE  Pilgrims and Pilgrimage
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BRASS RUBBING
Allows each pupil the chance to complete at least one rubbing. There are many brasses to choose from, including saints, animals, knights and noble ladies.
STAINED GLASS
Enables each pupil to visit and then have a go at creating a stained glass window inspired by one of the Cathedral's windows.
UGLY MUGS
Inspired by the Cathedral's gargoyles and corbels, this is a practical session involving the children creating a small clay gargoyle; this self-dries and can be painted in school later should you wish.
TREASURES IN THE TREASURY
Why not find out if your parish has treasures on display in the Cathedral Treasury and come and see them? There will be a chance to ask questions and the opportunity to sketch something rare close-to.
EUCHARIST FOR CHILDREN
Have the Eucharist explained accessibly to your group, whatever the age of the children (no charge).
PILGRIMS' BADGES is another practical session involving everyone having a go at designing and making a "medieval" pilgrim's badge. It links well with the Pilgrims drama workshop.
HERALDRY A short discussion of some of the Cathedral's coats of arms and badges followed by a practical session where each child is encouraged to plan and design an individual coat of arms. A Heraldry Trail is also available on request.
VESTMENTS
The Sacristan will demonstrate the liturgical year through the vestments used in the Cathedral. There will be a chance to ask plenty of questions and do some sketching. This session takes place in the Canons' Vestry and would fit in well with studying signs and symbols.
THE NORMAN CATHEDRAL explores the building of the Cathedral with a dedicated Children's Guide and all join in a practical session building Norman arches.
MEDIEVAL MORNINGS
(see Key Stage 3, are suitable for Yr 6 children or very capable Yr 5)
CHILDREN'S CATHEDRAL TRAIL
At only £1 (90p if 10 or more copies are purchased, 80p if 20 or more). Specially designed for KS1 - KS2, this coloured 10 page trail encourages children to explore the Cathedral and discover things for themselves (although it can be adapted for older ones). It works well as an adult-led activity in small groups.
EXTERNAL TRAIL
A trail looking at the outside of the Cathedral and its surrounding buildings. It takes approximately 50 minutes.
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Key Stage 3
Some of the workshops can be adapted very successfully for KS3, especially Brass Rubbing, Pilgrims' Badges and Heraldry (see above).
We also offer a HISTORY / TECHNOLOGY WORKSHOP, The Norman Cathedral, focusing on medieval Realms.
THE NORMAN CATHEDRAL
Explores the building of the Cathedral with a dedicated Children's Guide and all join in a practical session building Norman arches and perhaps creating vaulting!
VESTMENTS
The Sacristan will demonstrate the liturgical year through the vestments used in the Cathedral. There will be a chance to ask plenty of questions and do some sketching. This session takes place in the Canons' Vestry and would fit in well with studying signs and symbols.
TREASURES IN THE TREASURY
Why not find out if your parish has treasures on display in the Cathedral Treasury and come and see them? There will be a chance to ask questions and the opportunity to sketch something rare close-to.
MEDIEVAL MORNINGS
Especially focused at KS3, each class of children (36 maximum) arrive for two short sessions on Medieval tools and carvings. This is followed by a visit to the Cathedral Library to see the fantastic corbels close-to.
The children will then divide into two smaller groups. One group will do the workshop 'The Norman Cathedral' and the other will do one of the art workshops (Brass Rubbing, Pilgrims' Badges and Heraldry are especially recommended). The groups will then swap activities.
The sessions will start at either 10.00 or 10.30 to suit the school. Obviously, you are most welcome to stay on after the Medieval Morning ends.
Medieval Mornings cost £6.00 a child.
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Key Stage 3 or 4
EUCHARIST FOR CHILDREN
Have the Eucharist explained accessibly to your group, whatever the age of the children (no charge).
Key Stage 4 or Sixth Form
GUIDED TOURS
'Art in a Religious Context' is a popular choice for KS4 and Sixth Form groups, and the Cathedral provides wonderful resources for this with works of art such as The Lazarus Reliefs as well as more contemporary work by John Piper, Hans Feibusch, Graham Sutherland and Marc Chagall.
We also offer occasional Study Days for GCSE and Sixth Form students.
RELIGIOUS STUDIES DAY for GCSE Students - Tuesday 18th January 2011
Contact the Education Officer (education@chichestercathedral.org.uk) for details.
Programme still being finalised - see below for example from previous study day.
New programme to be available shortly.
ARCHAEOLOGY DAY for A2/AS Students
Contact the Education Officer (education@chichestercathedral.org.uk) for dates and details. Usually in October.
See below for example of previous Archaeology Day.
RELIGIOUS STUDIES DAY for A2/AS Students - Tuesday 23rd November 2010
Contact the Education Officer (education@chichestercathedral.org.uk) for details.
The new programme will be available here shortly - see below for example of previous study day.
Special Educational Needs
All of the above programme can be adapted, lengthened or shortened for children with special educational needs.
Please telephone us (01243 812497) to discuss how a visit might best be tailored for your class.
Children's Guided Tours
FOR ALL AGES
WE ALSO OFFER GUIDED TOURS ESPECIALLY FOR CHILDREN
We offer a general children's guided tour of the Cathedral or one more specifically focused to suit your requirements. For example, comparing a church with a Cathedral is a popular choice at KS2. We train our Guides to work with children of all ages; they are experienced at meeting a school's curricular needs.
Please ask for what you want; we will do our very best to deliver.
The Essentials - toilets, lunch, costs, booking ...
WE ALSO OFFER
* THE EDUCATION CENTRE where small groups can eat packed lunches. This is free of charge but needs to be booked in advance.
* TOILET AND COAT FACILITIES for your school group.
* The opportunity to PLAN YOUR DAY IN ADVANCE with the Education Officer and visit in advance.
WHAT WILL IT COST?
(per child, accompanying adults free)
- £2.50 for art workshops
- £2.00 for everything else
- The Children's Cathedral Trail also costs £1 (90p for 10 copies, 80p for 20 copies)
- The new External Trail costs £1 a copy or can be downloaded for free below
- The St Richard Resource Pack costs £5 (materials worth £6 in it!) and is very useful for follow-up work in school
HOW TO BOOK
Discuss your requirements and possible dates with The Education Officer, Mrs Marilyn McInnes, or the Education Assistant, Mrs Lynne Friel,
on 01243 812497 or email education@chichestercathedral.org.uk
Confirmation of your booking will be sent out together with resource materials where relevant.
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