Down House Education Visit
Education
Overview
Explore and discover the authentic Victorian interiors, reflecting the home in which Darwin and his wife Emma raised their children. An immersive on-site exhibition guides you through Darwin's voyage aboard the Beagle from 1831-36, his scientific discoveries and the impact of his revolutionary theories on Victorian society. Continue your voyage outside to the extensive gardens and explore key parts of the site where Darwin undertook some of his experiments!
Learning Resource:
Learning Resource:
- Explore Charles Darwin's home at Down House with our Activity Trail. You can access your learning resource here: Darwin Learning Trail Activity Trail (KS2-KS3)
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Included
KS1 History: Significant historical events, people and places in their own locality; lives of significant individuals in the past who have contributed to national and international achievements
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KS1-2 Science: Working scientifically, animals and plants, living things and their habitats
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KS1-3 History: A local history study
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KS2 History: Study of an aspect or theme in British history that extends pupils’ chronological knowledge beyond 1066
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KS2 Science: Evolution and inheritance
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KS3 History: Ideas, political power, industry and empire: Britain 1745-190
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KS3 Science: Working scientifically, biology: genetics and evolution
