Mount Grace Priory Education Visit

Education

Overview

Immerse your class in the history of Mount Grace Priory, from medieval origins to a successful monastery, to a family home. Learn about the life of Carthusian monks in the reconstructed monk's cell, tour the Arts & Crafts manor house, looking out for William Morris designs, and explore the beautiful gardens. Our new Teacher's kit is designed to help you plan your trip, with useful information and ideas for activities and learning opportuinities before, during and after your visit.

Learning Resource:

Our Teachers’ Kits feature historical information and activity suggestions for group leaders of various subjects and key stages. You can access your learning resource here: Mount Grace Priory, House and Gardens Teachers' Kit (KS1-KS4+)

Included

KS1 History: The lives of significant individuals in the past

KS1 Science: Identify and name a variety of plants and animals in their habitats

KS1 Geography: Develop knowledge about their locality.

KS1-2 Art & Design: Know about great artists, craft makers and designers

KS1-3 History: Local history study

KS2 Science: Identify and describe the functions of different parts of flowering plants

KS3 History: Development of Church, state and society in Britain

KS3 Religious Education: How and why individuals and communities express the meanings of their beliefs and values

KS4 Religious Education: Investigate and analyse the beliefs and practices of religions