Wrest Park and Gardens Education Visit
Education
Overview
Wrest Park lends itself to exploration. Your class can explore over 90 acres of landscape design showcasing French, Dutch, Italian and English styles side by side. Find out more about the garden and the people who shaped it, in our exhibition in the house.
Exploring the landscape at Wrest Park is a great way to get outside and support your studies in the fresh air. Take inspiration for your literacy project, enjoy the woodland and read with your class, discover the ecology of the estate and the varied plants. Make use of our education room to complete work relating to your visit and as a lunch space.
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KS2: The Roman Empire and its impact on Britain. A study of an aspect or theme in British history that extends pupils' chronological knowledge beyond 1066.
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KS3: Challenges for Britain, Europe and the wider world 1901 to present. Explore Wrest Park's important role as a wartime hospital.
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KS1-2 Science: Identify and describe the functions of different parts of flowering plants.
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KS2 English: Develop positive attitudes towards and stamina for writing.
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KS3 Geographical Skills and Fieldwork: With vast grounds to explore, students can use compass directions and locational language.
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KS1-4 Art & Design: Produce creative work, exploring ideas and recording experiences.
