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RSPB Dearne Valley


Supporting curriculum-based learning outdoors

Description

Immerse your class in hands-on learning with an educational school visit to our fabulous nature reserve. Our sessions are led by RSPB education professionals who are specialists in their field and able to engage all abilities, while helping you meet your learning objectives.

It's a great opportunity to inspire your children to talk about their science and geography learning while fully engaging in the great outdoors.
- Curriculum linked half or full day sessions
- Varied and well-paced sessions
- Get pupils working scientifically and using technical vocabulary in context
- Build pupils’ resilience and character
- Potential for ongoing learning back in the classroom

With an exciting indoor classroom, well-equipped visitor centre and a range of excellent education facilities, we offer superb facilities for school visits.

Our meadows, bird hides and ponds also provide a great opportunity for pupils to get a closer look at the Dearne Valley's fascinating wild creatures. Old Moor is the ideal place to bring your class for an unforgettable first-hand experience of nature which brings learning to life.


Reviews

The following reviews have been added by visit leaders using the EVOLVE system.
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2 reviews


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(May 2022 - Primary School)




Staff very knowledgeable, supportive and very helpful. A very easy visit. (June 2019 - Primary School)




Contact

RSPB Dearne Valley
Old Moor Lane
Wombwell
Bolton Upon Dearne
Barnsley
S73OYF
LOtC

Pricing

All prices are per pupil
Early Years & Primary: half day £4; full day £6.50.
Minimum charges apply: £80 (half day); £130 (full day)

Secondary: full day £8;
Minimum charge applies £160

A level/Advanced Higher: full day £10
Minimum charge applies: £160

Opening Times

School sessions run on week days.
Each programme is designed to last two hours. Sessions run from 10am to 12pm and then 12.30 to 2.30pm. Two programmes can be combined to make a whole-day visit.
Please email to check availability.

Supporting curriculum-based learning outdoors

Description

Immerse your class in hands-on learning with an educational school visit to our fabulous nature reserve. Our sessions are led by RSPB education professionals who are specialists in their field and able to engage all abilities, while helping you meet your learning objectives.

It's a great opportunity to inspire your children to talk about their science and geography learning while fully engaging in the great outdoors.
- Curriculum linked half or full day sessions
- Varied and well-paced sessions
- Get pupils working scientifically and using technical vocabulary in context
- Build pupils’ resilience and character
- Potential for ongoing learning back in the classroom

With an exciting indoor classroom, well-equipped visitor centre and a range of excellent education facilities, we offer superb facilities for school visits.

Our meadows, bird hides and ponds also provide a great opportunity for pupils to get a closer look at the Dearne Valley's fascinating wild creatures. Old Moor is the ideal place to bring your class for an unforgettable first-hand experience of nature which brings learning to life.

Pricing

All prices are per pupil
Early Years & Primary: half day £4; full day £6.50.
Minimum charges apply: £80 (half day); £130 (full day)

Secondary: full day £8;
Minimum charge applies £160

A level/Advanced Higher: full day £10
Minimum charge applies: £160

Opening Times

School sessions run on week days.
Each programme is designed to last two hours. Sessions run from 10am to 12pm and then 12.30 to 2.30pm. Two programmes can be combined to make a whole-day visit.
Please email to check availability.

Contact

RSPB Dearne Valley
Old Moor Lane
Wombwell
Bolton Upon Dearne
Barnsley
S73OYF
LOtC

Reviews

The following reviews have been added by visit leaders using the EVOLVE system.
Overview
5.0
2 reviews


Excellent
 
100%

Very Good
 
0%

Average
 
0%

Poor
 
0%

Awful
 
0%

May 2022 - Primary School




June 2019 - Primary School
Staff very knowledgeable, supportive and very helpful. A very easy visit.