School Select West Midlands by Let's Go! Publishing Ltd

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School Select West Midlands

Welcome to School Select West Midlands

Category Key Use our simple colour-coded sections to view the profiles in School Select. You will also find two indexes, one listing all company profiles (page 6) and one listing all categories in alphabetical order (page 81). See page 5 for more information.

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A Let’s Go! Publication Editorial Barry Bragg Design and Production Neil Rees for Sunrise Design for Publishing Profile Co-ordinators Melissa Bragg, Catherine McLoughlin, and Siobhan Morris Administration Laura Griffiths © Copyright Let’s Go! Publishing Ltd 2010. No part of this publication may be reproduced, either in part or as a whole, without prior written consent. All details are correct at time of publication. For information telephone School Select on 0151 647 9531 or email info@school-select.com. The publisher of School Select and the providers included within expect schools to maintain their usual safeguarding policy when engaging external services.

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School Select is an annual directory of Educational Services available to schools throughout the West Midlands. It has been produced in response to the growing demand from schools, education departments and local councils for a practical guide to use when looking to expand or augment the national curriculum or to satisfy the requirements of the new Social Disadvantage Subsidy Fund. Inside, you will find many established practitioners, offering hundreds of unique and exciting services to West Midlands schools.

Each of the featured companies work as educators, providing a diverse approach to enhanced, alternative or extended education provision. School Select employs a unique and informative layout with each page providing a detailed company profile; an overview of that company’s available services; their relevant qualifications; a testimonial and an outline of practical benefits for schools, teachers and pupils. Each profile also includes an ‘at a glance’ key to indicate those providers who specialise in the following areas of education:

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Disengaged Pupils Fundraising Extended Schools Provision Inset Days Pre School Children SEN School Select will prove a valuable addition to your decision making resources when looking to source external educational services. Whether you need cover for existing curriculum commitments or inspiration for new and stimulating ways to add interest, enrichment, diversity and value, School Select has a broad spectrum of professional, experienced providers to fulfil your requirements. For your convenience, each regional directory is available to view online at www.school-select.com and contains regular updates and links to contributors’ own websites. This issue of School Select has been distributed to many decision makers at every school in West Midlands, Warwickshire, Worcestershire, Staffordshire and Shropshire but if you have any colleagues who might benefit from receiving this or future issues please forward their contact details to me via email at admin@school-select.co.uk. Likewise, we welcome any feedback or suggestions on how we could make this a more useful and relevant publication for you to use in the future.

Melissa Bragg Publisher – School Select

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Index of profiles PROF ILE

Adventure Rope Appletree Beeja Big Foot Blackbrook Zoo Bosworth Battlefield Heritage Centre Britain at War Experience British Science Association Bubblz! Chalemina Cineclub Classroom Medics Closer to the Edge Cotswolds Wildlife Park Creation Climbing Centre CREST Dance Challenge David Hall Debutots Drumvoice Feltworld Funoon Art Schhol Gazebo Theatre Education Global Fusion Groovy Uv Hands-On-Science Health Matters Hereford Starlab Inspirational Science Theatre Jane Stapleton Jim Morris Puppets Johnny Ball Productions Joliba Juggling Jim KAOS Arts inside KAOS Arts outside Laser Station Light House Major Mustard Creative Arts Major Mustard Performing Arts Maths in a Suitcase MTa Learning Nigel Moore n.o.where Past Lives Pigeon Arts Progressive Sports School Radio Science in a Suitcase Smartie Artie Solo Circus Sportscape Starchaser Step Out Arts Stockly Farm The Shakespeare Birthplace Trust

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Category Key Performing Arts Media Sport and Recreation Adventure Activities Creative Arts and Literature Environment and Nature STEM Heritage and Cultures The Built Environment PSHCE Events and Fundraising

Trap Media Tropical Inc Twin Peaks Indoor Climbing Centre Urban Space Products Warwick Arts West Midland Safari Park West Midlands Quaker Peace Education Project Workshops for Schools

Your feedback Have we included the providers you use? School Select showcases a wide selection of educational service providers. We perform extensive research to identify and enrol suitable companies for every publication. We aim to give schools as much variety and choice as possible, to satisfy the many demands of the modern curriculum. Our service providers value the unique opportunity to showcase the many ways their provision can enhance and enrich the learning experience. We are continually searching for new service providers to include in School Select. If, as an education professional, you have worked with any company that may benefit from being featured in the next issue, please forward their details to editor@school-select.com or ask them to contact Melissa on 0151 647 9531.

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“I love drama club. I’ve made great friends there and look forward to it every week. Acting is my dream and I’m so pleased I can do it at school!”

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Juggling Jim Circus Workshops & Performance Jim Millar (Juggling Jim) is an experienced performer and teacher of circus skills. He provides a comprehensive range of services filled with action, excitement and entertainment which are guaranteed to engage, involve and educate children of all ages. He offers hands on skills workshops; circus skills performance or character walkabouts during school fetes or fun days.

“Jim has an effortless way of making complex activities and routines easy to follow. Sensitive to the needs of others, Jim makes sure that everyone enjoys and achieves. A total professional in every way.” Howard Smith, Birmingham Behaviour Support Service

A circus skills workshop is an ideal class activity that can be taught to children of all ages and abilities. It provides an excellent catalyst for group interaction and involvement, with an almost magical ability to engage and enthral all participants. In addition to the physical benefits of this active pastime, everyone who participates will gain a genuine sense of achievement as they begin to master the elementary skills required to perform tricks they thought impossible. Concentration, perseverance and focus will be developed as your pupils tackle these new skills as will their balance, self esteem and rhythm. Skills such as juggling with scarves, clubs and balls or rings can be taught, as can use of diablos, unicycles, spinning plates, tightwire, devilsticks and pedalgos (depending on group size and age). Central to every workshop is the getting everyone involved and having fun and such is the appeal of this unique experience that is never a problem. Circus skills can also be a powerful tool when working with otherwise disaffected or pupils and can help to break down barriers, re engage and open communications. Jim can provide workshops as a one off or several in succession throughout a school day. These can be combined with a performance for the class or a whole school assembly where he can showcase some of his many talents to inspire your pupils for the lessons ahead. Jim is also available to hire solely as a performance artist, either as an end of term show or as part of a school fete or other event and in addition to his stage show he can deliver ‘performance walkabouts’ where he will mix and mingle with the crowd in one of many amusing and inventive costume characters.

Jim offers a flexible service including after school provision tailored to your specific requirements and is happy to mix and match elements of his performance and workshops to meet your desired outcomes. He provides all equipment and has an enhanced CRB clearance and full public liability insurance.

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Public Liability Insurance and CRB checked Suitable for all Key Stages Fetes and Fun Days Workshops Performances

Contact details - Juggling Jim, 106 Westfield Road, Kings Heath, %

Birmingham B14 7SU 0121 444 4346

H 07980 485371

@ jugglingjim123@aol.com : www.jugglingjim.co.uk

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Major Mustard is one of Britain's top touring solo puppeteers and storytellers with over 30 years experience in the art of puppet theatre. He performs everywhere from schools and libraries to Festivals, Theatres and TV. Major Mustard brings tales to life with traditional glove and shadow puppet theatre, storytelling and music that offers a perfect blend of entertainment and education.

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Major Mustard Puppet Shows and Storytelling

“Major Mustard has established a reputation that is secondto-none among small touring companies in Britain.” “One of the few puppet companies which has always maintained the highest standards of presentation, entertainment and craftsmanship in its productions.” Polka Children's Theatre

Major Mustard’s Puppet Theatre Shows These appeal to all ages and guarantee a memorable experience with a repertoire based on a broad mix of traditional and modern stories told in imaginative and exciting ways to enthrall children of all ages. Traditional puppet shows include classics like King Arthur, Cinderella, Robin Hood and The Ugly Duckling while equally entertaining modern productions provide a new slant on the fairytale. The Magical Mustard Pot – Major Mustard has a present - a Magical Mustard Pot... But how does it work? Join Major Mustard in a variety of songs, shadow puppets and stories as he investigates the mysterious and magical Mustard Pot. Little Blue Skid – In this zany comedy, motorbike riding Little Blue Skid Lid and her Granny become involved with an unusual lion that has escaped from the circus - a vegetarian lion! There's a large reward at stake! Will the lion be captured? Is everyone safe? What will happen?

Storytelling Over the years storytelling has been a vital part of every culture throughout the world, providing both entertainment and education. Storytellers take their listeners to new worlds, present them with differing experiences and involve them with new thoughts, ideas and feelings. Major Mustard combines many performance techniques to create a traditional yet unique style of storytelling with a wide repertoire of stories to suit any age between 3 and 11. Animal Tales – A bewitching mixture of well-loved traditional stories of animals, sea creatures and birds from around the world. Some are sung or spoken; others told using tableau puppets, rod puppets and some with dancing jig dolls. Celtic Treasury – A pot-pourri of songs, stories and music from the Celtic lands of Europe told and played by Major Mustard in his own inimitable way in this celebration of the rich heritage of the Celts.

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30 years performance experience Leading UK Puppeteer and Storyteller Variety of entertaining puppet shows Flexible performance packages Suitable for 3 – 11 year olds Engaging Storytelling performances Traditional and modern stories Full CRB certificate

Contact details

Travelling Tales – See and hear songs and stories from around the world retold with amazing and colourful shadow puppets and silhouettes.

- Major Mustard, 1 Carless Avenue, Harborne,

Tales with a Twist – Tales of tricksters and swindlers, people with honey tongues and devious minds, stories with unexpected outcomes!

@ mm@majormustard.com : www.majormustard.com

Birmingham B17 9EG

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Chalemina Historical Workshops and Shows for children aged 2-11 Chalemina give a variety of shows and workshops to children aged 2 to 11 years. We are an early music and dance ensemble. Our presentations always include a wide range of instruments and lots of audience participation. The workshops we offer are: Henry VIII – Britain’s Most Musical Monarch, the Musical Adventures of Sir Francis Drake, and Music and the Industrial Revolution. Workshops last approximately on hour.

“You brought so many fantastic instruments – they loved it!” Head of Music, Chandlings Prep School “The children were absolutely spellbound, a wonderful show.” Barnes Music Society Pat Smith

Tudor Workshop – Performed in costume, with instruments, songs and dances from Henry VIII’s court. Chalemina set this workshop in a historical context. Children learn how the Tudors lived, what they ate, their manners, their clothing, how they kept clean and entertained. Chalemina play many Tudor instruments including harp, lute, crumhorn, hurdy-gurdy and viol. They also dance to the pipe & tabor, compare it to other wind instruments, analyse the mechanism of the hurdygurdy, the shawm and other wind instruments. Discoveries Workshop - The Musical Adventures of Sir Francis Drake – Children aged 7-11 sail with Drake in a musical recreation of his famous Circumnavigation of the World. Chalemina introduce the musicians Drake took on board his cramped ship, together with a huge array of unusual instruments they took and discovered on their travels – dulcimer, crumhorns, pipe and tabor, panpipes, mbira, ud and qanun. Join in singing, dancing and playing with the Tudors and the peoples they met in Africa and South America! Victorian Workshop - Wheels of Wealth and Poverty – The Industrial Revolution brought cotton mills to Lancashire, and wealth to the country. What did Victorian people to do entertain themselves at home and abroad? How did Victoria’s merchant sailors keep fit and how did they keep themselves amused during their long voyages? Ships and factories were driven by coal; but why did miners form brass bands? With children’s participation in dancing and singing, Chalemina illustrate and answer these questions. Historical anecdotes are woven together with song and dance to produce an entertaining and educative mix. Performed in costume by Chalemina, children are encouraged to dress up for this workshop.

Chalemina perform costumed shows with simple sets and early instruments, for children aged 2-10. Their shows have lots of audience participation. Chalemina work as a duo in workshops and shows and are very happy to discuss which show or length of workshop is most suitable for your school’s event.

Key information R Professional Early Music & Dance Ensemble R Costumed Historical workshops with lots of children’s participation R Tudor, Discoveries & Victorian workshops R Costumed children’s theatre, dancing and singing R Many authentic early instruments played, explained, hands on

Contact details Contacts Sara Stowe for Workshops: @ stowe@matspring.demon.co.uk % 07986 933532 or 01865 761966 Contact Barbara Segal for Shows: @ chalemina@thorn.demon.co.uk % 020 7700 4293 or fax 020 7700 5877 : www.chalemie.co.uk

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Bigfoot is an arts education company that sets out to raise standards in education through a creative approach to learning. We provide a variety of workshops and curriculum enrichment programmes that use drama, dance, music, visual art and filmmaking activities to make learning exciting and fun. Bigfoot is helping pupils develop the necessary skills required to meet the challenges of 21st Century Britain, where creativity is leading the way.

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Bigfoot Arts Education A Creative Approach to Learning

“Interaction with the children was 'brilliant!'! Children engaged all the way throughout. Really got them thinking about the issues at hand in a positive way. As usual - well organised, resourced and presented!” Wyndcliffe Primary School

The Bigfooter! Bigfoot’s specialist arts facilitators have been hand picked by Bigfoot and put through a stringent selection and vetting process. Once they’ve chosen the best they then enrol them onto their ground breaking training courses which, once completed, they can be called a ‘Bigfooter’. A ‘Bigfooter’ will arrive at your school with a burning desire to challenge, inspire and motivate your pupils using drama, dance, music, visual art and filmmaking activities, making the curriculum topics fun and engaging.

Bigfoot Programmes The dedicated team of professionals are constantly striving to develop innovative arts education programmes that support and enhance Curriculum subjects. With the ‘Rose Review’ and ‘5 Hours of Culture a Week’ Bigfoot is best placed to help your school meet these new challenges. Bigfoot Creative Supply Services: By using our specialist arts facilitators to deliver day-to-day cover, planned absences and PPA cover at competitive supply rates you’ll never have a bad supply day ever again! Trial the service with a 30% discount! Curriculum Enrichment Days: One day programmes involving interactive character driven assemblies as entry points, followed on by four one-hour workshops and comprehensive resource packs. Choose from a wide range of PSHE & SEAL, Multi-Cultural programmes and Literacy programmes. INSET Training: Use our specialist trainers to come into your school to help teachers realise their own creative potential, giving them the skills and confidence to teach Creatively through whole day INSETS, twilight sessions and Artists in Residence programmes. Extended Services: Bigfoot was recently awarded the Quality Badge for ‘Learning Outside the Classroom’. Schools can choose from a wide variety of after school arts programmes which are facilitator or teacher led, performing arts holiday courses and specially tailored Family Learning programmes. Bigfoot Arts Club Network: We train members of your staff to set up and run after school drama clubs on a sustainable basis through expert CPD, resources and celebratory events. Join up now!

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Partnership with Change4life LOTC Accredited Provider Young G&T Accredited Provider Summer Uni Partner (UK) Quality mark (in progress)

Contact details % 0800 6446034 @ info@bigfoot-theatre.co.uk : www.bigfoot-theatre.co.uk

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Trap Media Group Creative Education Workshops Trap Media support youth by providing highly creative workshops to Schools, Colleges and youth organisations throughout the UK. They have many diverse workshop styles in Dance, Music, Drama & Visual Arts, culture and many more. Trap media engage the best professional artists and presenters and their provision is comprehensive and suitable for all ages and abilities; providing a one stop shop for all your educational workshop requirements.

“The workshops went went really really well. Both she (Gina Chinese Dance Workshop) and the drummer (George African drumming) had to work hard under really difficult conditions, I was really surprised at how well they did. The fact that they were able to get such a large amount of people to join in was amazing. To put it in perspective, we had two other activities throughout the week and neither were able to get the response your two managed.” T. Shindo, Hertford Regional College, Ware

Participants get the opportunity to learn and reproduce the skills they have gained in the workshops, leaving them feeling enlightened, confident and inspired. Prices are very competitive starting from as little as £250 per workshop. Workshops are in demand across the UK and it is advisable to book at least two to three months in advance to secure your date. African Arts Workshops: African Drumming workshops, African Story Telling, Hip Hop Dance Workshops, African Dance Workshops, Brazilian & Afro Cuban Drumming, Reggae & Caribbean Dance Workshops, Samba Dance Workshops, Traditional African Dance, Carnival Masks & Costume Making Workshops, African Textiles Workshops, Brazilian Capoeira Workshops, Hip Hop dance workshops, and many more. Asian Arts: Indian Classical Dance Workshops, Bollywood Dance, Indian Drumming Workshop, Origami Workshops, Henna Workshops, Chinese Ribbon or Fan Dance, Indian Story Telling, Japanese Traditional Dance. Specialist Workshops: Anti Bullying Workshops, Sex Education, Conflict Resolution, Gun & Knife Crime, Enterprise workshops, Self Confidence & Special needs, Drugs Awareness Workshops. Music Workshops: Audio Music Composition Workshops, Music Technology/Production Workshops, Singing Workshops, DJ/Mixing Workshops, Afro-Cuban percussion, Junk/Body percussion workshops, Emceeing Workshops, and more. Dance Workshops: Street Dance, Modern Dance, Contemporary Dance Workshops, Break Dance, Jazz Dance Workshops, Flamenco Dance, Hungarian Workshops, Belly Dancing Workshops, Jive Workshops and Street Jazz. Drama Workshops: Creative Writing, Musical Theatre Workshops, Spoken Word Workshops, Mime, Folk Story telling, Acting Workshops, Drama Improvisation, Shakespeare Workshops, and Physical Theatre Workshops.

Visual Art Workshops/Multimedia: Mask Making Workshops, Sculpture Workshops, Collage Workshops, Drawing Workshops, Costume Workshops, Photography & Short Film, Puppets, Origami, Henna Workshops, DVD production workshops, and many more.

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All Artists hold enhanced CRB clearance Comprehensive range of workshops Cross Curriculum Support 175 Facilitators Nationwide Single Session/Full or Half day bookings £150 voucher for 1st time customers

Contact details - Trap Media Group, 18 Soho Square, London W1D 3QL % 0844 561 7246 or 01908 255 988 @ info@trapmedia.com : www.trapmedia.com

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Warwick Arts Centre’s relationship with schools is fostered and managed by our Education Department. The Department has a very simple aim for all its work – to stimulate creativity, spark imaginations and broaden horizons. And for all participants to have a good time while they’re doing it!

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Warwick Arts Centre’s education programme allows young people to: • Use the arts as a means of achieving a greater understanding of the world • Develop skills in and an understanding of the arts • Have increased access to and appreciation of the arts • Feel a strong sense of pride in their achievements

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Performance for Schools – We programme productions specifically for schools from specialist children’s companies such as Travelling Light, Oily Cart, Theatre Rites and Fevered Sleep. Many productions have a schools’ price attached along with free teacher’s places, including productions by The National Theatre, The RSC, Shared Experience, Kneehigh Theatre, Cheek by Jowl and Michael Clark Dance Company. Learning Opportunities – Through connections with visiting companies and our own in-house work, we offer schools a varied programme of supporting workshops, CPD sessions, postshow talks and education packs. Recent learning opportunities include Twelfth Night in-school workshops from the National Theatre, Inventive Theatremaking workshops for children and masterclasses for teachers supporting Teatro Kismet’s The Mermaid Princess and practical work led by Liam Steel of Stan Won’t Dance in relation to their show, Babel. Arts Education Projects – Home grown projects focus on children for whom involvement in artistic activity is rare and who would not generally visit an Arts Centre. Projects include: • Cov Cool Kids – enables thousands of children in Coventry to work with professional artists to create new drama, dance, music and film and share them with family and friends. • Boys Dancing – encourages hundreds of boys across the West Midlands to experience the challenge, exhilaration, discipline and fun of making and sharing dance. • Start with Art – A new visual art project for Years 1 & 2 – developing visual literacy and artistic sensitivities by making new works inspired by our Sculpture and Colour Trails. Film Education Hub – Funding from Screen WM has allowed the Education Department to expand and develop its film education programme including developing relationships with FE Colleges, consolidating its programme of post-screening discussions and in-depth film talks and creating one of the country’s most comprehensive and varied programmes as part of National Schools Film Week.

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Highly experienced, specialist staff Schools prices on certain shows All Key Stages covered Specialist programming Quality venues Transport subsidy available (conditions apply)

Contact details - Warwick Arts Centre, University of Warwick, Coventry CV4 7AL

% Box Office: 024 7652 4524 % Carly Mee, Education Officer: 024 7657 4786 @ c.mee@warwick.ac.uk : www.warwickartscentre.co.uk

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Joliba African Drum and Dance Workshops David Woolley studied West African Djembe and Djuns under the guidance of Drum/Dance master Almami Kamara aka Maitre Samsou during his time in the Gambia, he also played with members of Allah Tantoo, Follocoh, Canella and African Ballet. During his visit Almami Kamara’s newest group, Joliba, were rehearsing to perform during the new tourist season and David spent some 3 months rehearsing and forming strong links with them. David has been returning to West Africa during the last 10 years as a student and as an Aid for a small charity. “Many thanks for all your hard work, energy and enthusiasm yesterday. You certainly made a favorable impression on all the students;they have given me some really positive feedback regarding your sessions. I look forward to working with you again in the near future on similar projects.” Bill Moss, Head of Music, Weston Road High School, Stafford

Joliba are experienced working with schools, colleges and community groups with workshops tailored to suit all ages and abilities. Their aim is to inspire students and develop their learning with workshops in West African Drumming and Dancing. Drumming is a powerful way to enhance the creative potential of students, giving them self-confidence and selfesteem and is suitable for students of all ages with varied abilities and different backgrounds. Joliba will bring authentic African drums and percussion instruments to your school and lead students through a memorable experience of music and community. Emphasis is placed on learning how to play together through listening, cooperation, respect, and teamwork. With the facilitation of Joliba every participant will get the opportunity to play instruments and the group will create rhythms together. Workshops are flexible and can be tailored to meet requirements. Drum and Dance workshops provide an inspiring and memorable day that is both educational and fun and meets many requirements of the National Curriculum. Depending on age and ability, dance workshops encourage students to move imaginatively, respond to music and to choreographic instruction and to perform to a live audience. Workshops encourage teamwork and increase the awareness of group members as they complete their roles within the dance and enjoy a hugely rewarding experience. African Dance Production explores cultural diversity; study of a diverse art form and physical activity in all of their workshops. Everyone who participates will be able to raise their awareness of another culture; they will be able to learn appreciation and acceptance, which in turn, will help people to relate to each other on a different and more positive level.

All Joliba workshops are hugely popular with schools, providing a hands-on participative day where pupils share the benefit of learning through collaboration and team work.

Key information R R R R

All ages and abilities Workshops for one class or whole school All staff CRB cleared Public Liability Insurance

Contact details - David Woolley, Joliba, 200 Boothen Old Road, Stoke On Trent ST4 4EZ

% 01782 747 879

H 07840 941393 @ david@joliba-drums.co.uk : www.joliba-drums.co.uk

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Solo Circus, aka Mark Russell provides quality, well planned circus skills workshops and shows for primary schools, secondary schools and youth groups nationwide. He offers a flexible and adaptable service suitable for single class or whole school groups. This can incorporate a day or a week long programme, ensuring everyone has fun and gets to learn circus skills in a positive, enjoyable and safe environment.

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Solo Circus Circus Skills For Schools

“The circus skills workshop has been an extremely successful addition to our youth development programme for vulnerable young people. Mark understood the needs of our group and has been flexible and responsive in his approach to designing and running the workshops over the past 3 years. He is a lively and engaging performer, quickly establishing a positive rapport with our young people and holding their attention through his demonstrations and group sessions. I would highly recommend the Solo Circus workshops as a way of engaging young people, developing their sense of achievement and having lots of fun at the same time.” Previous client

Circus skills workshops are a great addition to the school day for pupils and teachers alike. They can be incorporated as part of a health week to encourage exercise, as stand alone sessions or incorporated within the P.E. curriculum. Workshops are usually divided into short 30 minute sessions. During each session a single circus skill is taught to the whole group at the same time. This really helps to aid learning by not over challenging attention spans and focusing on learning one skill at a time. During a typical two hour circus workshop four skills can be taught, for example, ball juggling, plate spinning, diabolo and tight rope. Alternatively, some schools opt to have four one hour sessions each with a different group learning two skills. Learning circus skills is an engaging and inclusive activity for all ages and abilities that will spread a feel good factor around your school. It is a non competitive activity, which is equally appealing to pupils who dislike more conventional physical/sporting activities. Circus skills can instil a genuine sense of achievement from the first minute to the last as skills are learnt in incremental steps. It can also improve concentration and co-ordination and develop discipline, encouraging perseverance through mastering repetitive actions. All workshops include fun demonstrations throughout, in which Mark uses his teaching and performance expertise to make activities educational and fun. Workshop design depends on your specific needs, how many children are present and over what time period. Mark generally structures the day to include two hours of circus skills in the morning and the same again in the afternoon with up to 30 participants per circus workshop but he can be flexible either way to some degree. Circus skills workshops are both educational and fun and can bring together people of different ages with different backgrounds and varied skill levels. Solo circus can cater for all ages and abilities from absolute beginners to advanced jugglers who wish to enhance their skills. Circus skills offered to schools include Ball and Club juggling, Devil Sticks, Hula Hoop, Diabolo, Plate Spinning, Object Balancing (on hand, chin, nose and head), Cigar Boxes, Wire Walking or Tight Rope walking, Stilt walking and Unicycling/pedal-go and mini bicycles.

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Workshops improve confidence Instructor and performer for over 15 years Juggling/clown shows performed £10m Public liability insurance Enhanced CRB certificate

Contact details % 01684 586288 H 07785 394964 @ mark@solocircus.co.uk : www.circus-workshop.co.uk

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Beeja South Asian Dance and Drama Workshops Beeja means ‘seed’ in Hindi. It carries with it a sense of transformation and the start of life. In keeping with its name, the company Beeja aims to generate new ideas and creative ways of working with South Asian dance theater forms.

“Beeja’s contribution was inspiring and professional, enabling 30 young and inexperienced pupils to perform a piece of real artistic quality and value at a major local theatre.” Soo Beer Music Co-ordinator, The Priory and Advanced Skills Teacher for LB of Merton

“Both teachers and staff thoroughly enjoyed the workshops you carried out in schools I have never seen the children so inspired and deeply involved in their dancing. It was lovely.” Rachel Cooke, Moorlands School Southampton

Beeja a collective, draws on the skills of its members — bharatanatyam, bollywood, Indian folk, body conditioning like pilates and yoga, visual arts, music and design — as well as including storytellers and spoken text. It seeks to develop a distinctive way of working that will offer an all-round experience. Beeja choreographs for a diverse range of traditional and innovative spaces and has performed in major theatres, museums and even the London Underground. Beeja creates workshops and residencies for professionals, schools, hospitals, special needs groups and corporate employees. The idea is to create new experiences for the audience, new forms and performers by creating work for new environments. Beeja’s workshops and residencies aim to share the enjoyment of dance, drama and music inspired by South Asian artistic practice. Beeja has extensive experience in working in a wide variety of educational and community setting – schools, museums & community centres. In bharatanatyam workshops the participants experience movements that capture the alignment and expressive beauty of the form. All sessions are accompanied by a percussionist on 'mridungam', a south Indian drum. Activities include experiencing the basic principles of rhythm and melody; enhancing interpersonal skills by working on the emotive aspect of this dance theatre; exploring creative aspects of dance in relation to a relevant topic, or theme. Beeja can deliver One day, or half a day workshops or after school clubs and theme based residencies. The workshop format is devised in consultation with the organisers ensuring that the participants get opportunity to experience and explore the form in a creative and enjoyable manner. Ideally these are conducted by a dancer and a musician or two dancers.

Their INSET training sessions are tailored to support the national curriculum and the needs of the teachers. The programme teaches elements of repertoire and technique. It provides teachers with skills and confidence to incorporate elements and appreciation of Indian classical or folk dance into their teaching.

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South Asian Dance and Drama Workshops, performance and INSET Supports National Curriculum In School or After School provision Half or Full day sessions

Contact details - Beeja, 25 Umfreville Road, London N4 1RY % 020 8372 3268 H 07739 319 566 @ anusha@beeja.com : www.beeja.com

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Lifesize ‘glow-in-the-dark’ fluorescent puppets and object manipulation are Groovy UV’s speciality, and they also work with more traditional puppet types. They are experienced international performers and owner Simon Corlett is a professional puppet-maker and song writer. Groovy UV’s creative approach relies on experiential learning with hands on activities, motivational workshops and inspirational performances that impact on everyone – children, young people, special needs, staff and parents.

Performing Arts

Groovy UV Dayglo Lifesize Puppets

“A highly professional and innovative organisation. Children from 7-16 were enthralled by the hands on participation in these exciting workshops. I would highly recommend them to anybody of whatever age or ability.” Debbie Glenn, Principal, Stagecoach Arts plc (Shrewsbury & Oswestry)

Groovy UV specialise in Blacklight Ultra-Violet Theatre (involving ‘glow-in-the-dark’ puppetry, illusion, physical theatre, puppetmaking and soundtrack creation) and how this can be used to support and promote teaching and learning. The bright, colourful, life-size fluorescent puppets and amazing visual effects they use not only hold the attention, but fire the imagination, stimulating thinking and driving activity. Groovy UV really do put a different light on things – literally! A unique and refreshing style that’s stimulating, engaging and makes teaching and learning easy and enjoyable. Appearances locally include shows and workshops for Dudley Zoo and Castle, PSA Peugeot Coventry, Walsall Leather Museum, Bilston Craft Gallery, the Malvern Fringe Festival, Dudley Limestone Caverns, Tamworth Moat House and a host of schools and colleges. Groovy UV supply puppets to the Gazebo Theatre in Education company and to the entertainment sector. They provide workshops and shows for children, young people, special needs and adults and have conducted after school clubs ranging from infants to college students. They have worked on interschool performance projects at Wolverhampton’s Arena Theatre and collaborated in Creative Partnership projects with schools, colleges and community organisations throughout the Midlands including Willenhall Sports College (Willenhall), St. John’s Primary School (Walsall Wood), Newhall Arts Centre (Wolverhampton), Walsall College of Performing Arts (Shelley Campus) and Greswold Primary School (Solihull).

Key information R Enhanced CRB R Over 20 years professional international experience R Member of Equity and The British Puppet and Model Theatre Guild R The UK’s No.1 Blacklight UV Theatre company R Foundation – Key Stage 5 and beyond

They engage in:

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Creative Partnerships – promoting creative learning Workshops – in puppetry, puppet-making and performance Special Needs – high-impact visual, audio and tactile work After School Clubs – activities for all ages and abilities Curriculum Linked Projects – covering a range of areas Special Events – themed shows for Halloween, Christmas or just a special treat

- Groovy UV, Three-Legs House, 15 Thompson Street, Willenhall WV13 1SY

% 01902 635 739

H 07754 773 652 @ info@groovyuv.org.uk : www.groovyuv.org.uk

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Performing Arts

Drumvoice Training & Events Transforming Through Rhythm Drumvoice bring high energy West African drumming and percussion training to schools, organisations and communities across the UK. Their unique workshops deliver inspirational musical training for both pupils and teachers, bringing the incredible benefits of rhythm into the classroom in a fun and accessible way, and leaving schools with the skills to continue working creatively and confidently with percussion instruments.

“In 20 years of teaching in nursery I have never had such an advanced group to send up to reception in regards to their speaking and listening. I am sure that activities like Ready Steady Drum! have made that difference.”

development. These are powerful and joyful experiences that build trust, communication and mutual support within your team, creating a strong foundation for success in the academic year ahead.

Helen Kenny, Hawkesley Nursery

INSET programmes:

“Thank you for an excellent, professional training day. Our department learnt so much and the feedback has been outstanding. We hope to get you back soon!” Harjit Singh,

• Ready Steady Drum! – Steady Beat for Early Years • Teach the Beat – Working confidently with percussion instruments (Foundation - KS4) • Drumming for Teachers! - Team build & stress relief • Staff Development Packages – Issue based training for CPD

Head of World Percussion, Birmingham Music Service

Founded by expert percussionist, Sarah Westwood, Drumvoice have over ten years’ of experience delivering outstanding music projects in schools and have developed their own unique INSET programmes for teaching staff. They have received endorsements and commendations from a wide range of educational & arts bodies including the Birmingham Music Service, Musicleader West Midlands and Education and Youth Music Action Zones. What will Drumvoice bring to children in your school? Aside from their wonderful range of authentic African instruments, Drumvoice bring energy, enthusiasm and lots of humour to their workshops. Improved health and well-being, communication, teamwork, creativity, improved motor skills, enhanced cultural understanding and social inclusion are just a few of the proven benefits drumming can bring to your school. Drumming is a highly creative way of fulfilling key aspects of the National Curriculum and supporting positive outcomes of the Government programme ‘Every Child Matters’. Children’s Workshops & Residencies: • • • •

The African Drumming Experience African Drumming and Singing Celebration Drumming and Dance African Tie-dye and Bead-Making

Drumvoice Training and Events....For Teachers Drumvoice aim to make exceptional music leadership accessible to all teaching staff. Ready Steady Drum! is one of the unique programmes created for Early Years staff by Drumvoice director, Sarah Westwood. Developed from the inspirational work of renowned educational consultant, Ros Bayley, it offers children a fun and memorable way of learning steady beat awareness – a foundational skill with profound learning implications, especially for language, mathematics, motor skills and social development.

Alongside their facilitator training, Drumvoice also provide invaluable team-building and stress-busting staff training days, as well as issue-based training for continuing professional

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Engaging, inspiring and inclusive Proven benefits to all-round development Supports National Curriculum Early years to KS4 High quality teacher training

Contact details - Drumvoice Training & Events, 126 Park Hill, Moseley, Birmingham B13 8DS

% 0121 442 4976

H 07812 991770 @ sarah@drumvoice.co.uk : www.drumvoice.co.uk

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Gazebo is one of the oldest Theatre in Education companies in the UK and provides inspirational T.I.E. programmes and arts activities for children and young people. In addition to their core education programmes, developed to support Every Child Matters, the National Curriculum, and other initiatives, Gazebo works with community groups, local authorities and regional and national organisations to develop a diverse range of arts and issue based activities.

Performing Arts

Gazebo Theatre In Education TIE Programmes and Activities

“This should be shown in every school.” West Midlands Police “This show has made us rethink our school policy on homophobic bullying.” Coppice School

Gazebo employs artists including, musicians, storytellers, puppeteers, actors, dancers and workshop facilitators to deliver a wealth of projects. They work with over 15,000 young people each year. Their shows, workshops, INSET training and tailor made programmes cover curriculum areas; help with preparation for exams or explore important issues, such as friendship, bullying, drugs misuse, sex education and prejudice. Primary school projects include: Internet safety – developed with reference to the national curriculum. Using fairy tales and art activities to promote safety and raise awareness of the danger of using your personal information online; reinforces "Stranger Danger; underlines the importance of being polite online and teaches children what to do if they feel in danger. If You See a Crocodile – Nursery/Reception Show for 3 to 4 year olds. Back by popular demand, this imaginative one-woman show is available to book throughout 2010! Featuring puppets & popular action songs, this production’s key learning areas include counting, colours, shapes & letters of the alphabet. The programme has been developed to support Early Learning Goals. Running time is approximately 1 hour and the show can be performed for up to 30 children and their parents /carers. Secondary School performance work: Respect – A powerful production combining video and live performance dealing with issues of homophobic bullying, stereotypes, use of homophobic language, peoples prejudices and positive role models. Rivers to Cross – The Second part of the Sweet Tooth Trilogy. Explores issues of racism and prejudice. The production starts with the emancipation of the British Colonies and focuses on the lives of men of African descent who have made great achievements in the face of adversity, including Walter Tull, Ira Aldridge, Paul Robeson, Samuel Coleridge-Taylor, J.J.Thomas, Dr Harold Moody and President Barack Obama. Inset – Gazebo Theatre in Education creates tailor made inset programmes offering teachers the tools to use drama across the curriculum. It works with teachers to: Stimulate imaginations, Inspire and develop current practice, Revitalise lesson content and Share drama techniques. Out of School Activities – As well as supporting the curriculum Gazebo provide a wide range of out of school arts activities taking place in the evenings, weekends and holidays that encourages young people to develop their own artistic skills and imagination.

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Long established TIE Company Curriculum supporting workshops Issue based drama Bespoke programme design Workshops, performances, Inset Projects suitable for all Key Stages Flexible and adaptable service

Contact details - GAZEBO Theatre in Education Company, The Town Hall, Church Street, Bilston WV14 0AP

% 01902 497222

@ info@gazebotie.org : www.gazebotie.org

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Performing Arts

Global Fusion Music & Arts Confidence Through Creativity Global Fusion Music & Arts is a not for profit arts co-operative who have provided artists from around the world for schools, museums, festivals and community events since 2001. They cater for all learning styles and specialise in promoting visual literacy, providing everything from workshops and performances to inset days and full project management.

“The children really enjoyed and learnt a lot from your workshops and the performance of ‘Decades’. We look forward to working with Global Fusion Music & Arts again soon.” Gill Swan, Deputy Head, Cherry Orchard Primary School, Charlton

“The staff all said the sessions were fantastic and the children absolutely loved it. Needless to say, I will keep your email address handy!” Mark Nawrot, Literacy Coordinator, Lewisham Bridge Primary School

GFMA provide: workshops, performances, Inset days and project management with: Musicians, storytellers, puppet shows, children’s theatre, carnivals, parades, capoeira, drummers, dancers, drama, poets, jugglers, acrobats, environmental and recycling workshops. Storytellers – Our storytellers tell stories from around the world with instruments and puppets from many different cultures to suit all religious and other festivals as well as others. (Photographs of past projects available) Parades & Carnivals – GFMA work in schools providing workshops leading up to a carnival and parade, from cultural backgrounds, such as, South America, Africa and the Caribbean. (DVD’s of past projects available) Hands on Collection – GFMA have a ‘Hands on Collection’ of instruments from around the world. We create exhibitions using the collection and teach children to play some of the instruments. Project Management – GFMA project managed the Horniman Museums ‘Fusion Festival’ in 2004 and the ‘Africa 05’ festival in 2005 and are currently working with them on an African festival for 2010. In Greenwich we produced and managed ‘ The Riverside World Music Festival’ in 2004 and the ‘Greenwich Jazz’ 2009 (part of the London Jazz Festival). GFMA working with organisations, such as, The Natural History Museum and Greenwich Heritage Centre have produced many projects for Black History Month. (DVD’s of past projects available) Drama – Drama is one of GFMA’s specialties, we provide workshops on a wide variety of topics including, ‘The Second World War’, ‘The Egyptians’ and ‘Decades’ covering the period from the war to the present day. Drama workshops are bespoke to fit in with different topics to enhance the new curriculum. (DVD’s of past projects available)

Filming projects – Working with schools and young people, GFMA help the participants to: write the script; cast the actors; film; edit; produce the music and screen the end product the film itself. (DVD’s of past projects available).

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All artist and workshop leaders CRB checked £5 Million Public & Employer’s Liability Insurance Experienced workshop providers Indoor and outdoor events All instruments provided by GFMA

Contact details % H @ :

0208 858 9497 07976 941 435 globalfusionarts@yahoo.co.uk www.globalfusionarts.com

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Do you love dance, want to have fun and are aged 5-26 years old? Do you have a group and/or are working on a dance project? Do you want to take part in a life changing event and perform on a world renowned stage? If yes, come to the Dance Challenge™ for Primary, Secondary Schools and Youth Groups - registration is now open!

Performing Arts

Dance Challenge™ Your Talent on a World Renowned Stage!

You can: • • • •

Win awards and FREE dance tuitions Perform at a Central London theatre at our final event Share the stage with professionals Receive positive feedback and professional support

How to get involved: • • • • • • • •

Register at www.dancechallenge.co.uk or call 0845 539 0014 Get a group together (5-25 members) Create your choreography in any style Perform your own dance routine at one of our events Registration is open all year-round Beginners are welcome A team registration fee of £60 applies £5 discount if you mention School Select when booking

Since its establishment in 2005, thousands of young people have taken the Dance Challenge™ at renowned venues across UK. Dance Challenge™ helps young people improve their health, self-esteem, artistic talents and dancing skills and is an ideal opportunity for dancers, choreographers, dance teachers and other artists in the UK to showcase their skills, creativity and enjoyment of dance. Dance Challenge™ entrants are invited to present their work at one of the Regional (Eliminatory events) where performances are reviewed by a panel of professionals who award prizes for performance, creativity, group presentation and innovative choreography. Each participant receives an attendance certificate. Prizes are awarded at each Regional event and more prizes are awarded at the National (Finals). Several local authorities across the UK are partners with Dance Challenge™ including: The Mayor’s Office and the Greater London Authority, London Boroughs of Brent, Harrow, Hillingdon, Kensington and Chelsea, Southwark and Westminster. They are committed participants in the project, contributing their financial and human resources to ensure its success. *Terms and conditions apply

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Challenging and engaging competition Regional and National events Perfect showcase for emerging talent Free induction workshop with professional tutors Ages 5 – 26 and teams of 5 – 25 members Develops fitness, confidence, talents and skills Performance at Central London theatres Local Authority Backing

Contact details - Dance Challenge™, Compass Theatre, Glebe Ave, Ickenham, Middlesex UB10 8PD % 0845 539 0014 @ dance@dancechallenge.co.uk : www.dancechallenge.co.uk

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Media

Media “We were so proud when we watched the film we’d made – it was just amazing that they showed it in the cinema!”

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Media

Cineclub Young Filmmakers Network Cineclub, The Young Filmmakers Network has been up and running since 2004. They have trained 9,000 young people and equipped over 800 teachers with filmmaking skills. By 2012 they will have over 20,000 pupils and 2000 teachers in low budget, high creativity filmmaking. Cineclub will be setting up training events across the Midlands from September 2010.

“A few people have asked me today how the course was and my response had been 'absolutely amazing'. It was honestly one of the most interesting and enjoyable days I've ever had.” Patrick Ball, Sir John Cass Redcoat School “It has been a fantastic experience for all the children involved. They have been inspired by the whole process. We’re looking forward to watching their debut film!” Maria Dennis, Aldersbrook Primary, Wanstead

“Cineclub is a brilliant initiative which has developed filmmaking by children and young people without public funding and without offering hit-and-run projects which leave both kids and teachers frustrated: it deserves to be better known and more widely used.” Cary Bazalgette, Chair, Media Educators Ass.

Cineclub membership Cineclub’s unique membership scheme provides teachers, HLTA’s and youth workers with all the skills they need to run after school filmmaking activities with young people on a sustainable basis across the year. Cineclub set up local networks and forge partnerships with local cinemas so that students can see their work up on the big screen along with their peers. Cineclub have an exclusive arrangement with the UK's most prestigious film school, the National Film & Television School (NFTS) The NFTS recognises the valuable work that teachers and pupils produce and have validated three different levels of accreditation to celebrate both teacher and pupil achievement. Want an after school filmmaking club in your school? Join the revolution NOW!!!

Curriculum Enrichment Filmmaking days As well as our work meeting ECM and Extended Services priorities Cineclub have a range of one day Curriculum Enrichment programmes which are delivered by professional filmmaker educators and come with teacher friendly resource packs. Literacy, Transition, Black History Month and Anti-Bullying programmes. We also operate school holiday filmmaking projects and family learning programmes.

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All Cineclub staff have current enhanced CRB LOTC accredited Accredited filmmaking programme KS2 & 3 100% sustainable programme Applying for QISS accreditation April 10 Termly Cinema Screenings Annual children’s film competitions & festivals

Contact details % 0333 577 9869 @ info@cineclub.org.uk : www.cineclub.org.uk

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Media

Light House Media Education Light House aims to increase the enjoyment and understanding of technologically – based media, in particular film, video, photography and creative media and to emphasise their importance to the cultural, social and economic life of Wolverhampton, the West Midlands and further afield. Light House has a varied programme of media courses and educational activities, photography exhibitions, events, film screenings and festivals that develop and support the growing creative industries in the city and region. “Working with the creative team at Light House gave our students the chance to hone their film-making skills and gain an insight into the world of film production. The support they offered us, from project inception through to completion, was absolutely first class and the culmination of our project, its screening at the London Short Film Festival, was an experience our students will never forget.” Lance Hanson, Redhill School, Stourbridge

Workshops: Light House offers a range of tailored workshops for Key Stages 3/4 and 16+, covering Film, Video Production and Animation and aims to develop a mixture of skills including personal, creative and technical, enabling learners to progress either into the media industries or higher education. Courses are delivered by media industry professionals using industry standard equipment. Diploma: Light House is a training provider for the Creative and Media Diploma. They are experienced in providing contextualised learning for young people and adults as their training is delivered by media professionals and is delivered in a ‘real life’ media environment. Schools are able to add the Creative and Media Diploma to their curriculum by allowing their students to study for level 2 and level 3 requirements at Light House. Work experience: Light House is revolutionising work experience with a programme consisting of structured, high quality work based learning for up to 10 students at a time. The programme is for students aged 14 - 16 who want to pursue a career in animation, film/video production, or screen-based media and provides the chance for a more effective week-long programme of work-based learning. The week consists of practical filmmaking/animation and learning about the day to day running of Light House as a cinema, gallery, training provider and business support agency. Due to the unique nature of this training the charges are £50 per student, and schools may send several students if they wish. Cinema: Light House has a 2 screen cinema and plays host to a diverse range of film festivals and film education events with film discussions and director Q & As. They are the only independent cinema in Wolverhampton and can schedule screenings to suit school requirements and host National Schools Film Week annually. 24

Light House is supported by Screen WM through it’s Investment Fund with funds from The National Lottery through the UK Film Council.

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Key Stages 3/4 and 16+ Provider for the Creative & Media Diploma Bespoke Film Screenings Regular Film Education events Media Education delivered by Industry professionals Bespoke inset training available

Contact details - Light House,The Chubb Buildings, Fryer Street, Wolverhampton, WV1 1HT

% 01902 716055

@ info@light-house.co.uk : www.light-house.co.uk

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Media

School Radio Create Your Own School Radio Station Radio is ideally suited to educational establishments such as primary and secondary schools, and higher education centres. A school radio station provides a cost effective and engaging platform for your students to express their opinions, and to develop communication and listening skills while having lots of fun, and to develop communication and listening skills while having lots of fun.

“Since the start of Radio Warren at the beginning of the autumn term all pupils have had the opportunity to broadcast over the airwaves and The Big Friday Show is the highlight of the school week. There is evidence of a powerful impact of pupils’ speaking and listening skills.” Julie Wharton, SEN Inspector, Shirley Warren School

Radio is an inclusive activity for all ages and abilities which is less intimidating than other media, encourages speaking and listening skills, builds confidence and teamwork and provides a ‘voice’ for your students ideas and opinions. School Radio packages are designed to provide all the equipment that you will need to start your school radio station and a simple interface means that children of all ages and abilities will be able to get involved. Radio can be applied to education in a number of exciting ways. First there are the obvious areas like communication skills, drama and music but there are endless opportunities for schools to explore with their radio equipment. As more schools turn to radio as an educational tool, the range of projects and ideas is growing exponentially.

Make an Advert Pupils create a radio advert for a fictional product. They decide on the product, research similar products, come up with a name and marketing concept for the product. They write a script for the advert, record any necessary sound effects before finally producing their advert. The adverts are then played to the class for review.

Historic Event News Coverage

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Students research a historic event and record a radio news article as if reporting live. They think about what it would have been like to be there, and how it may have been reported to the general public at the time. Students can then write a script for the news article, possibly including interviews with 'key' people involved.

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Record A Radio Play Performing a radio play is easier than putting on a real play as no scenery is needed and students can read from scripts instead of learning lines, but it is also much more interesting than simply reading a play. Students can also consider sound effects and how to create the atmosphere of the play in an 'audio only' environment. Radio is a versatile medium that can be used in almost all areas of education at all levels and will add a new and dynamic dimension to your school curriculum.

Installations from just £5895 + VAT Hundreds of school installations Simple user interface Suitable for all ages and abilities Endless ideas for curriculum enrichment High engagement factor

Contact details - School Radio, 1-2 Maritime House, Maritime Business Park, Livingston Rd, Hessle HU13 0EG % 01482 350700 @ sales@psquared.net : www.schoolradio.co.uk and www.psquared.net

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Media

no.w.here Film and Video Projects and Workshops no.w.here uses film and video to produce innovative projects, events, workshops, and education programmes. They work with schools and colleges interested in exploring their particular needs within the curriculum. They are creating a constantly evolving and exciting portfolio of unique courses and can either make creative use of the facilities at your school or bring cameras, film, digital video and microphones to you.

“We were able to think and work outside of the box, do things that we would not have done but yet still covering the curriculum. It has given pupils the opportunity to look at learning from a different angle and it makes links to their world. The pupils were able to be much more creative and were allowed to use lots more of their own ideas and individuality to get the task done.” Kidbrooke School, Greenwich

no.w.here has run many quality arts projects for young people, and can draw upon a range of skills from many disciplines to use in school projects. They are committed to delivering sustainable projects which develop the skills of students and teachers and which can be replicated and developed once they have left. They welcome you to visit the website at www.kidbrooke.greenwich.sch.uk/essence_archive for recent examples of their creative work in different media. no.w.here specialise in: • Facilitating enrichment or creative days at your school. • Exploring the potentials in the cameras and equipment you have at school. • Examining creativity across different subjects. • Collaborating on innovation within the national curriculum. They aim to: • Cultivate individual creative input, regardless of ability. • Provide courses relevant to subjects being taught in school. • Offer flexible course duration through single sessions or longer residencies. • Offer value for money by tailoring projects to suit any budget. • Create course with learning outcomes relevant to the curriculum & key stages. • Develop students’ practical skills with visual and audio material. • To tailor and address themes proposed by staff. • To initiate final projects and screenings designed and installed by pupils and staff. no.w.here also deliver INSET sessions for staff using school resources and by drawing on their extensive library of artist work can provide a context for teachers to deliver sustainable moving image and sound based projects in the future.

School projects – no.w.here offers several packages for schools which include film making, sound experiments, green screen technology, photograms, cameraless film, super 8, digital video, painting on film, animation, one minute films, photography and final outcomes (screening, exhibition, or webpage). A project can be stretched out over a series of weeks and months or over a few days.

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All artists have enhanced CRB disclosure Creative digital media projects/workshops Flexible bespoke programme design Consultation, delivery and performance Specific relevance to National Curriculum Inset training available

Contact details % 0207 7294494 @ james.holcombe@no-w-here.org.uk : www.no-w-here.org.uk

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Sport and Recreation

Sport and Recreation “Football is everything to me. Playing it, watching it, and living it!”

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Sport and Recreation

Progressive Sports Sports Provision in Schools Progressive Sports prides itself on providing schools and communities with first class, expert Sports provision. The Progressive Sports formula is built on sound values and beliefs, and a willingness to engage young people in physical activity and Sport. Progressive Sports staff are passionate about Sport, and their own professional development. All programmes are delivered to the highest professional standard, helping to empower and invigorate participants. “Progressive Sports have helped us tick many of the key outcomes from Every Child Matters.” Bob Cadman, Headteacher

“I would highly recommend Progressive Sports they have fostered sound relationships with both pupils and staff.” Lester Davies, Headteacher

“Progressive Sports have provided high quality PE lessons for our children.” Dave Shooter, Headteacher

Progressive Sports continues to grow and develop with the needs of its customers, and rise to the challenge of above all... raising standards!

PPA Cover - Headache or opportunity Progressive Sports has real expertise in the implementation and delivery of PPA cover within schools. We have designed a structured - professional and sustainable solution to - PPA, helping to enrich and extend the school’s curriculum in Physical Education. Their staff deliver their own scheme of work, which follows National Curriculum Guidelines and the QCA - covering the games part of the PE curriculum (invasion games, striking and fielding games, net games, and athletics). Free taster sessions are available.

Extended School Activities (ESA) Progressive Sports believes that Sport should be part of every child’s day, with this in mind, and the Government’s overarching aim to ensure that all 5-16 year olds have access to two hours high quality PE and three hours of Sport beyond the curriculum. Collectively this is referred to as the ‘5 Hour Sports Offer’. Progressive Sports will work with you to help with your extended school activities (Breakfast Clubs/Lunch Time Clubs /After School Clubs) and help all children to access their 5 Hours! Progressive Sports activities includes: Multi-Skills, Multi-Sport, Football, Tag Rugby, Hockey, Netball, Basketball, Rounder’s and Kwik Cricket, Dodgeball, Handball, Tri-Golf, Ultimate Frisbee and Streetdance. Free taster sessions are available.

All Progressive Sports staff hold Enhanced CRB Disclosures, have attended Safeguarding Children Workshops and Emergency First Aid. And also have NGB Awards from level 13 in a range of sports.

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Professional Sports cover PPA Cover and Extended Schools provision Free taster sessions available Flexible bespoke package design Qualified experienced sports coaches Full public liability insurance

Contact details Progressive Sports (South Staffordshire) % 0845 094 1827 @ info@progressive-sports.co.uk : www.progressive-sports.co.uk/southstaffordshire Progressive Sports (Walsall & Wolverhampton)

% 07854 932999

@ walsall-wolves@progressive-sports.co.uk : www.progressive-sports.co.uk/walsall-wolverhampton

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Laser Station provides a new approach to an old favourite. Their aim is to bring laser games out from the back streets and into the forefront of high quality leisure destinations. They boast a team dedicated to your enjoyment of futuristic gaming and provide the perfect destination for a rewarding school outing for active pupils. And remember, with Laser Station, you don’t just play this game, you’re in it!

Sport and Recreation

Laser Station The Future of Laser Games

Come and fight to save the galaxy at Laser Station as you take on beings from another planet. Laser Station is wholesome, exciting fun aimed at children and families and perfect for large and small parties everywhere. Laser Station specialises in group events and provides an excellent activity for team building events with an experience that is challenging, rewarding and above all, fun! Laser Station is all about a better way of playing – up to date for the 21st Century! They incorporate all the latest technology, sourced from the farthest reaches of the Universe, to bring YOU the very best laser light gaming experience possible. Laser Station is a unique gaming experience for the 21st Century. Not in a converted warehouse in some back street location, but in the most modern futuristic and safe environment. If you are looking for the ultimate fun activity for a group of pupils or teachers Laser Station GUARANTEE you a time you'll remember. Imagine this…One of our patrol ships has mysteriously disappeared in sector 12. Our long range scanners indicate alien activity. Calling all Space Rangers, report immediately to Laser Station mission control where they will enter our top secret facility. After blasting off on the Laser Station Shuttle armed with the very latest body packs and lasers, they will be briefed on the strange alien transmissions. Search the sector lock-on to the frequency and find the alien craft. You and your pupils have been selected to join in this quest. Only they can save the galaxy from destruction. Will they be ready to accept the challenge and fight the enemy in this superb, state of the art gaming zone? Aliens are waiting around every corner, ready to zap you. Your adrenaline will be pumping, your heart will be pounding as you battle your way through the ultimate Laser game experience. You have been warned! Your Galaxy Needs You! Also available - Twin Peaks Indoor Climbing Centre for a challenging, healthy and confidence building activity. See the Adventure Activities for more details.

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For children aged 6+ All equipment provided Large groups catered for State of the art modern facilities Full insurance and safety checked Risk Assessment available Twin Peaks Indoor Climbing Centre combined activities also available. See the Adventure Activities section for more details

Contact details - Laser Station, Unit 27 Star City, Watson Road Birmingham, B7 5SA

% 0121 328 1235 Why not combine your visit with a trip to Twin Peaks? See page 33

@ info.birmingham@laserstation.co.uk : www.laserstation.co.uk

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Sport and Recreation

Sportscape Leisure Sports Coaching & Development Sportscape Leisure Limited was established in 2004 and has provided bespoke PPA cover and AfterSchool Clubs in Primary Schools in Shropshire, Cheshire and Staffordshire. They provide each and every individual with a fun and structured environment in which the can develop their ‘movement skills for life’ whilst aiding in the development of key life skills. They provide a high-quality product, delivering education through sport, with a range of services meaning they can enhance sports participation and education for children throughout the school in the Foundation Stage, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2. Sportscape Leisure Limited provide a range of sports development packages and are currently working with over 30 schools providing professional, physical education for more than 3000 children every week.. The weekly cover for teacher's PPA time is a flexible multi-sports programme, which is carefully planned with teacher’s to cover the entire physical education curriculum. “Their planning is very thorough and effective showing a need for breadth and balance and they have adapted their delivery to the Cheshire scheme of work” Mrs Jenny Davies, Headteacher, Offley Primary School Throughout the year Sportscape can provide a variety of sports in after-school clubs at each of their schools. This gives all the pupils in the school the opportunity to experience new and different sports throughout the year. Activities are fun, challenging and age appropriate. The sports they have delivered during the after-school clubs include football, netball, cricket, basketball, rugby, athletics, rounders, badminton, tennis, orienteering and gymnastics. In addition to the sport specific ASC programme they have developed a unique multi-skills programme, which is specifically designed for the development of children in Foundation Stage and Key Stage 1 & 2 and is proving very popular. This Sport England initiative focuses on development of children's core sport skills such as agility, balance and coordination.

All Sportscape Leisure coaches are professionally trained by the corresponding Sporting Governing bodies; CRB checked and have attended appropriate Safe Guarding courses, they are dedicated to providing the highest standards of coaching and care. Coaches are continually trained in technical delivery and coaching methods, health and safety and behaviour management strategies.

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PPA, Curriculum cover, After School Services Experienced Qualified sports coaches All coaches CRB checked Flexible bespoke service Teacher Training INSET

Contact details - Sportscape Leisure, 12 Kingfisher Close, Nantwich, Cheshire, CW5 5YE

% 07720 842803

@ info@sportscapeleisure.com : www.sportscapeleisure.com

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Adventure Activities

Adventure Activities â&#x20AC;&#x153;I had the best time when we went kayaking and gorge walking. I never thought I could do all this stuff and was made up when I managed it. We've had so much fun and I really hope we get the chance to do it again.â&#x20AC;?

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Adventure Activities

Creation Climbing Centre The Ultimate Climbing Experience Creation climbing centre works closely with local Councils and has become a popular destination for school bookings with over 10,000 students taught. In 3 years. Climbing offers huge benefits. It encourages physical activity, teaches responsibility and safety and also helps to overcome inherent fear of height with the sense of achievement and satisfaction attained by climbing the challenging walls.

As the biggest indoor climbing centre in the Midlands, Creation was built with climbers in mind and the widest array of wall types and climbing routes to suit all abilities. Since opening in 2004 they have strived to build on their success by providing the ultimate climbing experience. A big part of this is the education and training of new climbers which guarantees the future of the sport while providing an exciting, challenging and rewarding activity for students. The centre continues to expand; creating new rooms, and regularly incorporates new climbing technologies. Creation has tailor designed training packages for schools which cover whole terms. These packages include a complete syllabus that students can work through during their regular visits. It shows them all the basics required to start climbing, the safety issues involved, and then works through a carefully crafted programme to help the group work together as a team to achieve their goals. School climbing sessions are designed to be fun and educational. There are no school rules and no bad marks for getting it wrong. Creation can cater for groups of all abilities including special needs. Their instructors work on a maximum ratio of 1:8, although be-spoke ratios can be arranged if necessary. The group can climb the roped routes; enjoy bouldering on low level walls complete with safety mats, and also participate in the thrill of abseiling. In addition to the climbing experience Creation also offer optional extras to your session which can include 30 minute classroom presentations by qualified staff on such topics as Risk Management, The Physics of Climbing and Leadership & Coaching Skills. Creation offers a flexible service and will try to accommodate your wishes as closely as possible.

Rates for school groups are £50 for the first hour, ratio 1:8. The second consecutive hour is available for just £20. That's an hour session with a fully qualified instructor and all the safety equipment required for just £6.25, or two hours for just £8.75 per person. Early booking is advisable.

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Largest indoor climbing centre in Midlands Climbing, bouldering and abseiling training Suitable all ability levels Experienced, qualified instructors 1:8 Instructor/student ratio Full insurance and safety procedures £50 - 1 Hour or £70 - 2 Hours

Contact details - Creation Climbing Centre, 582 Moseley Road, Birmingham, B12 9AA % (0121) 449 8000 @ creationwall@gmail.com : www.creationwall.co.uk

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Twin Peaks Indoor Climbing Centre is an ideal venue for an exciting and unique school visit. They offer a variety of climbing sessions whether you are looking to complement your physical education curriculum, provide opportunities for personal development, teach climbing skills or just have some fun. For group bookings the climbing centre can accommodate groups in a bright, modern and safe environment.

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Twin Peaks Indoor Climbing Centre The Climb Of Your Life!

The Twin indoor climbing walls of Twin Peaks provide the perfect solution to any school or educational trip needs. They provide a challenging non competitive learning opportunity which is guaranteed to engage pupils from the start and even appeals to students not usually interested in mainstream sports. This healthy, enjoyable and fun activity is a must do experience. It will test your pupils’ resolve and push their boundaries and the feeling of achievement when they reach their targets provides an excellent reward. There are eight different routes up the wall providing a variety of options for participants of all ages and abilities. Each route offers different challenges and the variety available coupled with a team of excellent, fully trained and highly encouraging staff provides perfect developmental fun for all. Twin Peaks has a great record on safety and utilises an automatic belay system and full safety training before the climbing begins. A child’s experience of learning to climb is a memorable one and can help with the development of teamwork, self confidence, trust, motivation and fitness. Climbing enables children to cope with fear and stress, and encourages self reliance and responsibility for others and also provides the perfect opportunity for an unforgettable school trip. Sessions include instruction from fully qualified and experienced instructors and all equipment hire. A proud partner of Change4Life Twin Peaks is doing everything it can to get children active whilst having as much fun as possible. Please enquire about the introduction of climbing clubs and achievement schemes and how you can help your pupils stay active while letting them have fun as well! We recommend you book to avoid disappointment.

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Risk Assessments available Discounts available for block bookings All instructors are fully qualified Large groups welcome Ages 7+ with height restriction of 1.2m Laser Station – futuristic laser tag gaming also available. Please see the Sport and Recreation section for more information

Contact details - Twin Peaks, StarCity, 32 Watson Road, Birmingham B7 5SA

Why not combine your visit with a trip to Laser Station? See page 29

% 0121 328 1235

: www.climbbirmingham.co.uk

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Adventure Activities

The Adventure Rope Course Rope Challenge Courses If you think a ropes course is about getting wet and muddy whilst being shouted at. Think again! The Adventure Rope Course creates rewarding experiences for everyone, offering the perfect location for children’s team building activities that can teach valuable skills for life. With a challenging high ropes course and a fun low ropes course, this is an inclusive activity for all abilities.

“I took a group of 100 students aged 13 -15 with a view to challenging them by not only facing daunting tasks but working with people they had only just met. The students had a wonderful time and have talked nonstop about the activities since returning. The day was well planned with great leaders - we will be back!” M Massey, Assistant Head Teacher, Priory School, Shrewsbury

Above all, the Adventure Rope Course is about having fun which makes learning more memorable and rewarding, and ensures your group event is a day to remember. We can boast a wealth of experience working with teachers and students on a range of topics including: Teamwork, Leadership, Bushcraft and Campcraft, Risk Assessments, Marketing, Leisure and Tourism and Outdoor Leisure Management. We can also assess students against the Edexcel GCSE PE Climbing Syllabus. An Adventure Rope Course activity day will guarantee an experience which incorporates a rewarding mix of mental and physical challenges which will develop balance, agility and mental abilities. We have AALS accreditation and all course Risk Assessments and policy statements are available to view online. Instructor Ratios are maximum 1:12 for activities which include Climbing, High All Aboard, Abseiling, Leap of Faith, Giant Swing, Jacobs Ladder, Parachute Simulator, Crate Stack Challenge, Adventure Tunnelling, Indoor and Outdoor Team-based Problem Solving Tasks. The centre has been designed to be as inclusive as possible. Physical prowess is NOT a requirement to participate and you need never leave the ground in order to be crucial to the success of the day. There is even a staircase running up the tower for easy access! All participants are encouraged to belay (provide the safety cover) for each other and to look out for all of the safety points for each task whether they want to actually try the task themselves or not. We operate a very strict ‘Challenge by Choice’ policy, which leaves each participant to decide how far they want to do. Visitors are never forced or coerced further than they want to go and each participant has a total right of veto.

Adventure Rope Course also operate an outreach programme where we will visit your school and offer indoor and outdoor team-based problem solving tasks, foil fencing, archery, orienteering, bushcraft and campcraft activities. In certain circumstances we can also look at putting up some tree-based activities for the duration of the visit if you have suitable mature trees in your grounds.

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AALS accreditation High instructor to student ratio Engaging and exciting activities Risk assessments and full insurance Physical and mental development All staff have Single Pitch Climbing Award Assessment and First Aid at Work as a minimum R All staff are CRB checked R Full members of the European Rope Course Assoc. R Age 9+, Group sizes from 6 - 150

Contact details - The Adventure Rope Course, The Mercure Albrighton, Hall Hotel & Spa, Ellesmere Road, Albrighton, Shrewsbury, Shropshire SY4 3AG % 01743 232 561 @ steph@adventureropecourse.co.uk : www.adventureropecourse.co.uk

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Learning should be dynamic, holistic and fun. If your school values this statement then we have a proven track record of delivering high quality ‘active outdoor learning’ that will develop the essential personal skills required for life and lifelong learning. Let Closer To The Edge enable your pupils to rise to the challenge!

Adventure Activities

Closer to the Edge Active Outdoor Learning

“A highly professional organisation with excellent staff and facilities” LotC Quality Badge and Adventuremark Assessment (June 2009)

“Closer to the Edge in a box’ LOtC kits are brilliant, it does what it says – engagement improves performance and productivity at all levels.” Paul Elliot, Headteacher South Staffs

Our highly qualified and experienced team use their extensive military training and teaching backgrounds to develop essential learning skills in the outdoors. Creating and developing a positive learning culture is essential if young people are to maximise performance in an inclusive environment. All of our activities have documented and meaningful links to KS2 ‘Essentials for life and learning’ and KS3/4 PLTS. Our ‘Core values of effective team’ are made explicit during activity and review, arming individuals and groups with the knowledge and understanding of their dramatically improved performance. Transfer this practice to other learning environments and create more productive teams and individuals. Our ‘active outdoor learning’ settings include High Ropes, Low Ropes, Survival and Bushcraft, field camps, Woodland Challenge, Mobile Climbing Wall, Problem Solving and Team Development Activities. Our courses range in length, from 2 hours to 5 days. Central to our philosophy is the recognition that individuals have different learning needs according to their varied and multiple intelligences. Whatever the activity we encourage and enable groups to work beyond the ‘comfort zone’ – Once there, heightened awareness and focus allows for meaningful effective learning with significant impact for all attending. Suitable for; KS3/4 & 5 Mainstream, SEN, Inclusion Groups, PRU’s, Prefects, Leadership, Progressive Courses, INSET, Teacher Training Placements etc – through consultation allow us to tailor your course to suit your needs. If you wish to develop and sustain essential personal learning and thinking skills then consider our new active outdoor learning kits; ‘Closer to the Edge in a Box’ is a portable robust box offering a huge range of experiential learning activities. The kit comes with a training package for up to 8 staff who can then facilitate and deliver whole school and ‘In House’. We also provide a consultancy service to enable you to develop your site and deliver purposeful LOtC activities.

Key information R All programmes delivered by qualified teachers, outdoor specialists and ex-service personnel. R LOtC Quality Badge and Adventuremark Providers R Safe, engaging outdoor learning environments. R We can also visit you with mobile provision. R Tailored courses to suit needs of establishment. R Group Sizes 8-150, 2hrs – 5 days. R LOtC learning kits – ‘Closer to the Edge in a Box’ available, KS2-5. R INSET/CPD – In House training provided by CTTE in association with ‘Lighthouse Development’ R AQA accreditation available.

Contact details - Closer to the Edge, Headmaster's House, Wightwick Hall School, Tinacre Hill, Wolverhampton WV6 8DA

% 0845 8802477

@ info@ctte.co.uk : www.closertotheedge.co.uk

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“Art gives me the chance to tell stories and communicate my ideas. I look forward to art club all week and can’t wait to see what we’re working on next.”

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Creative Arts and Literature

Major Mustard Creative and Practical Workshops Major Mustard is one of Britain's top puppeteers and storytellers with over 30 years experience performing across the UK. As well as performances he provides a range of hands on practical, creative and educational workshops in schools and community venues. The range of projects encompasses many disciplines and provides a rewarding and engaging activity for all participants.

Junk Puppet Workshops – Simple but stunningly effective hand puppets created from ‘junk’ materials. A demonstration by Major Mustard is followed with a puppet making session. In the afternoon, participants bring their puppets to life with movement and learn how to give their puppets a voice. The new puppeteers then produce and perform their own show. Shadow Puppet Workshop – The session starts with a performance of a short series of shadow stories, followed by an explanation and demonstration of the techniques required to make the puppets. A 1½ hour making session follows. In the afternoon Major Mustard demonstrates techniques for performing a shadow story and participants all perform with their puppets behind the large screen. Teacher/Leader/Carer Workshops – introduces participants to the varied methods of making "Junk" or "recycled" puppets and demonstrates how to help and encourage children / adults to make this sort of puppet. The workshop also includes a session explaining how to bring puppets to life with action, movements and voices and finishes with ideas on putting performances together; creating a story and the choreography of the show. In addition to his work as a puppeteer Major Mustard is also an accomplished storyteller and can provide: Storytelling Workshop – "Making Stories" and "Telling Stories” are the main elements of a Major Mustard Storytelling Workshop. Tailored for KS1 or KS2 (or older), these workshops help develop listening, speaking and language skills through communication and co-operation. The workshop begins with a performance of short stories. Major Mustard works with the students to discover how stories are made. Then, in pairs or groups, students create their own stories. Major Mustard and the students explore and experiment with ways of presenting and telling their stories and the day culminates with a grand "Storytell". In both performance and workshop Major Mustard encourages a love of language and uses the listening and speaking skills which combined together form the basis of literacy, and are integral to the development of the spoken word.

Over the years Major Mustard has worked in many schools all over the country with performances and puppet-making workshops. Contact details of Head teachers who will be happy to give you their impressions of a Major Mustard visit are available to schools upon request.

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Leading UK puppeteer Experienced Storyteller Workshops suitable for KS1 upwards Flexible delivery programme Supports literacy and numeracy Practical and experiential learning Engaging, hands on experience Develops practical and creative skills

Contact details - Major Mustard, 1 Carless Avenue, Harborne, Birmingham B17 9EG

% 0121 426 4329

@ mm@majormustard.com : www.majormustard.com

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KAOS-ARTS believe that by enabling children to take part in participatory art projects they become empowered, gain pride in their learning environment and (most importantly) have fun along the way ! Create magnificent mosaics, storytelling murals, sparkling textiles, funky friezes signs, sculpture and other fabulous features for your school with KAOS-ARTS!

“Karen is an inspiration to work with. She has listened and guided, raising our awareness on how we can portray the ECM agenda in a way that is child friendly and stimulating. She has translated their ideas exactly and produced work with the children which are of an exceptional standard.”

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KAOS-ARTS

Heather Griffiths, Arts Coordinator Cherry Orchard Primary School, Birmingham

With a PGCE in Art and over 15 years experience of delivering a range of high quality art projects in schools, Karen Osborne, founder of KAOS-ARTS is renowned for her vision and practical experience working with children of all ages abilities and backgrounds. KAOS-ARTS offer a wide portfolio of arts based projects for children to develop new skills and have fun improving the spaces in which they learn. Projects are devised to suit the schools needs and budgets and are excellent value for money, well organised and result in durable high quality 2D & 3D features which enhance the learning environment inside and outside. Magnificent Mosaics 2D & 3D for entrances, halls, walls and other special places. Children learn about the history of mosaic and how to translate designs into high quality mosaics. Sensational Signage can be designed to welcome visitors, to inspire, to encourage using litter bins . For outdoor areas which needs bright and informative signage and a “wow” factor! Fabulous Features includes sculpture, seating, tables, planters, stepping stones, sculpture trails, interactive objects, play areas and nature areas. Storytelling Walls enable children to learn about painting, pattern and colour. The murals can be used as teaching aids (history/world culture) or just to brighten up the learning environment. Tactile Tiles for children from year 3 upwards to get messy with materials and learn how to make tiles in relief form. A huge variety of themes can be explored. Sparkling Textiles which enable children to experiment with techniques to create highly jewelled focal points, hangings and banners for interior spaces. Marvellous Metalwork is a great opportunity for children from year 4 upwards to use traditional tools and techniques to create a spectacular copper feature which incorporates their work. To see KAOS-ARTS’ Architecture and The Built Environment services please turn to page 69.

Key information R Creative consultant, Qualified teacher, CRB, Public Indemnity & Liability Insurance R Working with school development plans, architects and landscape architects R High quality and durable art features designed and created by children R Inspirational , colourful and bespoke R Well organised and excellent value for money

Contact details % O121 441 1677 H 07814314609 @ kaos-arts@hotmail.co.uk : www.kaos-arts.com

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Debutots Early Years Drama Established in 2003, Debutots Early Years Drama is the UK’s premier Drama-in-Education company for the early years. Engaging children with their fun-filled original stories, Debutots classes use interactive storytelling and dramatic play as a learning tool for children up to the end of Key Stage 1. Mapped to the EYFS and KS1 curricula, these unique sessions will empower children with confidence, creativity and a love of language.

“The children really enjoy the after school club. The stories engage their imaginations and they have all developed their ability to express ideas and feelings in a fun and imaginative way. The sessions are so exciting and enjoyable for all. Thank you so much!” Nuala McKinney, St. Finian's Primary School, Belfast

“We were delighted with the Debutots workshops in our school. This was primarily for Key Stage 1 pupils who thoroughly enjoyed all the classes and the improvement in their confidence was evident.” Victoria Park Primary School, Andrea Gourley Headmistress

On a weekly basis, school children are immersed in magical worlds of pretend play where they might physically explore rhyme doing the ‘Snuffle Shuffle’ with Henrietta Hedgehog or learn about road safety with Rafi the Rhino travelling to Safari School for the first time. Debutots has been expertly developed to map with the EYFS and Key Stage 1. The links are clearly outlined in the Debutots Creative Planning Pack© - a planning and observation resource provided to nurseries and schools when they book regular sessions. Nursery and school children enjoy Debutots’ engaging approach to learning as part of their weekly curriculum, an after-school club or during PPA time. Equally, teachers and nursery workers are able to reap the benefits of incorporating an enriching cross-curricular activity into their nursery or school, led by inspiring specialist practitioners who work within the proven Debutots framework. Jackie Ridsdale, Parkside School, where Debutots work weekly with the 2-7’s, sees the change it’s made to their year groups: “The Debutots sessions are excellent. The children are really enjoying it and I notice how valuable it is in helping them to gain confidence and self expression."

Since 2003, nurseries and schools have continued to outsource Debutots’ expertise term after term. Beverley Craig, Nursery Manager at Little Gem’s Nursery, said, “Debutots is fantastic and the children in our nursery really enjoy it. It is very beneficial to the children’s communication skills and we have seen improvement in their memory the way they can recall the stories. We like the way it also follows the curriculum and that’s why we are having Debutots back again into our nursery.”

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Baby Story Play 6mths-2yrs/Early Years Drama 3-7yrs Interactive storytelling and dramatic play Supports national curriculum Accompanying teacher resources One off sessions or regular courses

Contact details % 0117 904 4059 (Head Office) @ enquiries@debutots.co.uk : www.debutots.co.uk

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Briony Jenkins and the team at Pigeon first splashed paint in a classroom in 1999, and since then they’ve just got bolder and brighter. The team have a passion for helping schools with personalised art projects, and specialise in helping schools to devise the right project for their needs. Briony explains her passion here.

At Pigeon Art Workshops we love children’s art and all of the things they make. We never run a session where we don’t see something amazing being made by someone. We like their dribbles and blobs, their mistakes and upside down bits. We like the way they see the world and how they go about showing it.

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Pigeon Art Workshops in Schools

We are a team of artists and teachers who work with children and with adults in schools and organisations. We like the buzz of heads together making something amazing – we like to walk away leaving behind something that wasn’t there when we arrived. We want everyone to get excited and do more when we are gone. If you want something for your school, large or small, take a look around the two websites and see if anything appeals. We try to ring the changes with every single project so yours will look different to what you see there but it will look just as good. We are experienced classroom managers, combining our own art practises with our teaching experience. We can offer mosaics, textiles and 3D; we can work in wood and metal, paint and everything in between. We work indoors and outdoors and make temporary and longer lasting work. We work all the way from the nursery through to school leavers and include Special Needs children and schools.

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Provide two artists to a project All materials are included in quotes Offer In Service Training Can work with clusters of schools Have experience with Special Needs

Contact details % @ : :

Tel: 0794 646 8167 briony@pigeonworkshops.co.uk www.pigeonworkshops.co.uk www.pigeonmosaic.co.uk

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Funoon Art School Islamic Art and Crafts Funoon Art School specializes in Islamic art and crafts. They aim to motivate children in their sessions by captivating their imagination and capabilities by teaching new skills that enrich the curriculum. Many crosscurricular links can be explored including mathematics, history, geography and religion. They have a variety of Workshops to choose from and project work and preparation for events can also be addressed.

Whilst there is no restriction to the creative imagination, some examples of workshops will give an idea of the areas of work they cover. Geometric Pattern Design – introduces students to the principles of geometry underlying Islamic Pattern and develops skills in the recreation of some of these designs using compass and ruler. Tiles and Mosaics – Children create a large tiled design which is divided so that each child has a part of the whole to decorate with glass paints. Embossed Tiles – This workshop involves using a variety of instruments to create a design on quick-drying clay to create tiles. These can later be painted. Small Coloured Mosaic Tiles – Children design patterns using squared paper and traditional examples e.g. eight point stars. Finished patterns are transferred to a hard surface and the appropriate coloured tiles are applied. Repeated Patterns – children observe repeat patterns in Global Islamic Art and experiment with stamping, cutting, sticking, stenciling, tiling, embossing, folding, with many textures and colours. Calligraphy – Writing Arabic Letters using a reed pen and ink or brush and paint. Calligraphy & Other Art Techniques – Calligraphy can made more interesting by using patterned backgrounds on handmade paper by stamping, air-brushing, painting or cutting shapes prior to writing. Creating such a work involves many skills and creativity. Molding – Using a molding preparation a mould is created from Islamic artifacts. The mould can then be filled with plaster to make replicas of the original. Religion – Religious topics such as prayer mat design may be of interest and descriptions from scriptures can provide inspiration for painting with acrylics and other media.

Key information R R R R R R

Workshop adaptable for all ages Support for many curriculum subjects Create lasting decorative artwork Promoting cultural awareness Bespoke workshop design Consultation sessions available

Contact details

Occasions – Workshops around occasions including greeting cards & wrapping paper design for Islamic occasions and other events using Islamic Art styles and techniques.

- Art Team, Funoon Art School, PO Box 15659,

An Introduction to each of the work shops will explain and depict relevant geography and history using audio visual methods and by examining artifacts.

@ info@funoonartschool.com : www.funoonartschool.com

Birmingham B9 9GY

% 07828 966127

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Feltworld work with the ancient art form of felt-making. By using 100% natural wool, silk and linen fibres in their raw state, amazing 2 and 3 dimensional artwork are created. Children gain many new skills and learn interesting historical facts about the origins of felt which will inspire their imagination and form the basis of a story that can be written once Feltworld have gone. They also offer a range of other creative workshops.

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Felt World Creative Courses For All

Feltworlds qualified, experienced practitioners have an engaging approach to teaching, inspiring an enthusiasm for creativity and imagination in children. Work as a team on collaborative works of art or producing individual pieces of work, children generate stimulating ideas, and Feltworld work to help children and teachers to develop new ideas and skills whilst having fun creating amazing and unique artwork for your school. Feltworld can design a package to suit you and your children, supporting and complimenting the National Curriculum and will spend time in consultation to ensure themes match your curriculum requirements. Design & Technology courses cover many techniques and provide inspiration for many 2 and 3 dimensional textile projects. Promoting excellence in design and technology course work. Fundraising – Within the context of fundraising, children make a piece of art work, e.g. a lantern, jewellery or a unique felt bowl which can be sold on a pupil stand at your school fair or event. Children will learn new skills by setting up their own little business project. Inset days – Feltworld can also provide inset events for between 3 and 8 teachers/ support staff, investing them with many valuable sustainable skills, ideas and confidence to enhance their own art classes. Workshops – Feltworlds practitioners design projects are adaptable from Primary through to 6th form • Felt making using 100% natural fibres. Digital photography can also be incorporated in textile work. • Felt Yurt as the Mongolian people still make them today. • Mosaics – Using tiles and recycled materials • Willow lanterns – Adorned with written words and images • Model making using mod rock – Amazing model making techniques • Silk & Batik painting wall hangings – Beautiful fabric effects with little effort • Jewellery design – made from recycled felt, button and beads • Mural art – Large scale works of art, use paint/ recycled materials • Mask making – teaches about other cultures and stimulates imagination

Key information R R R R R R R

Qualified and experienced practitioners CRB Checked & Public liability insurance Members of IFA - International Photographs & CD of the day given Historical facts incorporated in the activities Teacher training for groups up to 8 staff members Workshops for all Key Stages

Contact details % 07966 944817 @ Feltworld58@yahoo.com @ Barbara.meek@hotmail.com : www.feltworld.co.uk

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Environment and Nature

Environment and Nature “We got to stroke newborn lambs and a goat and I pulled a carrot from the ground. Now I’ve asked my dad if we can get an allotment!”

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Tropical Inc is the UK’s largest Animal Educational Company that brings the ZOO to you. Tropical Inc aim to educate students of all ages on the natural behaviour of exotic animals using a varied programme of fun, interactive presentations and displays. For educational establishments they offer a flexible programme, adaptable to any stage of the curriculum from nursery to university with bespoke packages available to cover specific requirements.

“Stephen presented effortlessly and kept their attention for the whole talk, enabling them to interact, ask questions and laugh while learning. I have kept various animals for many years but learned more in these few hours than all years. Purely fantastic!” David Eyles, Lewis School, Pengam

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Tropical Inc. Bringing Science to Life!

Our Presentations Tropical Inc offer unique talks on various environments around the world e.g. The Amazon Rainforest and Deserts. School Presentations are tailored to all key stages of the national Curriculum. Working very closely with Nurseries, primaries, secondaries and universities. Presentations are based on 1 hour sessions which can be tailored to your specific requirements to either introduce a new topic to your class, or consolidate work already done. Topics can consist of:

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Habitats Life Cycles Minibeasts Endangered Species Conservation Camouflage Adaptations Classification of all living things • The Rainforest and Deserts

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Fully Insured and CRB checked Highly Professional, trained staff Available full day/half day or hourly Unique Handling opportunities Supports the National Curriculum

Contact details % 0845 388 1501 H 07521 929 742 @ info@tropicalinc.com : www.tropicalinc.com

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Environment and Nature

Blackbrook Zoological Park Conservation, Education and Fun Blackbrook Zoological Park is home to the largest bird collection in the UK and is internationally renowned for it’s achievements in breeding some of the world’s rarest birds. Conservation is at the heart of Blackbrook where they work hard to protect and breed their many rare species. Blackbrook has also established an extensive education programme to engage pupils with nature and conservation.

Blackbrook is a wonderful place for schools and groups to visit and provides a great opportunity for children to learn about birds and animals. They will tailor a visit to suit your individual requirements and can provide educational tours of the park from their experienced keepers. Blackbrook can accommodate coaches and have good facilities and access for disabled visitors. As well as the gift shop and tearoom, we also have various areas that groups can enjoy a picnic. We also have an education centre for groups to visit which is equipped with tables and chairs. A day at Blackbrook is littered with informative talks which coincide with feeding times. Talks are presented by enthusiastic keepers and last approximately 10-15 minutes including Meet the Keeper – enjoy the chance to see one of our owls up close. ‘Boris’ our European Eagle owl is the largest owl in the world with a wingspan of 5 foot making him a very impressive bird of prey Pelican Feed – An experience not to be missed! These are large impressive birds with a greedy appetite and the largest beak of any bird in the world. Penguin Feed – The fantastic penguin exhibit where you can view the penguins from a raised walkway or an underwater viewing cave. The keepers feed these loveable birds with fish and you can watch as the penguins dive into the water for their food. Lemur Feed – Come experience the wonderful lemurs of Madagascar. The keeper will explain how these old world primates live in the trees on the island of Madagascar and why it is so important to conserve these threatened species.

Blackbrook has a new gift shop and entrance building which is situated in a converted barn and has various fish tanks entwined into the floor and walls. It provides a fantastic welcome to visitors and includes huge windows allowing wonderful views of the park and the entrance waterfall.

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Largest UK bird collection Conservation and breeding programmes Engaging educational talk Free parking, children's play area, and gift shop Full Disabled access/parking/toilets Special admission rates for school groups Free adult ticket for every 5 paying children Disabled visitors/carers pay child’s ticket price

Contact details - Blackbrook Zoological Park, Winkhill, Nr Leek, Staffordshire, ST13 7QR

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H 07970 978363 @ beverley@blackbrookzoomail.co.uk : www.blackbrookzoo.co.uk

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Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens is home to over 250 species of exotic animals in 65 hectares of landscaped parkland. It has an extensive educational programme in place for all key stages and FE/HE Colleges. The Park includes mammals, birds, reptiles and invertebrates in its collection and aspires to promote an understanding of each species’ special features and how they have evolved and adjusted to survive in varied habitats. “Thank you for the lovely day we had at the Cotswold Wildlife Park. The children and staff all had a wonderful time. Could you please pass on our thanks to all your colleagues for making this one of the best summer trips we have ever had.” Francis Baily Primary School, July 2009

Environment and Nature

Cotswold Wildlife Park & Gardens Wildlife and Conservation

The Park is celebrating its 40th Anniversary in 2010. Over the course of the last 39 years, many thousands of children have visited the park with their schools and colleges, some coming back more than once in an academic year as part of their extended course work. In general, our educational programme talks place out in the Park using the animals at hand to illustrate the talk given. The talks are often given by Keepers who work with the animals on view on a daily basis. The Park is proud to have been the first UK zoo to be awarded the Quality Badge by the Council for Learning Outside the Classroom in 2009. The Park’s extensive educational talks and tours programme caters for all areas of the National Curriculum as well as areas of FE and HE. Some talks are given simply to enthuse and inspire children whilst others have specific curriculum goals in mind, as well as enthusing and inspiring participants. Topics on offer range from ‘Caring for Animals’; ‘The World of Plants’ and ‘How Animals Feed’, aimed at reception and KS1 classes, though ‘Enclosure Design’ workshops and ‘Conservation of Endangered Species’ talks aimed at KS3 and 4 applied science courses to ‘Record Keeping and Studbook Management’ for FE and HE students. However, our education co-ordinator is always happy to discuss bespoke talks with teachers and lectures should you want a talk tailored to your curriculum. Our standard talks and tours last from 35 to 40 minutes and are provided free of charge for education groups visiting the Park from September to March. We charge for talks and tours in our busy, summer term, months. For full information of the Park and its facilities for school visits go to the Park’s website at www.cotswoldwildlifepark.co.uk.

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LOtC badge holder Talks and tours for all Key Stages Free appraisal visit for group organiser Bespoke presentations service Supports National Curriculum A range of classroom activities available Free adult ticket with 5 students £10m public liability insurance

Contact details - Bob Joiner, Education Officer, Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens, Burford, Oxfordshire OX18 4JP

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@ education@cotswoldwildlifepark.co.uk : www.cotswoldwildlifepark.co.uk

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Environment and Nature

West Midland Safari Park Interactive Wildlife Education An award winning visitor attraction with inspiring and imaginative tailor-made learning experiences, making wildlife exciting and accessible to all ages. With abundant opportunities to get close to artefacts and animals in a range of talks, tours and displays both on and offsite, WMSP can be an ideal curriculum resource or end of term treat.

“To provide a fun and exciting learning experience that connects people with nature, creates better understanding of the world within which we live, raises awareness of the role of zoos and safari parks and contributes to a future where people live in better harmony with the natural world that surrounds them.” Education Mission Statement

West Midland Safari Park will take your pupils on an unforgettable journey of discovery into the world of wildlife, capturing and stimulating their imagination. Track down Elephant, Rhino, Tiger, Lion, Wallaby, Wolf, Buffalo, Zebra, Gnu, Camel and deer through the four miles of Drive-Through Safari. Covering 100 acres, the animal reserve is home to over 600 animals. It has an all-weather Discovery Trail with attractions like Mark O’Shea’s Reptile World, SeaQuarium, Creepy Crawlies, Twilight Cave and Seal Island which are designed to fascinate, intrigue and educate and in addition, there is a large Amusement Area with multi-ride wristbands available. The Safari Park offers discounted prices for schools and also has a dedicated Education Team to cater for your needs and enhance your learning outside the classroom experience. With a variety of extras available from pre-school meet and greet the animals, to sixth form marketing sessions and tailor made talks. Educational talks – These are great fun and good for learning with 30 minute Discovery Sessions linking your visit to the curriculum and enhancing your learning outside the classroom experience. Sessions are tailored to pupil age and topic choice and are available on site or in your own classroom. KS1 and KS2 sessions include: ‘Creature Features’, ‘Colours and Markings’, ‘Amazing Animal Senses’, ‘Who Eats What’, ‘Moving and Growing’ and ‘Saving Our Planet’. KS3 and KS4 sessions include: ‘Careers with Animals’, ‘Conservation’, ‘I.C.T’, ‘Science in the Workplace’, ‘Animal Behaviour, Enrichment and Training’, ‘Leisure and Tourism’ and ‘Moving and Growing’.

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Educational tours - A Walking Safari with a briefing in the Discovery Centre, and a guided tour of Twilight Cave; Creepy Crawlies; SeaQuarium and the Reptile House providing opportunities to satisfy those curious minds.

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Educational tour guide on your coach - an experienced Safari Ranger will accompany your coach during the drive through the reserves and help you learn about the fantastic variety of large exotic animals that form the wildlife conservation collection.

Educational classroom facility – complete with state of the art technology, seats up to 50 pupils theatre style, or 30 with tables – may be hired by the hour for your own sessions, or even as a private lunch area.

Downloadable worksheets and risk assessments Free teacher places and preview tickets Discounted school admission and ride wristbands Curriculum based sessions on site and in your school

Contact details - West Midland Safari and Leisure Park, Spring Grove, Bewdley, Worcs DY12 1LF

% 01299 404888

@ education@wmsp.co.uk : www.wmsp.co.uk/education

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At Stockley Farm in Northwich, schools and teaching establishments enjoy a unique learning opportunity. They have programmes for both Primary and Secondary Schools and offer specialised educational packages to Colleges and Universities. With 20 years experience, Stockley Farm has a range of packages designed to make learning interactive, exciting and fun.

“Another fantastic day on the subject of 'Organic Farming' thoroughly enjoyed by both staff and pupils alike. The day was extremely well prepared with excellent resources and handouts. The day was split into short sessions broken up by fun yet educational activities where the students enjoyed being hands on with feeding the animals.”

Environment and Nature

Stockley Farm Park Educational visits

Helen Cameron, St Nicholas Catholic High, Northwich

Early Years Foundation Stage and Key Stage 1 pupils visiting Stockley Farm will experience a day full of fun activities. They will meet and feed the animals, bottle feed the baby lambs and goats, ride on the tractor and trailer and take a walk through the woodland nature trail. During the visit there is a wide selection of farm animals to see as well as horses and ponies and the birds of prey. Visits also include a trip to the popular 'Pets Corner' where children have the opportuntity to hold a selection of baby animals. After lunch there is time to enjoy the excellent play facilities before the afternoon activities commence. Children have the opportunity to make a book mark and there is a selection of talks to choose from, designed to meet their educational requirements. Farm staff are happy to work with your school if there is a specific subject area you would like to cover during your visit. For Key Stage 1 and 2 Stockley Farm can provide ‘On Farm Workshops’ with a flexible approach to teaching depending on the needs of individual classes. They can combine subjects or do a whole day on one topic and can work to National Curriculum Attainment Targets and link topics to QCA schemes of work. They aim to cover relevant topic areas while keeping the learning experience interactive, with practical sessions throughout the day. Subjects currently available include: Food and Farming, Interdependence and Adaptation, Organic Farming, Taking Care of Animals and Life processes and Living things. The Farm is a mixed organic dairy and arable farm. The business incorporates the Open Farm Visitor Attraction and Riverford on Stockley Farm Organics. The diversity of the business means that they can offer GCSE and A Level studies in geography, food and farming, organic farming, leisure and tourism, business studies and science based subjects for example selective breeding in plants and animals.

Key information R Accredited to The National Association of Farms for Schools R Sufficient car and coach parking facilities R Undercover facilities for wet weather R Public Liability and appropriate Employers Liability Insurance R Downloadable risk assessment R Accredited CEVAS R Environ. Health approved - handwashing facilities

Harvest time is a very important time of year at the farm. Visits in September and October include a trip to the vegetable field, children can see where and learn how we grow the vegetables and crops at the farm through to harvesting them.

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Christmas is a very special time of year at the farm. Children can meet and feed the animals, visit Father Christmas in his magical winter wonderland, and join the Stockley Farm animals in our traditional nativity story. Early booking is essential.

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- Stockley Farm Park, Stockley Farm, Arley, Northwich, Cheshire CW9 6LZ

@ enquiries@stockleyfarm.co.uk : www.stockleyfarm.co.uk

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STEM

STEM “Our science club is a fun way to learn about science without having to sit and listen to a lecture for an hour. It helps me understand stuff that I’ve done in science class and learn more about it.”

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Hereford Starlab The Solar System in School Hereford Starlab is a mobile planetarium bringing the Solar System and the Stars to your school with a range of inspiring and educational, instructor led shows that bring science to life. Starlab consists of a semispherical inflatable dome and a highly versatile projector which can be installed in just 20 minutes and wheel chair users and people with special needs can be accommodated easily.

Comments from headteachers: “Superb planetarium shows” “A very special experience” Comments from children: “It was brilliant when you put the stars up” “Helped me comprehend the solar system” “Cool, really cool”

When fitted with the northern starfield cylinder, the projector will show 3,000 stars, Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter and Saturn. The cylinder platform can be rotated manually or automatically to allow for seasonal changes, sunrise, sunset, multiphase moon or global rotation. It can also be set for any month of the year, time of day and geographic location. A variety of projection cylinders are available including Greek Mythology, (mythological figures are projected upon a starry background) or likewise for Ancient Egyptian Mythology. A portable Camera Obscura is also available. Shows are available for KS1 – 3 including, Physical Processes the Earth and Beyond, demonstrating the relative positions and orbits of the Earth and Moon with respect to the Sun and explaining day, night, the seasons and the changing Moon. A journey through the Solar System follows, showing slides of the Sun and planets and an explanation of the Sun as a star and the source of energy for the planetary system. Constellations are shown and the method of finding the Pole star is demonstrated along with the importance of Polaris for navigation.

The Light, Dark and Colour show provides pupils with a new and exciting experience of Light and Dark, expanding the concepts of colours, rainbows, shadows and light, day and night within the darkness of the planetarium. The interior is illuminated by a projector and coloured filters are used to demonstrate different coloured lights. The children can see what new colours are made when various filters are mixed together. The colours of the rainbow are shown using a prism and a curved rainbow is produced on the side of the dome. The concept of the sun giving us light and shadows (darkness) is introduced and long and short shadows are demonstrated. The earth-ball is used to show how day and night are caused as the Earth turns in the light of the Sun. Mythological figures in their constellations are then shown and some of the myths and legends associated with the major constellations told.

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Fully mobile planetarium Range of age appropriate shows Instructor led performances Suitable for wheelchair access and SEN pupils Variety of scientific subjects covered Accommodate class size groups, plus teachers

Contact details - Hereford Starlab, Brockaly, Broxwood, Leominster HR6 9JS

% 01544 388 000

@ steve@hereford-starlab.co.uk : www.hereford-starlab.co.uk

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CREST Awards National STEM Award Scheme CREST is Britain’s largest national award scheme for project work in the STEM subjects – 25,000 young people have achieved CREST Awards in the last year alone. Run by the British Science Association, CREST gives young people aged 11-19 opportunities to explore real world projects in an exciting way – both in and out of class.

“I believe one of the greatest benefits the British Science Association brings is its efforts to enthuse young people about science.” Professor Robert Winston

CREST was established over 23 years ago. Since then, more than 300,000 young people have achieved a CREST Award. There are three levels of CREST Award – Bronze (typically 1114yrs), Silver (typically 14-16yrs) and Gold (typically 16-19yrs). Each is extremely flexible – students can carry out an investigation or design and make project, research a subject, or design a science communication activity. Students are encouraged to follow their own interests. The scheme is supported through an established network of around 40 Local Coordinators across the UK.

CREST helps 11-19 yr olds explore their fascination with the world –and adds value to your teaching. CREST’s flexible awards scheme caters for communication, research and design & make projects. Linking closely to the curriculum while building soft-skills, it gives students a tangible achievement for their curiosity.

The joy of the scheme is that it unlocks the potential or all students, and gives them a tangible recognition of success. CREST Awards can be included in personal records of achievement – and used to enhance applications to universities, colleges and potential employers. When you enter your students for a CREST Award, you can also be confident that they will be developing skills linked to the requirements of the curriculum. CREST is designed to be flexible. Project work can be achieved within curriculum time and will support work experience placements, after-schools clubs or numerous linked schemes including: the Engineering Educational Scheme, Go4SET, The Smallpeice Trust’s Engineering Experience Courses and Nuffield Science Bursaries, giving them a national currency and ensuring quality standards. At Silver and Gold levels, CREST Mentors facilitate links between schools, academia and industry. CREST has a strong, positive impact on students' attitudes to STEM and improves their aspirations for STEM-based careers. Many teachers feel that the scheme helps inform their teaching too.

Each year the achievements of CREST students are celebrated at the regional and national Big Bang events – and this year a CREST Award winner was named UK Young Scientist of the Year at the National Science & Engineering Competition.

Now that’s a lot of questions answered.

www.britishscienceassociation.org/crest

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An established, nationally recognised award Flexible and geared to encourage innovation Suitable for Key Stages 3, 4 and 5 Great for Science, D&T and Maths Linked to the National Science & Engineering Competition

Contact details Find your CREST Local Coordinator at: : www.britishscienceassociation.org/crest % 020 7019 4943

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Starchaser Industries Launching Learners into Science BLAST OFF! on a virtual learning journey from Earth to the furthest reaches of the known Universe. Enrich your educational experience by taking advantage of Starchaser's fantastic and varied SPACE4SCHOOLS programmes, covering subjects ranging from rocket propulsion to the exploration of the Solar System.

“The whole school buzzed all week. So much was gained in all curriculum areas. It was a brilliant experience for everyone” Mrs. Newell, St. Bartholomew’s R.C. Primary school

Certified by the Space Foundation, their dedicated team offer many cutting-edge presentations and exhibits supporting the national curriculum and helping pupils understand the universe and outer space. The programme covers physics, chemistry, maths, history and other important areas including problem solving and team work, which are as equally important to space exploration as they are to learning life skills. Bring Cape Canaveral to your school car park with SKYBOLT, a reusable space rocket that is being specially engineered by the Starchaser team. Older pupils can even try their hand at reallife rocket science by building their own rockets with the ‘Rocket Factory’ series of workshops, lasting around 45 minutes for ‘Rocket Factory 1’ (also available for younger pupils); up to three hours for ‘Rocket Factory 2’ and a full day for ‘Rocket Factory Plus’ or Starchaser’s ‘START Rocket Technology Day’. Discover (human!) life in outer space with ‘At Home in Space’, a presentation and interactive discussion (50 minutes sessions) on how humans survive in space or take one giant leap into understanding how man walked on the moon with the ‘One Small Step’ Presentation. There is also an exciting, interactive ‘Propulsion Lab’ Show where older pupils are introduced to Newtonian mechanics and learn how to apply them to rocket science, or the ‘Cosmic Chemistry’ presentation (which can be adapted for KS2 pupils) where pupils learn about the past, present and future of the Universe.

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Pupils will learn about the history and future of space travel through presentations delivered by Starchaser’s Space4Schools team as well as a range of guest speakers. Younger classes are invited to sit under the stars in the Stardome Planetarium (which can be installed in your school hall) and learn about the Solar System or boldly go on a Science Quest, learning about ‘electricity and light’ in KS1 or ‘Forces and Earth and beyond’ in KS2.

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These are just some of the interesting and educational exhibits offered by Starchaser’s Space 4 Schools, who are based in Cheshire but travel to schools across the country. This popular programme has something to suit all ages and is guaranteed to engage the interest and imagination of your pupils and ignite a genuine fascination for STEM subjects and the universe.

- Starchaser Industries Limited, Unit 7, Hyde Point,

Educational and interactive programme Supports key curriculum subjects Dynamic hands on workshops Broad spectrum of topics covered Inspiring presentations and exhibits Single class to whole school events

Contact details Dunkirk Lane, Hyde, Cheshire SK14 4NL

% 0161 882 9922

@ info@space4schools.co.uk : www.space4schools.co.uk

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Hands-On-Science Innovative STEM Workshops Hands-On-Science is one of the country’s leading independent providers of exciting and informative science education for schools. They deliver a range of engaging and inspirational STEM activities for children from Key Stages 1 - 3, with In-School Workshops, After-School Science Clubs and their new STEM Club In A Box.

“This is great! They are doing the fun bits of science that I don’t usually have time to do.” Teacher “Brilliant! It made me think and I had to work in a team.” Student

“You have really fired E***** up to be interested in science, he now sets up experiments at home, which is great because he is dyslexic and struggles in class.” Parent

Hands-on-Science is run by professional teachers, scientists, engineers and science communicators who believe passionately that learning should be fun. We have developed over 100 workshops which are constantly reviewed to make sure the learning we want to achieve is getting across in an exciting and engaging way. Not all schools have in-house science specialists – but even those who do can always benefit from a fresh perspective! Our In-School Workshops are an ideal way to enhance your science syllabus for key stages 1 to 3. They complement the national curriculum and fire children’s imagination and desire to learn more – with a range of varied and stimulating activities that let children ‘get stuck in’ to real, practical science. Over 100 workshops including: • Rocket Challenge • The Bridge Business - A business game and structural competition • CSI: fingerprints, blood spatters and footprints… can you solve the crime? • Flight • Renewable Energy • Air and the Atmosphere • Disaster Recovery • Firework Science Hands-On-Science has launched the fabulous Key Stage 2-3 STEM Club In A Box, making it easy for any teacher who would like to start a STEM club, but doesn't have the time to have the ideas, find the materials, do the testing, planning and risk assessment. Based on 4 successful years and over 20,000 pupil hours, STEM Club In A Box offers tried and tested workshops with full and easy to understand leader’s notes. Just choose the workshop, read the notes, open the box and give the workshop. Then put it all back in the box, and Hands-On-Science will collect it and replace it with another.

Parents, teachers and children can rely on Hands-On-Science for challenging, age-appropriate, curriculum-enhancing learning and fun.

Key information R Over 100 tried & tested Hands-On STEM workshops R Delivered In-School, After-School or STEM Club In a Box R Run by experienced teachers and science communicators R Supports the National Curriculum R Risk Assessed, CRB Checked and Insured

Contact details - Hands-On-Science, 1 Oakdene Drive, Barnt Green, Birmingham B45 8LQ

% 07710 087259

@ enquiries@hands-on-science.co.uk : www.hands-on-science.co.uk

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Maths In A Suitcase Science In A Suitcase Science in a Suitcase and Maths in a Suitcase will transform the school hall into its very own science centre or maths centre. Each class will be able to enjoy the many hands on activities and experiments, regardless of age, experience, background or ability. Whether it be maths or science all the activities are carefully designed to attract, to engage and to extend.

“Activities were thought provoking, appropriately matched for each age range and certainly enjoyable for all involved.” Quinzone, Birmingham

“Captured children’s attention and gave the opportunity to solve maths problems practically - an excellent workshop.” Holy Family Primary School

Maths in a Suitcase Maths in a Suitcase is a maths master class for the whole school. Over 30 different hands on activities explore a whole range of mathematical ideas and concepts, including: “big” numbers, numerical sequences, reflection & symmetry, 2D and 3D tessellating, problem-solving, geometry, shape and space, generalising and specialising, yet in ways that are accessible to all.

Science in a Suitcase Science in a Suitcase supports scientific enquiry. Children will enjoy a brief science show (topics include: bubbles, sound, forces, materials etc) before using over 30 different experiments. They will be encouraged to observe, to look for patterns, to estimate and to recognise changes, to communicate and discuss their ideas with their friends. They will engage in many of the same activities that challenged the great scientists, and combine creative thinking and experimental evidence.

Selwyn van Zeller

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The programmes, exhibitions and activities have been put together by Selwyn van Zeller (formerly of Light on Science). He has over 20 years experience in the design, fabrication and presentation of hands-on science and maths.

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“My role, apart from developing hands on science and maths, is to work directly with children - to facilitate, to explain, to discuss, to challenge, and to ensure that everyone has a positive experience and a fun time.”

Hands on science and maths exhibitions Activities designed for maximum participation Suitable for class sized groups, 50 minute sessions Stimulates interest and learning in science & maths Supports curriculum in a fun learning environment Set up with minimum disruption (tables required) Includes presenter led demos CRB checked £295 per day

Contact details - Selwyn Van Zeller, 7 Station Avenue, Edgbaston, Birmingham B6 9SZ

% 0121 429 9327

H 07753 982663 @ Svanzeller@aol.com : www.mathsinasuitcase.co.uk

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STEM

Nigel Moore Interactive Education Nigel provides innovative and creative practical workshops for all ages and abilities encompassing Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths. Whether you’re looking to enhance your day to day curriculum, provide creative revision sessions, or want a practical and fun workshop relating to the ‘real world’ and which helps inspire, enthuse and motivate your pupils he has something to suit your needs.

“The best workshop I’ve ever attended – and I’ve been to a lot!” Event organiser, Michaelchurch Escley School Group, Herefordshire

“Thanks for a great workshop, the students gained so much. We can’t wait for the next one!” D&T Teacher, Broadway School, Birmingham

New workshops for 2010….

K’botics (K’nex Robotics) If you’re looking for that extra special workshop, why not consider the rapidly growing and exciting world of K’nex ‘Battling Robots’. Using a standard powered base unit, design, build and battle your very own K’nex robot against other competitors in the battle arena…suitable for all ages and abilities K’botics provides all the excitement of a ‘Robot Wars’ style activity but at a fraction of the price! K’botics events can be tailored to suit any of the following learning environments: • Classroom/School - all Key-stages • Key-stage 2/3 Transition • Gifted & Talented • Summer Schools/Holiday Clubs • Extended School Clubs • Family Learning • Youth Groups/Organisations • College/University • Birthday Parties (from 5+ years) • Corporate Training Days • Shows, Fairs, Fun Days & Public Events, Launch Events etc. In search of Dracula - Maths on a Motorbike A unique Maths based workshop based around planning & preparing a motorcycle journey to Romania. Students apply many Mathematical skills including: measuring, balance & weight distribution and simple conversion factors - mileage, currency etc. The workshop can be adapted for most age groups and is ideal for general revision and reinforcement of key themes within the Numeracy Curriculum, for engaging reluctant Maths learners or extending Gifted & Talented Mathematicians. 56

For more details about these and all other workshops please call or visit my website.

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CRB Checked Public Liability Insurance Cross curriculum support Suitable for all Key Stages and abilities Hands-on, Real-World sessions Experienced and qualified practitioner

Contact details - Nigel Moore, 5 New Street, Clive, Shrewsbury, Shropshire SY4 3LE

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H 07913 150120 : www.moore2create.co.uk

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STEM

Bubblz! Inspiring Primary Maths Shows and Workshops Maths is FUN! Every child, every teacher and every parent matters during a session with Bubblz! Shows and workshops are intended to include all participants, leaving them with some food for thought, feeling the joy of maths and a sense of achievement. Enthusiasm guaranteed using a clown, giant balloons and soap bubbles!

“Thank you very much, the children have really enjoyed the shows and teachers have written many positive comments. We will definitely call on you again!” Maxine Pattison, Head Teacher, Ferry Lane Primary School, Tottenham

Bubblz’s shows are just right for the new primary curriculum. Inherently cross-curricular, the shows use geometry to explore and understand shape and space with a wondrous sense of excitement, allowing the audience to pursue lines of mathematical enquiry and apply logic and reasoning to mathematical problems. Audiences engage with the content through the irresistible resources that are used to illustrate some fundamentals of mathematics. Bubblz can present a Maths Assembly of 15 to 60 minutes at the start of a Maths Day or Maths Week, to introduce the children to this unique brand of inspiring maths. Bubblz loves parent & children (family learning) events and can provide follow-up maths packs to pursue the maths activities further, either at home or at school. Seasonal maths shows like Bubblz the Elf and the Xmaths Show are themed to discuss the use of maths for specific events, such as: ‘Can Christmas Exist Without Maths?’ Nursery children are entranced as they use the colourful visuals of bubbles and balloons to learn to count up, count down, size words, position words, non-standard measures and to identify shape, culminating in an exciting rocket release. These special maths shows and workshops are ideal for special needs (SEN) schools and inclusion requirements. Bubblz loves to facilitate workshops with all age groups including teachers & parents. Giant geometric structures and many other (sometimes weird, always wonderful) shapes are dreamed-up by participants who create them from chunky modelling balloons. The creations are experienced from the inside during the building process, giving participants a real sense of space and shape. Cross-curricular links are inherent as teams design, build and strive to achieve structural stability. Bubble Time! Audiences delight in the mathematically-shaped bubbles like spheres and cylinders, as well as a pyramid (tetrahedron), a cube (hexahedron), a prism (pentahedron) and an octahedron! Shape, scale and measurement are uniquely covered. Using the follow-up pack that Bubblz supplies, bubble shapes can be made by the children themselves with little more than a piece of string and drinking straws.

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Primary assemblies, presentations and workshops Special nursery shows, EY, KS1, KS2, SEN Follow up packs Parent's evenings and family learning Lively, engaging and interactive CRB checked

Contact details % 0800 0430319 H 0796 3827376 @ bubblz@bubblztheclown.co.uk : www.bubblztheclown.co.uk

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STEM

David Hall Amazing Science and Maths shows - with Drama! Professional actor and science teacher David Hall presents dynamic, interactive shows, co-written and directed by Johnny Ball, revealing the excitement and wonder of science - Practical, Fun, Packed with Science and Completely Unforgettable – whilst his Maths and Drama Workshops engage and inspire the widest range of pupils from KS1 to KS4.

“A big thank you for your performances yesterday. They were outstanding as always. A fantastic time was had by all.” Dr Mark Venables, Norwich School

Science Sir Isaac Newton, ‘Britain’s Greatest Genius’, explodes into the room to tell you of his life, discoveries and achievements – as well as those who inspired him - with many a squirm-ingly corny joke and unforgettable demonstration along the way. IK Brunel, the inspiring engineer, voted one of the Greatest Britons, for whom nothing was impossible and whose achievements shaped our world, guides you through his life, adventures and achievements and encourages his audience to consider how they too might change the world, whilst Michael Faraday, voted Britain’s greatest inventor, opens his audiences’ eyes to the wonders of electricity from its static origins to the electrical wonderland in which we all now live. David is also very happy to consider commissions. All David’s shows are guaranteed to entertain and inspire even the least “scientifically minded” and provide an unforgettable experience to refer to for years to come.

“Edutainment at its best!”

Maths David’s hugely popular maths workshops include Mathmagics, an interactive tour through the amazing worlds of Maths, sharing many great tricks and stories along the way - and Maths Circus, a unique, dynamic and exciting project culminating in a Maths-themed Circus Performance given by the students, designed to develop their skills and confidence whilst giving teachers new and exciting techniques for teaching and reinforcing numeracy. Active, challenging and great fun.

Shakespeare and Drama Inspired by his professional acting work (Shakespeare’s Globe, London’s West End etc) David delivers highly popular and hugely enjoyable workshops in Shakespeare, Voice and Physical Theatre. He is equally happy working on existing projects and can adapt his work to all ages and abilities.

“Exciting. Enlightening. A pure clinic in Shakespearean acting!"

Whether for Science, Maths or Drama, David’s infectious energy, enthusiasm and passion guarantee an unforgettable event that will be referred to for years to come.

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Professional Actor Qualified and Experienced Science Teacher Inspiring interactive Science shows Inspiring interactive Maths shows and workshops Dynamic Shakespeare and Drama workshops

Contact details % 07973 429 716 @ davidshall@mac.com : www.davidhallworkshopsandshows.co.uk

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Inspirational Science Theatre Science Workshops & Shows Dr Ken completed a PhD in Soap Bubbles before running away to join the circus! He combines theatre, science and maths producing entertaining, educational and engaging shows for all. His shows and workshops have toured many schools, museums, science and arts festivals for over 10 years and he is featured on Teachers TV’s ‘Inspirations - When The Circus Comes To School’.

“Dr Ken forces his audience to care about environmental issues and he challenges all of them to take action to save the planet. His show presents the serious issues of global warming in an exciting, dynamic and fun way. This should be essential viewing for any National Government.” Bridget Fielden, Northgate High School

“Everyone really enjoyed it ..and the pupils learned so much in a short time.” Julia Howes, Woodlands Primary

Inspirational Science provides unique educational shows and workshops in schools to inspire pupils to look at science and maths more favourably. Shows and workshops have been developed for all key stages, special schools, PRUs and parent/ community audiences. Additional programmes have been designed for able and talented pupils and CPD for school Staff. Entertaining Science Circus – Dr Ken explores the science behind the thrills and spills of the circus. Why do jugglers love gravity? How do stunt people avoid getting hurt and why unicyclists need to keep moving to stay balanced? ‘How To Save The Planet In 45 Minutes’ – Join Dr Ken on his one wheel energy saving vehicle in his bid to save money and mankind. 'It's All Done With Mirrors' – an amusing look at the science behind magician’s tricks, chemistry will never be the same. ‘It Doesn’t Add Up’ – Mathamagic show – just add maths and chaos. 'Juggling Numbers' – The mathematics of juggling, how to predict patterns, discover new ones and see impossible tricks using virtual reality. All shows have workshops associated with them that build on themes contained within the performance. Additional Programmes 'Revision in a Suitcase' - a comical student guide to good study Pharaoh Nuff – the science and maths of the Egyptians, I love Genetics and F is for Food. Others topics include Forensic Science, Kitchen Chemistry, Bubble Magic, Science Drama, and Science Filming.

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Enhanced CRB check Qualified Teacher Suitable for all Key Stages Performances, Workshops and CPD Engaging, Entertaining and Inspirational science Flexible and Bespoke packages

CPD Workshops for Teachers

Contact details

Short or full day workshops are available including:

% Dr Ken Farquhar: 01508 473 016

How to making a watchable video in a 60 minute lesson ‘ I didn’t realise that was science, Sir!’ - different approaches to science and learning styles.

H 07850 222028

@ info@dodifferent.co.uk : www.dodifferent.co.uk

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Heritage and Cultures â&#x20AC;&#x153;The museum was amazing! I had no idea what life used to be like for a girl my age and how much work they had to do before we had all our kitchen appliances!â&#x20AC;?

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What was it like during World War II? How did it feel to be a British Citizen? What did people eat and wear? Winston Churchill’s Britain at War Museum answers these questions and more. It recreates the London Blitz with special effects highlighting the sights, the sounds, the artefacts, and even the dust, smoke and smell of an air raid at its height.

Heritage and Cultures

Winston Churchill’s Britain at War Experience

“Spot on for National curriculum for all age groups – quite amazing!” Dr. Anthony Freeman, Government, History Advisor

“I thought I was back in the war, it was unbelievable. All children should visit this nostalgic and moving experience to see what it was really like for the ordinary people during World War 2.” Dame Vera Lynn

The museum has an astonishing collection of evocative photographs and an enormous number of actual relics. Everything from toilet rolls and soap to an Anderson shelter, you can sit in and hear air raids overhead. There are shops displaying what was available for purchase during the war years and a feature devoted to Winston Churchill. The education packs available for primary schools include activity sheets intended to support National History Curriculum Key Stage 2 Core Study Unit 4 - Britain Since 1930. The particular emphasis is on the experience and impact of the Second World War in Britain and covers topics including: Sheltering in the Underground, Gas Masks, Anderson Shelters Rationing, Fighting Fires, Evacuation, and The Blackout. For secondary schools activity sheets are linked with the main themes of ‘Britain at War Experience’ and form part of the study programme for the History National Curriculum key stage 3, Core Study unit 5 - The era of the Second World War with particular emphasis on the experience and impact of war, and the home front in Britain. There are four titles: ‘Air Raid precautions’ ‘Andersons and the Underground’ ‘Women in Wartime’ and ‘The Blitz’. Each unit includes an introduction to the area of study and acts as a stimulus to further enquiry. The suggested activities are of varying levels of difficulty and may be used for individual work or group discussion. They invite pupils to develop their understanding of the Second World War, to think about the experiences that are recreated in the Supplement and to explore their own attitudes and reactions. The museum allows pupils to use a range of historical Artefacts, Documents, Posters, Printed Resources, Pictures and photographs, Film Music and Sound Recordings. Tasks have been designed with National Curriculum Attainment Targets in mind, but are not connected to specific targets or levels, as these will vary according to the age and ability of each group.

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Dedicated Learning Centre Curriculum support for KS 2 – 4 Primary & secondary education packs Online learning resources Brings World War II to life Hands On experiential learning Coach parking available

London Bridge 2 minutes

Contact details - Winston Churchill’s Britain at War Experience, 64-66 Tooley Street, London Bridge SE1 2TF % 0207 4033171 @ info@britainatwar.org.uk : www.britainatwar.co.uk

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Past Lives Greek Hoplite and Roman Soldier With over ten years experience of school visits Murray Edwards’ company, Past Lives presents an educational and fun day for your pupils, where they will learn about the history of Greek and Roman Empires and the day to day lives of their soldiers. This fascinating experience brings ancient history to life and presents pupils with a unique and memorable learning experience.

“I found out a lot from your visit my favourite part was when we got to hold and wear your armour. I enjoyed finding out more about the Romans especially because somebody was telling us about them and we didn't have to find out from books.” Pupil feedback

Greek Day with Archon a Hoplite from Phocia The pupils start the day taking part in the Myth of Troy, The Iliad or The Odyssey looking at myths, monsters and other characters. This is followed with a detailed look at a Hoplite and a description of his life in Greece including arms and armour and differences between Athens and Sparta. Weather permitting or a large enough hall some of the original Olympic games including the shield race can be practised and pupils can learn to form the Phalanx.

Roman Day with Titus the Centurion This begins with a talk on why the Romans came to Britain and highlights the differences between Celtic warriors and Roman soldiers, the Roman soldiers equipment and his weapons. This is followed by an outline of the daily life of a Roman soldier and includes trying on authentic costume and handling artefacts followed by Roman army training with swords & shields and all commands in Latin. Other topics can include ‘Games of Death’, ‘The Boudica Rebellion’ OR ‘Technology and the Roman Army’. A visit from a 'real' soldier is an experience that most children enjoy immensely and few forget. There can be no better way of enhancing a child's experience and understanding of a historical period than by literally bringing the past to life. The opportunities for enhancing the curriculum and for promoting follow up work are obvious.

Classes are suitable for KS2 to Sixth Form with opportunities for children to gain hands on experience of historical artefacts. Murray will arrive fully accoutred with museum quality weapons and equipment and in character. Questions are encouraged and time is usually set aside at the end to meet the children personally and allow them to handle artefacts and try on helmets, etc. under close supervision. Murray is attuned to safety issues and the weapons themselves are always handled with the greatest possible care.

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Greek & Roman history workshops Interactive with hands on participation Murray Edwards is CRB checked Risk assessments are available Half or Full day visits Any group size catered for

Contact details - Past Lives, Murray Edwards,118 Whitegates Road, Coseley, Bilston, West Midlands, WV14 8UY

% 01902 490802

@ titusiustus@hotmail.com : www.greeks-roman.co.uk

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The Shakespeare Birthplace Trust is an independent charity leading the world’s enjoyment and understanding of Shakespeare’s works, life and times. As well as opening and caring for five outstanding Tudor houses and gardens all directly connected to William Shakespeare, the Trust offers inspiring and award-winning educational programmes, for schools from Early Years to A-Level, universities and the general public and makes available a library and archive of international importance.

Heritage and Cultures

The Shakespeare Birthplace Trust Exploring & Enjoying Shakespeare

“It was a fantastic day and the pupils (and staff!) loved it. Thank you!” Abbey Park Middle School “Thank you! The 2 days were wonderful. The children thoroughly enjoyed it, got a huge amount from it and we just couldn't teach our children that experience in a classroom.” Astwood Bank School

The Shakespeare Houses, Shakespeare’s Birthplace, Mary Arden’s Farm, Anne Hathaway’s Cottage, Hall’s Croft and Nash’s House, all situated in and around Stratford-upon-Avon, are entertaining and safe venues for educational visits. The Trust is passionate about sharing their knowledge and enjoyment of Shakespeare with school students. Their resources are second to none: the most significant Shakespeare library in Europe, unique documents relating to Shakespeare’s life, the archives of the Royal Shakespeare Company, and the house where Shakespeare was born, grew up, and began to write. These resources have been used to create a unique range of workshops and talks and the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust promise you lively and interactive sessions of the highest quality that will be directly useful to your students' curricular and examination requirements, inspiring them and enhancing their experience of Shakespeare in memorable and rewarding ways. The Early Years and Primary School programme includes half day visits and activities as well as full day hands-on workshops such as Tudors Alive! where children become Tudors for a day. At Key Stage 3 and 4 the emphasis is on Shakespeare’s works and his dynamic use of language. The Trust's A Level talks and courses have been designed to suit the needs of students working towards examinations set by OCR, AQA and Edexcel. They address the following assessment objectives, helping students appreciate: • The relationship of their play to Shakespeare’s other work and to the theatre of his day. • The influence upon texts of cultural, historical and other relevant contexts. • Different critical interpretations and the importance of context • The contribution of directors, designers and performers to the theatrical experience. • How characters and ideas are conveyed through theatrical presentation. The Education team are always available to discuss and help plan your visit to ensure you obtain the maximum benefit.

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EY – KS5 Online learning resources Student Activity Packs available Hands-on, interactive activities Huge Shakespeare resource Library

Contact details - The Shakespeare Centre, Henley Street, Stratford upon Avon, Warwickshire CV37 6QW

% 01789 207131

@ education1@shakespeare.org.uk : www.shakespeare.org.uk

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Appletree Theatre Bringing History to Life Appletree Theatre Company believes in bringing the past alive through drama, and making it exciting for children so they remember key facts through the stories told by characters. In addition to providing entertainment, their education pieces also have relevance to the curriculum and enhance the work done in the classroom.

“Carl and Jules stayed in character from the first moment to the last - allowing the pupils to ask authentic questions and receive authentic answers. The period props and costumes that they wore really added to the experience, and the highlight for all of the pupils was the simulated air raid! Watching 80-odd Year 6 pupils running for cover, and then joining in with 'Run Rabbit' to keeps their spirits up was fantastic! The children can't wait to invite Carl and Jules back in later in the year, to bring other areas of history to life! Thank you both very much and we hope to see you very soon!” Dave Peterson, Head of Year 5/6, Ludlow Junior School

WWII - suitable for KS1 & 2

What was it like for children during the Second World War? This session introduces the pupils to two 1940’s characters, Mrs Irene May and her brother Arthur, an ARP officer. Pupils will discover what it was like to be an evacuee; use ration cards to help with food rationing and use period cookery books to compare a war meal to a modern one; listen to radio broadcasts, try Morse code and more. Edwardian Seaside Fun – suitable for KS1 This session introduces pupils to Mr and Mrs Jones as they spend a day at the seaside in the early 1900’s, where they will hear about their journey by steam train, join in the fun on the pier, watch a Punch & Judy show, play “Aunt Sally” & “Throw a penny” and discover seaside souvenirs from the past. The Great Fire of London - suitable for KS1& 2 pupils and supports the QCA unit 5

How do we know about the Great Fire of London? Using a variety of drama techniques, Appletree will recreate scenes of everyday life in Pudding Lane, and re-enact the events of the Great Fire of London. Along the way the pupils will meet Thomas Farrinor and have the chance to interview Samuel Pepys himself. Pint Sized Panto – suitable for all Primary pupils

For 2010 Appletree presents the Pint Sized Panto, including all of the traditions of a full pantomime the Pint Sized Panto has been devised specifically for primary schools and is an exciting and entertaining, fun packed show. In addition Appletree also offer a workshop to support the panto which lets pupils into some of the secret theatrical devices and tricks used during the show. The Pint Sized Panto will be touring during November and December 2010. If you are interested please book ASAP, this show books up fast!

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Interactive historical drama sessions All key stages covered Immersive, Experiential learning Issue based drama sessions Bespoke package design

Contact details % Carl Walker 07779 015896 @ carl@appletreetheatre.co.uk

% Jules Woodman 07785 274879 @ jules@appletreetheatre.co.uk : www.appletreetheatre.co.uk

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Bosworth Battlefield Heritage Centre and Country Park commemorates one of the three most important battles fought on British soil. The Battle of Bosworth is infamous as the place where King Richard III lost his life and crown to Henry Tudor. The Centre has a well developed education programme with exhibitions, workshops and activities used to support a number of national curriculum key stages and subjects.

Heritage and Cultures

Bosworth Battlefield Heritage Centre Living History

“An excellent day, the children didn’t want to come home. All activities were well prepared and appropriate. Thank you very much.” “We will definitely be returning again next year and the year after and the year after – an excellent day out enjoyed by the staff, boys and parents.”

Exhibition – Re-live the deadly battle of 1485 in the awardwinning interactive exhibition. Learn about the lives of those involved as they move from the end of the medieval period, through the Battle of Bosworth and on to the Tudor Dynasty. Dress up as a Knight, create your own heraldry, try your hand at firing a longbow and test your skills as a battlefield archaeologist with the chance to see real artefacts from the battle. Guided walk of the Battlefield Trail – One of Bosworth’s knowledgeable and experienced Guides will be able to bring the events of the Battle of Bosworth to life. The walk lasts approximately 1½ hours. Suitable for all ages. Historic Re-enactments – Les Routiers de Rouen – Join Captain Mortimer in his camp with a display of armour, weapons and combat techniques. Students will become new recruits and take part in a pole arm drill. Suitable for all ages. Mick the Fletcher – Join Mick the Fletcher as he explains the different types of bows and arrows, how they were made and how they were used to kill a Knight. Pupils will find out why Mick is dressed as he is and about the life of an apprentice Fletcher. History detectives – Key Stage 2 – An opportunity to handle real historical objects from prehistory through to the 1980’s to look at what objects can tell us about the past. Heraldry – Key Stage 2 – Students learn about the history and meanings of heraldry and take part in a heraldry game putting what they have learned into practice to find the traitor. The Romans are coming! – Key Stage 2 – The glory of the Roman Empire is recreated in a full day of activities that bring history to life. Pupils meet a Roman Centurion and discover what life was like in the Roman Army, handle real Roman objects and help the domestic slave look after the family. Environmental Activities – Key Stage 2 and Lower Key Stage 3 – The Bosworth Rangers are able to offer a variety of environmental activities including Guided walks, Bug hunting, Creative crafts and Pond dipping. Falconry – Falconry is an exciting way to capture pupils’ imagination and will encourage group activity and develop communication skills. With its strong visual imagery and historic & scientific associations, falconry can be used to teach many subjects. Suitable for all ages.

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Free teacher pre-visits and information packs Worksheets to complement visits Free risk assessments Undercover lunch provision Bespoke itinerary for each school Supporting the National Curriculum Resource Box Loans Free coach parking

Contact details - Bosworth Battlefield Heritage Centre, Sutton Cheney, Nr. Market Bosworth, Nuneaton CV13 0AD

% 01455 290429

@ pam.dyson@leics.gov.uk : www.bosworthbattlefield.com

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Step Out Arts Promoting East Asian Culture Step Out Arts (SOA) promotes East Asian culture and arts to a broad audience through productions and educational projects. Their vision is to develop a British East Asian (BEA) dance sector on a national scale. Step Out Arts provides services in three main areas – Arts support and development, Cultural Production, and Education.

“The performances were wonderful. Many teachers commented favourably as did the pupils. The lion dance was a real treat and the fact that our pupils could actually try it for themselves. The ribbon dance was equally popular with the KS1 children and staff enjoyed it too. You put a lot of effort into the performances. Thank you.” Parminderm Kambo, Redbridge School “The children loved the day as usual, the ribbon dancing always goes down very well and the tai-chi and kung fu was also very popular.” Simon James Lambourne, Crofton Infant School

SOA promotes East Asian culture on a national scale within the UK. They curate and produce festival programmes for local authorities, outdoor and indoor festival organisations, museums and schools. Their programme highlights include: Chinese New Year, Tai New Year, Korean harvest ‘Ichusok’ festival, Japanese children’s day, international cultural summer festival and more. SOA produces two seasons of East Asian themed cultural education workshops which can be tailor made to suit your organisations needs. They also provide ad hoc workshops. The primary aim of the SOA education programme is the enrichment of young people. To date they have been honoured to present workshops to more than 25,000 young people and have returned, on request to many schools year upon year. Programme including:

Traditional

Contemporary Dance

Chinese Brush Painting Improvisation Chinese Calligraphy Choreography Chinese Ribbon Dance Creative workshop & Fan Dance (Lead by British East Asian Chinese Lion Dance Contemporary Choreographers) & Dragon dance Chinese Kung Fu & Tai Chi Chinese Music Chinese Opera face painting Chinese Opera puppet making Chinese Paper Cutting Chinese Story Telling Japanese fairy tales Japanese Taiko drum Origami workshops Gamelan Music workshops Korea Drum, Music and dance

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Artists training and development opportunities All artists are CRB checked All experienced workshop leaders Tailor made to suit your school organisations One off workshops Suitable for all ages

Contact details - Step Out Arts, 80 Ashwell Street, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire LU7 1BG % 01525 371 907 H 07899 807 741 @ jw@stepoutarts.co.uk : www.stepoutarts.co.uk

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The Built Environment

The Built Environment â&#x20AC;&#x153;The new school garden with its nature area is great, and its great fun going pond dipping and being able to watch the different wildlife around the pond develop.â&#x20AC;?

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The Built Environment

Urban Space Products Weatherproof Structures Urban Space Products are an established manufacturer of street furniture who specialise in providing weatherproof shelters within the education sector. They have a vast range of both modern & traditional outdoor products built to the highest standard, with galvanised steel finishing protecting products from corrosion for 10+ years.

In addition to the very immediate benefit of improved functionality within the school grounds, these high quality products can also add new dimensions and interest to your school and help to define the school environment and how students view and interact with it and each other. Sections of grounds can be allocated as shaded play/recreation areas or can be designed as outdoor study rooms to assist with learning outside the classroom commitments. Alternatively, picnic dining areas can be established to enhance the lunchtime experience, while secure and covered cycle storage can encourage pupils to bike it to school and contribute toward your sustainable schools travel plans. Government funding may be available to assist in the purchase of a number of these products. Ask your local Urban Space Products representative for details These structures can be produced in a number of bright and vibrant colours to brighten school grounds or in neutral design to blend in. Typical lead times are 3 weeks from design, through manufacture to delivery, making urban space products one f the most responsive suppliers within this industry. All shelters can be delivered in kit form with full install instructions for local contractors to fit and install. Alternatively Urban Space Products can manage your entire project from ground works and landscaping through to shelter assembly and install. All street furnishings meet current BS Kite mark standards for manufacture and safety

Urban Space Products also offer a bespoke design service should you wish to consult and have specific structures created to satisfy the particular demands of your school. Their experienced technical drawing team will help to make your ideas a reality.

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Enhance your school grounds Varied colourful designs Assist healthy/sustainable school status Assist with Learning Outside the Classroom Off the shelf or bespoke packages

Contact details - Urban Space Products, 12 Rodney Street, Liverpool, Merseyside, L1 2TE

% 0845 0177 622

@ sales@urbanspaceproducts.co.uk : www.urbanspaceproducts.co.uk

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Karen Osborne, Kaos-arts, delivers high quality creative arts projects for schools, museums and local agencies in the West Midlands . She develops creative schemes with pupils and staff which result in a variety of visual arts interventions which both enhance the school environment and which can help support the following agendas: The School Vision & Ethos, Celebrating Culture, Learning, Every Child Matters, the Curriculum and Community Cohesion.

The Built Environment

KAOS-ARTS

“Absolutely superb! Karen's done a wonderful job and created artworks which help inspire our pupils during the BSF build programme.” Ron Skelton, Head Teacher, Broadway School, Birmingham

For schools having new build and or refurbishment work, then Karen offers innovative creative engagement schemes for pupils and staff to be involved during consultation process and contribute to the design process alongside the architects in order to ensure that the outcomes are meaningful and relevant. She is well known for her creative vision, excellent planning and delivery skills working alongside schools, architects, planners and contractors . Broadway School, in the First phase of BSF, commissioned kaos-arts to inspire pupils during the 18month building programme. Karen worked with staff and designed the fabulous Broadway Boulevard which consists of over 200 metres of images, based on pupils , staff ideas and wise words. She also designed a series of bespoke 9m banners for the sides of the temporary accommodation aswell as an innovative series of inspirational works for the subject areas and exterior spaces. All Projects are devised to suit the schools needs and budgets and are excellent value for money, well organised and result in durable high quality 2D & 3D features which enhance the learning environment inside and outside. Kaos-arts also offers a participatory arts portfolio of creative projects which is detailed in the Creative Arts & Literature section – see page 39.

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M.A., B.A., PgCE, Art & Design, Fine Art CRB, Public Indemnity & Liability Insurance New builds and refurbishments Creative vision and practical experience Excellent planning and delivery skills

Contact details % O121 441 1677 H 07814314609 @ kaos-arts@hotmail.co.uk : www.kaos-arts.com

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PSHCE “I did the stock ordering and management for our healthy tuck shop. I was made up it all added up at the end and felt really important when I could see the row of pupils queuing up to buy their snacks.”

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PSHCE

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PSHCE

Jim Morris Puppets plus... PSHCE Artist Jim Morris helps youngsters of all ages and abilities to explore and express their thoughts and feelings, using puppets they have made themselves. He works closely with educators to devise unique bespoke projects to tackle specific issues relevant to their aims and aspirations and can also devise training packages for staff and parents.

“Jim’s enthusiasm is infectious. Equally impressive was the display of co-operation demonstrated by the children. If anyone is wondering what ’citizenship’ means in Infants schools these days, I would point to this as a good example.” School Governor, Bournville Infants, Birmingham

“Your methods of working with people are a joy to watch.” Manager, Warstock Community Centre

“Jim is a whiz at doing simple but meaningful activities.” Haki Kapasi, Director, INSPIRE

Over many years, Jim Morris has used puppet making to help youngsters to: express emotions, de-mystify puberty, tackle tricky issues, explore relationships - and have lots of fun. Jim’s brand of creative puppet-making is well-suited to: promoting teamwork, anti-bullying initiatives, consulting young people, encouraging invention and increasing self esteem. Puppet-making also helps with: story-creation and devising drama, supporting maths/numeracy, and investigating simple mechanics. All this - and more - using readily available materials (which won’t cost the earth) and Jim’s many unique puppet designs which are tried and tested, easy to make, flexible and adaptable. With more than 20 years freelance experience, Jim works with all ages and abilities including Special Needs groups. He can provide workshops as a solo artist and has arranged collaborative projects with storytellers, dancers, musicians and film-makers.

Key information R Bespoke projects and workshops to meet school requirements R 20 years freelance experience R Suitable for all ages and abilities R Suitable for Special Needs groups R Passed Stage 1 Examination in British Sign Language R Fully CRB checked R Public Liability Insurance R Free consultation session

Contact details - Jim Morris, 69 Petersfield Rd, Birmingham, B28 0AU % 0121 777 1488 72

@ jim@artgames.co.uk : www.artgames.co.uk

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Workshops For Schools Workshops for Schools offer a tailor made service to all educational settings providing specific Artists for any school event, whether it is curriculum based or extended school provision. WFS can cater for every eventuality including: Healthy Schools weeks, Sports Events, Creative, Cultural and International experiences. We also provide many popular, interactive workshops, tried and tested in schools across the country for pupils of all ages. “Creativity, movement, health and wellbeing have always been uppermost in my thinking and teaching. Having the opportunity to develop this further was the start of this exciting venture and the birth of Workshops for Schools and Nurseries.” Adele Deane, B.Ed Hons

Each practitioner or artist engaged by WFS has experience working in educational settings and are able to provide workshops that are fun, exciting, challenging and memorable. WFS was established to answer a growing demand from schools for more specialist work for children in the form of creative workshops. It began with Yoga, then specialist Science workshops and now incorporates a wide range of creative ideas and activities delivered either as regular clubs, hourly sessions, whole or half day workshops, artist in residence weeks, staff in service training events and much more. Healthy School workshops offered children a chance to experience the delights of: yoga, rest and relaxation, Tai Chi and Massage. Classes are designed to stimulate children’s powers of imagination, maintain their natural flexibility and teach them to breathe correctly. This helps to promote improved concentration levels, better sleep patterns and greater self-esteem! The aim at WFS is to tailor work to each school or organisation’s specific needs and this is what makes WFS different. The range of curriculum areas and skills offered is extensive and we deliver many forward looking and innovative projects. Our practice is creative, developmental and offers progression wherever possible. Many workshops encourage team work, collaborative work as well as individual nurturing. We can offer Yoga, Peer Massage (MISP) Rest and Relaxation Programmes, All forms of Dance, Drama, Visual and Expressive Art Workshop, Crafts, Science/DT, International workshops, cultural music sessions, as well as artist in residence projects. We can also plan and deliver extended school and transitional projects specifically to meet the needs of individuals settings. WFS objectives are: • To meet curriculum requirements • Provide knowledge and develop skills • Provide fun, interactive and hands on opportunities to enhance learning • To cater for different learning styles and learning needs • To provide inclusive activities accessible to all As Primary teachers we are sensitive to individual and specific needs and have had extensive experience of providing relevant and stimulating activities. Our presenters are adaptable, flexible, and patient, and work extensively in schools during Healthy School Events, Science Weeks, Arts Weeks, Book Weeks and National Events, Sports Events, Cultural Weeks, Eco Events, International Weeks, Transitional Projects, Gifted and Talented Projects.

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Long established experienced workshop provider Wide variety of workshop subjects Experienced Primary School practitioners Bespoke workshop design CRB Checked staff Workshops beneficial to group and individuals

Contact details - Workshops For Schools, 26 Brentford Road, Solihull, T91 1UJ

% 0121 705 5640

H 07943 816331 @ info@workshopsforschoolsandnurseries.co.uk : www.workshopsforschoolsandnurseries.co.uk

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WMQPEP Conflict Resolution Training The West Midlands Quaker Peace Education Project (WMQPEP) provides individually tailored peacemaker workshops to teach children how to resolve conflict positively and peacefully. The workshops also build other social and personal skills such as cooperation, listening skills and self-esteem. They also train children to be peer mediators and help set up peer mediation schemes in primary schools.

“These sessions have prepared our pupils for their final year at the school with a more mature attitude and have improved the ways in which they resolve conflict. The classes have also become better at working together as a team.” Deputy Head, Shaw Hill Primary School

Creative Conflict Resolution Workshops for school students and training for school staff

“They have improved communication skills, empathy and strategies to find non-violent solutions. They’ve really developed socially.” Learning Mentor “All the activities have helped me to listen a bit more, be more co-operative with people and be more sensible in class and out of school…” Year 5 pupil

The West Midlands Quaker Peace Education Project (WMQPEP) has over twenty years' experience in delivering conflict resolution workshops and training in Primary Schools. They believe children can learn peaceful relationships and inclusive attitudes within a safe and supportive environment. Full of games and activities to include and mix all the children – and make it fun! They can offer:

WEST MIDLANDS QUAKER PEACE EDUCATION PROJECT

A course of Peacemaker workshops for school students in Years 4–6. Training for school staff in conflict resolution skills when working with children. Peer Mediation Training and assistance in setting up Peer Mediation Schemes. Peacemaker workshops in schools teach children key life skills such as communication, emotional literacy, co-operation, problem solving, self-esteem and anger-management. Using Circle Time, the workshops look at how conflicts can escalate, and ways to resolve them peacefully. Peer Mediation training prepares a group of children to be good peer mediators and helps the school set up a functioning peer mediation scheme. Training and workshops are provided by expert freelance education workers. Their team includes former teachers, social workers, mediators, drama therapists and child psychologists and are all fully CRB checked.

Costs vary depending on the length of the course, each half day session is £175 per class but they can also offer bursaries to help with costs.

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Over 20 years experience in conflict resolution training All trainers are fully CRB checked School references available Tailored to your school’s needs

Contact details % Sara, Project Manager: 0121 454 9069 @ info@peacemakers.org.uk : www.peacemakers.org.uk

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MTa PASS Potential x Attitude x Skill → Success MTa PASS is an engaging and remarkably flexible experiential learning package for young people aged 8 – 18 that includes 17 activities to encourage whole brain learning. The package is designed to help students enjoy learning and feel included while developing interpersonal skills and a sense of responsibility.

“The teachers think this is the best resource we have in the school.” Mr El-Holiby, William de Ferres School “We have used MTa PASS with our autistic boys; it has provided a great structure to develop creative and life skills.” Stuart Knox, Swalcliffe Park School

The activities provided with MTa Pass are designed to be stimulating but non-threatening for students with diverse backgrounds. Some appear to be easy, e.g. stacking the components on top of each other, but various constraints can be introduced to add levels of complexity. Other tasks are clearly more challenging, e.g. making money by creating various geometric shapes which have predetermined values. MTa PASS is used by schools to support Inclusion. It is designed to help students develop the attitudes and behaviours that will help them remain in or return to main-stream education. MTa PASS activities require collaborative working, where success is achieved through understanding and utilising the strengths of others. The task and review process helps students identify areas for improvement and to develop the behaviours needed to succeed. Appreciating others' strengths provides a stepping stone into diversity and allows them to question their own attitudes and prejudices about others. Gifted and Talented students can have exceptional interpersonal skills, original and creative ways of approaching problems, or excel at expressing ideas in a clear and compelling way. MTa PASS activities provide these students with opportunities to push their own personal boundaries release more of their potential and develop key skills, attitudes and behaviours, to make greater use of their abilities. The activities engage students in a task, followed by structured learning reviews. The task is the platform for learning, i.e. during the learning review the outcome becomes the focus for analysis of performance and personal learning. Typically the analysis begins with individual work followed by group discussions to develop understanding and conceptual learning. The learning process is inherently flexible, so students with different needs can learn different lessons together. As a result of a single discussion one student might learn to be less dominant, another to ask more questions, and a third the importance of expressing their own views to other people. MTa PASS is a complete reusable pack for individual groups or classroom and includes hardwearing components, full teacher’s guide, sample lesson plan, encapsulated briefs and review sheets.

Key information R Promotes awareness, motivation, empathy, social skills R Enables students to evaluate and practice interpersonal skills R Activities are experiential; learning is student driven R Engaging contrast to formal lessons R Comes with full reusable teachers’ support materials R Can be used thoughout the school with students of all ages and abilities

Contact details - MTa Learning, Oldworks House, Wharfeside, Boston Spa, Wetherby, West Yorkshire LS23 6AN

% 01937 844800

: www.mtalearning.com

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Health Matters Education Health Focus Day Health Matters Education is a national partner in supporting Change4Life. Their wide range of high quality teaching resources help schools to achieve and importantly maintain National Healthy Schools Status. With a 'whole school approach' in mind these inspiring cross curricular resources demonstrate how settings and schools can implement a more ‘active and creative’ EYFS and KS1/KS2 curriculum.

“This was great! The children learnt a lot through the active element and I picked up some ideas for teaching.” Year 6 teacher, West Felton Primary School “It was fantastic because we were making our hearts fit. A really fun way of learning about our body and food groups.” Year 2 pupil

Health Focus Day - With a ‘whole school approach’ in mind, Health Matters Education is available to support individual schools through the delivery of their unique Health Focus Days. Focus days include a whole school assembly, health related exercise sessions for all children and elements of CPD for school staff and are fun, educational and inspiring. This exciting initiative from Health Matters Education has been very well received by hundreds of schools across the UK. Their tutors display a genuine passion for children’s health and well being. They undergo a rigorous training and quality assurance programme to ensure they have the necessary skills to engage everyone and importantly demonstrate that they can generate a rapport with pupils and school staff.

Showcasing ideas for the implementation of a more ‘active and creative’ Early Years Foundation Stage (England), Foundation Phase (Wales) and KS1/KS2 Curriculum Elements of the day led by a specialist ‘Health Matters’ tutor includes: Whole school assembly - led by tutor. Opportunities for school staff to observe the ‘Busy Feet’ and ‘Health Matters’ resources in action through watching/participating in whole class demonstration lessons i.e. from Nursery through to Year 6. Opportunities to engage parents in a variety of workshops. Staff meeting - discussion and a closer look at the resources. Continual Professional Development tailored to suit the individual needs of your school staff.

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The emphasis of the day is to provide staff and pupils with an insight into the ‘Health Matters’ and ‘Busy Feet’ programmes whilst providing all those that observe with a wealth of ideas and an understanding of how the resources work in practice. Some schools have welcomed this as an opportunity to recruit parents onto many of the varied workshops on offer. Throughout the day the Health Matters tutors will outline links between curriculum subjects and areas of learning, as this can deepen children’s understanding and make learning about health and fitness a real and exciting experience. With busy feet modules costing just £70 and Health Matters £60 per box they represent an excellent value for money resource for promoting and maintaining the health of your pupils.

Health Matters Education

Now recruiting

Health Matters Education is a national partner in supporting Change4Life and Healthy Schools

www.healthmatterseducation.co.uk

CPD Sessions/Workshops Please contact us to find out more about our high quality CPD delivery and/or workshop opportunities.

Key information R R R R R R

All tutors CRB checked Whole school tutor led assembly Opportunity to see resources in action Participate in class demonstrations Staff meetings to discuss resources CPD tailored to suit the needs of staff

Contact details % 01938 579163

For more information about joining our team please contact us

H 07746 19 31 31 @ enquiries@healthmatterseducation.co.uk : www.healthmatterseducation.co.uk

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Classroom Medics Health, Science and Sport Workshops Classroom Medics workshops are delivered at your school and have been designed to engage pupils in the curriculum and enable them to make more informed decisions about their health, career aspirations and life choices. Their workshops cover science, health and sports aspects of the curriculum and present them in a fun and engaging manner as well as providing an insight into career opportunities.

“The activities were amazing and really fun! The workshop had all of the students interacting, even those that don't usually show any interest in Science!” Di Ralph, Science Teacher, Coppice Performing Arts School, Wolverhampton

Their patient simulator, Stan, is used in the Classroom Casualty and the Drug & Knife Awareness workshops. He is a living & breathing medical manikin with a heart beat, pulse, sweat, blink & speach. His vital signs are monitored and during the workshop, he is given a range of drugs and is stabbed (electronically). The effects of these are clearly demonstrated as Stan is pushed towards death. Only your students can save him by making the right decisions in the workshop! It is hoped the experience will help young people have the courage and knowledge to make the right decisions if faced with a situation involving drugs or knives. The Careers in Health workshop brings the health sector to your classroom, so students (and teachers!) are able to try their hand at some of the skills used in this sector and assess the many career paths available. Activities include how to take a set of medical observations, how to take blood from an injection simulator and how to move a patient using a hoist. Health & Fitness MOT is a great way for your pupils to explore how their body can be affected with poor lifestyle choices. The most popular activity is the ageing photography, where pupils can see what they will look like at the age of 72 with the effects of smoking, UV sunlight and obesity added in. Sports Hall Science is a great cross curricular workshop combining PE and Science. Pupils will be able to calculate their power output during sprinting, test their ball kicking speed, assess their reaction times with sprinters starting blocks and much more. This will allow them to compare themselves with professional athletes using the additional resources on the website. The Health Awareness Event combines three workshops in a day and is a great way for whole year groups to have a day of PSHE or enrichment activities. The workshops include Drug & Knife Awareness, Health & Fitness MOT and Hi-Definition Fitness. Costs are based on a school by school basis, but for a workshop to be run on rotation up to six times in a day, the cost is typically around £600-700 + VAT per day (excl Health Awareness Event).

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Workshops accommodate 20–40 students Also supports Science, Health and PE curriculum Free online resources also available Hands on experiential learning Engages even the most reluctant students Provides careers guidance

Contact details - Classroom Medics, 2 Burmarsh Walk, % @ :

Wolverhampton WV8 1YG 01902 565 457 info@classroommedics.co.uk www.classroommedics.co.uk

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Events and Fundraising

Events and Fundraising â&#x20AC;&#x153;The whole school worked so hard to raise funds, and we have almost reached our target for a new school minibus!â&#x20AC;?

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Jane Stapleton School Photography was established in 1991 and developed rapidly, in response to demand for a personal approach to school photography. They have continued to grow, adopting and perfecting a contemporary style and are now totally dedicated to all aspects of school photography. They run their own processing facilities and employ skilled and creative photographers to satisfy the growing demand for their unique service. Portraits – They offer three superb ways to take schools portrait photographs.

Events and Fundraising

Jane Stapleton School Photography Fundraising and Marketing

1. The ever popular traditional backgrounds - white, blue, grey or brown with photographs taken formally or in a relaxed modern style. 2. Allow parents to choose from four different backgrounds using a popular green screen method displayed on proof cards 3. A multi pose option, very popular with primary schools allows parents to choose from 3 poses. Class Photographs – They can produce class photographs either as a traditional or contemporary arrangement. They can undertake year and whole school group photography with minimum disruption to your school day and also produce a modern take on Leavers’ Photography Every Child Matters – Their photographers can produce a bespoke floor standing banner or printed display panels to highlight your commitment to the every child matters initiative. Completely free of charge. Free Prospectus Photography – They will also design and print your prospectus to the highest standards, on time and on budget. Ask for a sample or request a meeting with our designer. School Marketing Communications – Jane Stapleton School Photography offer a complete design and marketing service to help with school branding, prospectus design, staff boards (free of charge), banners, posters and website design, build and maintenance. School Fundraising – Jane Stapleton photography can help with school fundraising in a number of ways. Schools can set their own commission level on their own portraiture, class, school and leaver’s photography and they can also arrange a family day photo sessions to provide parents with a contemporary top quality studio portrait at a fraction of high street costs. Calendar shoots are a novel way to boost funds and involve pupils in producing a calendar for parents to buy. Images are produced when photographers visit for your portrait session. Production costs are covered by parent sponsorship and all revenue goes directly to the school.

Key information R R R R R

All photographers are CRB checked. Competitive pricing structure Simple proof card and order system. Traditional and contemporary styles Free promotional materials

Contact details - Jane Stapleton School Photography, Market Street, Heanor, Derbyshire DE75 7NR

% 01773 717984

H 07967 742646 @ mail@jssp.co.uk : www.jssp.co.uk

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Smartie Artie The Best in Children s Entertainment The Times describes Smartie Artie as “an awesome blend of silliness and masterly crowd control”. He has provided the best in children’s entertainment for 40 years, providing age appropriate performances suitable for school events including end of term shows, Christmas parties, school fairs or an after school club event. Special needs children can also enjoy and appreciate his blend of visual humour.

“Thank you once again for a great day - we all enjoyed ourselves and the children said ‘We liked your funny tricks…please come again!’” Oakland Primary School and Nursery

Smartie Artie 1 hour Show With the Smartie Artie blend of comedy magic, ventriloquism, balloon modelling, puppets and audience participation it is guaranteed to have the children in fits of giggles! Smartie Artie 2 hour Party It's a fun party they will never forget! Comedy magic ,puppets ,balloon modelling, games and competitions. He brings all the prizes for the games and pass the parcel. Smartie Artie runs the whole party and even helps around the table at tea time! Fetes and Fun Days Smartie Artie can attend for up to 3 hours,with mix and mingle performance and up to 3 twenty minute shows as and when required. Smartie Artie adds an attraction the children will not stop talking about. For larger events Smartie Artie can work as a double act …twice the fun! Twice the smiles! School Disco For the school disco they have PJ The Funky DJ..or Lenny Saturn with his Saturn Disco. A whole lot more than just music and dancing. The shows include magic, games competitions, and prizes and lots of fun! Face Painters Smartie Artie face Painters can turn your pupils into lions, cats, pirates or fairies! They can paint aprox 25 faces in two hours as and when required. Using hypoallergenic paints wonderful fantasy faces are created in double quick time by skilled artists. They paint a face… and add a smile! Smartie Artie can arrange a visit from Santa! Ho! Ho! Ho! Yes, Smartie Artie knows Santa and can invite him to your event or party. He is so jolly busy in December getting ready for Christmas Eve but can still find time to see boys and girls before… and hand out any presents.

Smartie Artie Ltd. has contacts with other entertainers. Close up magicians, clowns, juggling jesters. Acts from wizards to the Mad Hatters. Circus and balloon modelling workshops and even a one man show for A Midsummer’s Night Dream with theatre workshop… and much more! If you have an idea for something different please do ask - we may be able to help.

Key information R R R R R

40 years in children’s entertainment Magic, comedy, face painting, music & more Small or large events catered for All equipment provided All entertainers CRB Checked and insured

Contact details - Smartie Artie Ltd., 6 Windermere Close, Dunstable, % @ :

Bedfordshire LU6 3DD 01582 600529 Enquiries@smartieartie.co.uk www.smartieartie.com

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