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We are launching a new learning programme in 2019
At Dunham, we have a unique opportunity to inspire young
people to love nature and see the value in green spaces, as
well as develop a deep love for the history and heritage in
their communities. We believe it is vital that our young
people feel connected to the natural environment, and are
inspired to engage with it on a regular basis. Our new
learning programme will ensure that pupils are given the
opportunity to do exactly that, as well as develop their
cross-curricular skills through a range of carefully planned
activities in the house, garden and park.
Nick Clemons
We have thought about how we can best support schools
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in providing Spiritual Moral Social Cultural (SMSC)
Community
development, as well as skill-based and collaborative
Involvement Manager
learning experiences for students. Parts of the programme
also enable young people to tick off some of the ‘50 things
to do before you’re 113/4’, an initiative launched by the
National Trust to get people connecting to the outdoors
and nature.
Dunham is a fantastic place to inspire all young people.
Generations of families have visited Dunham to find
nature and beauty on their doorstep, creating days out
that stick in the memory forever. Our new 2019 learning
programme involves simple activities that are accessible
to everyone. Based on the seasons, young people can
explore the natural world and what lives and grows in
this green space. It also offers the chance to experience
what it was like to live and work on this historic estate.
The programme will be led by a passionate and Kim Eakin
enthusiastic team and will deliver what we do best. Our Learning Officer
inspiration has in part come from Sir David
Attenborough...
‘No one will protect what they don’t
care about and no one will care about
what they have never experienced’
Sir David Attenborough
Why book your trip to Dunham Massey? Dunham Massey has a garden for all seasons, an ancient deer park and a house filled with treasures and stories, providing unique learning opportunities and experiences for everyone. Positioned just south of Manchester, Dunham is an accessible and important green space for people nearby. Dunham Massey offers an opportunity to engage your students with heritage and the outdoors. Come and experience the 300 acre deer park and woodland teaming with wildlife, immerse yourself in the heritage of the house or explore the seasons in the gardens. The learning programme will provide a fun, engaging and inspiring visit, whilst developing key skills that are essential to young people of all ages. Visiting Dunham Massey On arrival, you will be split into 3 explore groups. This will ensure we provide the optimal adult to child ratio, and maximise the learning experiences of your students.
Your visit will include Garden, Woodland and People and Places activities.
Explore the garden on a 45 minute adventure and engage with
Garden plants, insects and their habitats. This experience will help
connect your students with nature, building their confidence
and skills in the natural world. We also look at words associated
with nature through exploration.
Content
Investigate the fascinating life of the ‘Manchester’ honey
bee—using pollen brushes to deepen understanding of
nature and the importance of insects pollinators.
Engaging senses walk and talk—connecting students with
SMSC links: plants and insects through smell, touch, sight and
Ability to be reflective hearing.
Sense of fascination in Use magnifiers to discover seasonal changes in the
learning about the world
around them garden. From shoots and leaves to flowers and seeds, find
out how plants cope with the challenges of summer.
Watch a bird Make friends with a bug
Get to know a tree Help a plant to grow
Explore the woodland on a 45 minute journey through 10,000
ancient trees and discover how the herd of deer survive in this Woodland
Site of Special Scientific Interest. This experience will allow
your students to develop an understanding of the importance
of conservation and why we need to look after our green
spaces now, more than ever.
Content
Engaging young people with nature—what are their SMSC links:
experiences and emotions when we talk about nature and Cooperating well with
others
the environment? What do they care about?
Willingness to participate in
Exploring hidden homes— discover the pond habitats and and respond positively
what lives hidden beneath the surface, using nets and Interest in exploring &
trays to connect students with pond life. improving understanding
Investigating survival— consider the affect of a changing
world on our wildlife and habitats.
Discover wild animal clues Help a wild animal
Take a friend on a nature Discover what’s in a pond
adventure
Learning programme
Explore the people behind this place by taking a look around the
People & Places historic house and buildings. This experience will immerse your
students in stories of old, and challenge their understanding of
history and conservation.
Content
Engaging in history— discover a character from history and
begin to build a picture of how they lived, with hands on
activities.
SMSC links: Investigating people (1)— using a treasure chest with clues,
Interest in investigating and explore the ward to discover the life of Sister Catherine
ability to understand
Bennett, the matron of the Stamford Hospital in the First
Use of a range of social skills
in different contexts World War.
Understand & appreciate Investigating people (2)— using puzzle cards to explore the
cultural influences in our beautiful library and family treasure room, discover what it
heritage
was like for Lady Mary Booth growing up at Dunham
Massey in the early 1700s.
Evaluating your discoveries — comparing the lives of the
people at Dunham. How did they live differently? What
effect did this have on them? How does this compare to
today?
SMSC links:
Prices & how to book Cooperating well with
others
Willingness to participate in
Groups smaller than 20andpupils
respond positively
will be charged
Interest in exploring
a fixed price (£150 EGM/£200 non-EGM) &
improving understanding
All prices shown include VAT
All prices include coach parking
For the discounted EGM price, find out more
about Education Group Membership
https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/features/
education-group-membership or by calling the
Membership Department on 0844 800 1895.
To book please call the learning team on
0161 941 1025 or email
dunhamlearning@nationaltrust.org.uk
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