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YMCA LAKESIDE Discover one of the UK’s most stunning outdoor classrooms at YMCA Lakeside, in the Lake District National Park. Boasting half a mile of shoreline on Lake Windermere, 100 acres of private woodland and expert staff and instructors, it’s the perfect setting for groups to learn, grow, and connect with nature. Choose from 50 exciting land and water-based activities – from kayaking to rock climbing – designed to build confidence and develop new skills. If you are planning a winter residential take advantage of reduced rates from November until March, and enjoy unique experiences like afternoon campfires, torchlit walks and stargazing. Whatever your group’s goals, YMCA Lakeside creates unforgettable learning opportunities that inspire, empower and prepare students for the future. Email lakesidebookings@fyldecoastymca.org or call 01539 539 000 to find out more. NATIONAL JUSTICE MUSEUM Discover bespoke, curriculum- informed opportunities to learn about the role of law in society and active citizenship across all Key Stages with the National Justice Museum, which provides award-winning education programmes in Nottingham, the Royal Courts of Justice in London, and in settings such as the Greater Manchester Police Museum and Manchester Metropolitan University. Tying in with themes of British values, careers and PSHE, the National Justice Museum’s inspirational educational visits use real courtrooms, student role play, actors, museum spaces and objects to help students gain a hands-on understanding of the law and justice. View the full range of sessions at nationaljusticemuseum. org.uk/museum/learning WE THE CURIOUS Looking to build interest and confidence in STEM this winter? Check out Bristol’s playful science experience,We The Curious, which reopened earlier this year. Located on Bristol Harbourside, it’s brimming with interactive exhibits that explore illusions, sound, space, animation and much more. Students can take a trip to the stars in the 3D Planetarium, and reflect on some of life’s big questions in the unique ‘Project What If’ exhibit . School groups can also attend practical, curriculum-linked workshops led by experienced presenters on topics ranging from climate change to earthquakes, forensics and psychology. To find out more, visit wethecurious.org or email education@wethecurious.org COLCHESTER ZOO Colchester Zoo is more than an award-winning family day out; it offers an inspiring backdrop for education too. Colchester Zoo provides a wide variety of engaging school sessions full of inspiring content, with direct links to the national curriculum. From art to geography, science to debating skills, there are sessions for all ages. During the workshops, learning is brought to life through the use of biofacts. Skulls, feathers, furs and taxidermy – the zoo’s biofact store contains hundreds of amazing items.With the help of conservation educators, these interesting objects are used to enhance learning opportunities, inviting visitors to get up close and personal with the wonder of wildlife! To learn more, visit colchester-zoo.com or email education@ colchesterzoo.org 4 7 5 6 Photo © Lisa Whiting teachwire.net/secondary PA R T N E R C O N T E N T 33