Pre-school ~ Playgroup ~ Nursery Visits l Groups Visits
Farmer Gow’s is a wonderful venue for National Curriculum field trips, particularly for Key stages 1 and 2. The farm’s principle focus is the handling and feeding of farm animal species but there are also a range of activities which will keep young students interested and busy for the duration of your visit.
The farm has facilities for up to 100 children and is happy to arrange additional 'Meet the Animals' sessions for different year groups. Schools are welcome to bring several classes to the farm.
If you can't come to us we can come to you.
Farmer Gow's can visit your group with a range of farm animals from - chickens, ducks, lambs, goats and ferrets - to give your children a 'hands on' learning experience.
1-2 hour visits, depending on your establishment size and location - from £100.
Call Anne - 01793 780 555 - to discuss your visit.
General Information for School Trips
KS1 and KS2 Learning Opportunities and Curriculum Links
Topics for pre-trip study might include ~
The Health & Safety Executive, HSE, has produced an excellent booklet called ‘Stay Safe on the Farm’ which is ideal for classroom based study prior to a school trip. Have a look at ~ www.hse.gov.uk/pubs/agindex.htm.
'Why Farming Matters' ~ a fantastic introduction for Primary Schools with classroom activities for KS2 Science, Geography and Citizenship. Have a look at http://www.face-online.org.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1110&Itemid=995
Preparation of Risk Assessments
As part of the Year of Food and Farming the South East Region is offering transport vouchers of up to £300 per trip to Primary, Secondary and Special schools wishing to make a farm visit.
Please contact Laura Gigg at the SE Region for an application form.
Tel: 01483 884 841 Email: laura.gigg@gose.gsi.gov.uk
National Insect Week 2008 ~ www.nationalinsectweek.co.uk
RSPCA's New farm animal resources ~ www.rspca.org.uk/education
Free interactive height chart ~ gyop@potato.org.uk
The Grain Chain ~ www.grainchain.com
Food - a fact of life ~ www.foodafactoflife.org.uk