Teachers
Choose from our education menu to the left to create your own visit, supported by our education officer and a growing bank of resources related to the exhibitions, the house, the grounds, the town, and the story of vaccination.
There are many opportunities for observation, drawing, photography, detective work, storytelling and creative writing.
The suggested activities can be differentiated to suit most age groups from KS1 to KS4.
Higher and further education
Bespoke sessions can be organised for students studying Medicine Through Time or taking medical or nursing courses.
To discuss your requirements and for a free preliminary visit contact Steven Deproost, the education & events officer:
Tel: 01453 810631
Support and Facilities
Education officer, Steven Deproost, is on hand to help organise and support your visit.
Teachers are encouraged to make a free preliminary visit and to discuss a circus of activities. The Old Cyder House Education Centre contains a dedicated room, which acts as a base for visiting groups, and has toilet facilities. There is a lawned courtyard which is ideal for picnic lunches in fine weather.
The museum has its own car and minibus park. Coaches can be parked by arrangement in the Berkeley Castle coach park.
When is the museum open ? And where is it ?
The museum is open to educational bookings all year round.
It is in Berkeley, just off the A38, close to M5 Junctions 13 & 14. Directions can be found here.
How much will it cost ?
Min group size 15. Max 60.
Primary
Basic visit, no museum-led activities: £3 per child Including 11⁄2 - 2hr supported circus of activities: £4.25 per child Whole day supported visit: £5.50 per child
Secondary
Basic visit, no museum-led activities: £3 per student Including 11⁄2 - 2hr supported circus of activities: £5 per student Whole day supported visit: £7 per student
Accompanying adults are free of charge. Supported visits include a preliminary planning visit for teachers.
Do you have a risk assessment ?
The risks are simply those associated with looking round any old building and garden: stairs, trip hazards and uneven ground. There are poisonous plants in some parts of the garden and churchyard such as Deadly Nightshade, Laurel and Yew. There are no roads to cross to the adjacent church and churchyard, nor to Berkeley Castle, if you are making a joint visit.
How do I get in touch ?
Contact Steven Deproost, the education officer by:
Phone: 01453 810631
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