Practical Information (Foundation - KS2)

Costs and Times
Artist into School Package - all £4.50 per pupil
Museum Visits and complementary education packs- all £3 per pupil

Morning sessions start at 10:00am prompt and finish in time for lunch. Afternoon sessions begin after lunch at 12:30pm.
Please arrive on time to get the most out of your day. Please bring a packed lunch if you are staying for lunch.

Much Ado About Nothing
Outdoor performance - £3 per pupil
There are 10 free pre-visit workshops available delivered in school by an actor to schools that book the performance. These will be provided on a first come, first served basis. Please contact the Education Department for further details.

Free Pre-Visit
You and a guest are welcome to visit the Museum for free to help you prepare for your school visit. Please telephone in advance to book your place and ensure you are not changed for your visit.

If you think your group may have any access needs please discuss these requirements upon booking so you can get the most out of your day. Wheelchair access to our Education Suite is limited, in most cases we can usually relocate your group to a more accessable room.

 

Practical Information (KS3 - KS5)

Costs and Times

All sessions cost £4 per pupil.

Sessions run from 10:00am - 2:30pm for a class up to 20 pupils (15 pupils for Naked Bodies). If your numbers drop below 13 pupils you  will be charged a total fee of £50 to cover the cost of materials and a professional artist. Please arrive on time to get the most out of your day.

Free Pre-Visit

 

You and a guest are welcome to visit the Museum for free to help you prepare for your school visit. Please telephone the education department in advance to book your place and ensure you are not charged for your visit.

If you think your group may have any access needs please discuss any requirements upon booking so you can get the most out of your day. Wheelchair access to our Education Suite is limited, in most cases we can usually relocate your group to a more accessable room.

For bookings and enquiries contact:

Leigh Mylchreest
The Bowes Museum
Barnard Castle
County Durham
DL12 8NP

01833 694602
education@thebowesmuseum.org.uk
www.thebowesmuseum.org.uk

 

Please note education office hours are 8.30am-5pm Monday-Thursday & 8.30am-4.30pm Friday. Closed weekends.