Low Luckens Organic Resource Centre
Education at Low Luckens
We offer a wide range of experiences including the opportunities to find out about where food comes from, to value and enjoy the natural environment and to work together.
We can provide a range of programmes linked to the National Curriculum. Concepts such as food chains which can only be talked about in a classroom come to life in a woodland; the journey of a river can be followed from spring to confluence; life cycles can be seen in plants and animals; the natural environment can be used to stimulate ideas in art and writing – the possibilities are endless.
Information for Teachers
· Teachers are welcome to make a preliminary visit to the centre and farm to meet the centre staff and look around.
· All visits are pre-planned by you and the Education Development Officer (an experienced teacher) either at the centre or at your school.
· The Education Development Officer will draw up a programme for the day which will be sent to you before the visit for confirmation of your requirements.
· On the day of your visit you will be accompanied by the Education Development Officer and other members of the centre staff where appropriate (e.g. farmer).
· There are risk assessments in place for most activities at the centre. These can be discussed at your preliminary visit.
· Discipline is the responsibility of the teacher and not centre staff. Children are expected to behave appropriately, particularly near animals and farm machinery.
· The cost for schools not participating in one of our programmes is £2 per child
· For further in formation contact the Centre Educational Development Officer at: 016977 48186
e-mail: lowluckenseducation@hotmail.co.uk
