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Develop your students’ interest and enthusiasm for the past on a trip to remember, specially designed for Special Educational Needs (SEN) groups. As they step through the giant prison gates, they’ll be transported into a truly immersive and memorable experience.
Developed by specialists in education and history, the Education Behind Bars Programme offers a unique, immersive learning experience. Aligned with the national curriculum, it engages students with thought-provoking exercises and activities that extend learning beyond the classroom.
We provide comprehensive resources for both students and teachers, ensuring the educational impact lasts well beyond the visit. The programme includes 3 core elements: a Guided Tour, an Educational Activity, and Self-Guided Discovery. Each component is expertly delivered by our trained guides and facilitators.
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Every student participating in the programme receives a comprehensive Education Pack. This pack includes an Educational Activity sheet, an Activity Booklet, a Site Map to guide their Self-Guided Discovery, and a Certificate of Completion to commemorate their visit.
These resources are designed to extend learning beyond the visit, offering students the tools they need to reflect on their experiences.
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Your visit is carefully structured to maximise educational value while keeping students engaged throughout the day. The itinerary is designed to provide a comprehensive, immersive experience that brings history to life.
A standard visit lasts approximately 3 hours, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience that is both engaging and informative. This structure ensures your students leave with a deeper understanding of history and the workings of the penal system. We are also happy to tailor the itinerary to meet your specific needs, including arranging lunch from our onsite café if required.
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Explore the evolution of crime and punishment, dive into history to understand how society’s views have shaped the justice system today
Explore justice through history and debate the past as you unpack the complexities of capital punishment in the real-life case of Harry Dainton.
Explore how the media glamorises crime through the Kray twins, contrasting legend with reality and examining its powerful influence on society’s views of justice.
ADDRESS
Shepton Mallet Prison,
Frithfield Lane,
Shepton Mallet,
Somerset,
BA4 5FQ
01749 681862
01749 681862