School Workshops
The Brilliant Britons
Join our quarrelling historians, Professor Past and Dr Dunne, as they trace their families’ roots from the dawn of the Stone Age to the end of the Second World War – taking in over ten thousand years of British history in a fast-paced and action-packed hour and a half!
Introduction
This hilarious and highly interactive presentation has the unique feature of covering key features of every age demanded by the National Curriculum / Curriculum for Excellence, from the birth of civilization to the Roman invasion and from the Viking incursions to the rise of the Saxons – as well as paying brief visits to the bakery at the heart of the Great Fire of London, St Paul’s Cathedral in Victorian times and the Home Front in World War II.
Not only that, of course, but the experience can be enjoyed by up to 420 pupils in a single day – as well as supporting schools approaches to teaching British values.
| Year Groups | EYFS-KS2 |
|---|---|
| Curriculum | History |
| Pupil Numbers | 420 pupils per day |
| Duration | 1½ hours – half a day (depending on how many classes) |
| Space | School Hall |
Workshop Testimonials
“Ten out of ten! I was taken aback by just how good the Time Travel Theatre actors were – and by the impacts the workshops had on the pupils!”
“Today, our Jubilee celebrations have included History workshops called ‘Long to Reign Over Us’. We have been learning all about life in Britain over the past seventy years.”
“Thank you from us all for the fantastic workshops – I have had so much positive feedback from the different classes and the content you delivered was spot on for each of the groups.
I was in awe of how easy you made it look, which as a teacher with 20 years experience I don’t say very often! – we will certainly have no hesitation in booking you again in the future.”
“Year 2 had the most incredible History Day with As Creatives! We spent the whole day being historians and learning so much about significant individuals such as Mary Seacole, Martin Luther King, Queen Elizabeth 2, Rosa Parks & Helen Sharman.”
“The students gained a great amount of knowledge from the workshop, and enjoyed learning about a different aspect of WWII and VE Day. This has helped Year 6 to have questions answered that we did not get to cover during our WWII topic. It also allowed other pupils to gain further knowledge, or beginning knowledge about the importance of WWII.”
“Thank you so much for making our history day come alive.
The children thoroughly enjoyed their time with you and everyone had high praise for your great knowledge and enthusiasm!”
“Wow, can I just say how fantastic you are. We had a brilliant day and the kids loved it. Thank you for making our history day so special. Thank you once again. Your communication was brilliant and your ideas were super!”
Workshop FAQs
How many pupils can take part in one day?
Brilliant Britons can be enjoyed by up to 420 pupils in a single day!
What is the format of the day?
This hilarious and highly interactive presentation is aproximately 1 hour and a half. Multiple sessions per day to fit in with your school timetable.
Are there any technical requirements?
Each working space needs to be equipped with laptop/screen/projector, so pupils can view the supporting PowerPoint throughout.
Where will the workshops take place?
These workshops require the use of your school hall.
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