ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION
Our vision is:
To rebuild biodiversity and engage people with their environment.
The Importance of Education Outdoors
In November 2006, the government signed the Manifesto for Learning Outside the Classroom.
When you step outside the classroom you have the opportunity to transform learning and raise achievement. Learning outside allows participants to learn in context, to learn by practical engagement and to learn by personal discovery. Pupils can master new skills, work collaboratively with others and develop a better sense of themselves and their potential.
"Thank you for an excellent trip. Perfectly matched to our needs, excellent range of activities, well organised and the children had fun while they learned."
Clare Belk, Buttington Trewern CP School
What we offer:
- School programs at our nature reserves
Choose from a selection of programmes at a number of reserves, our education programs are designed in line with the National Curriculum. A full list of curriculum links will be sent out when you have decided on your program and discussed your needs with our Education Officer. Our programmes are adapted to Key Stages 1, 2 & 3. - Outreach
Visits from our Education Officer to run a programme in your school grounds. Programmes may be adapted to suit available facilities and tailor made to suit your requirements. Our Education Officer may carry out an initial site visit to undertake a risk assessment. - Events
A yearly program of events through the year, including family days and more specialist events.
TEACHING RESERVES
Llyn Coed y Dinas, Welshpool
The reserve has a fantastic dipping pond and a large hide with colourful displays, which is excellent for bird spotting. The site also has a large car park and good access to all areas. Toilet facilities available.
Severn Farm Pond, Welshpool
This reserve has plenty of areas for pond dipping, two bird hides and covered teaching area. There is also a recently developed sensory garden. Toilet facilities available.
Pwll Penarth, Newtown
This reserve has two bird hides and a specially created area for pond dipping. Shallow margins around the lake provides areas for wading birds.
HEALTH & SAFETY INFORMATION
A safety information sheet will be provided once you make a booking, to help you with your risk assessment. Any cuts need to be covered with a waterproof plaster. We encourage you to book a pre-visit on site with the Education Officer, if you have time. Pupils must be dressed appropriately for the outdoors, with sturdy shoes and warm, waterproof clothing. In hot weather they may need sun cream, sun hats and plenty to drink.
BOOKING
To book a program, please contact our Education Officer, Katie Gee at the office, or email katie@montwt.co.uk
Programmes cost £2 per pupil per half day. See our Schools Membership package for big discounts!
