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Palace arts

SEND session

About this session

SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) | Subject: History | Topic: Georgians | Session type: Classroom-based, Route-based – Georgian Story

Find out about life at the Georgian court. Explore the many beautiful art forms displayed in this palace during this multisensory session.

  • Singing a rhyme about exploring the palace
  • Handling replica objects.
  • A sensory exploration of the Georgian rooms in the palace 

What to expect?

  • This session will take place indoors in both a wheelchair-accessible classroom and on the first floor of the palace in the Georgian rooms. Lift access is available.
  • The session will be led by a facilitator trained in working with SEND audiences.
  • The facilitator will be in costume unless requested otherwise by the school.
  • The session is flexible according to the needs of your students but can involve: Singing a rhyme about exploring the palace handling replica objects; trying on Tudor costume (with an opportunity to wear into the palace); a sensory exploration of the Georgian rooms in the palace
  • A member of the Schools team will contact teachers in the weeks before your visit to check access and learning requirements.
  • Teachers will be required to actively support learners and engage with the session. 

Who is this session aimed at?  

This session is suitable for students with access needs (visual, hearing, learning, mobility). 

Learning objectives 

Students will: 

  • Learn about Hampton Court’s stories and history. 
  • Be empowered to use their senses to explore new historic environments. 
  • Develop social and emotional skills. 

Booking information

Availability  

Thursday 2 October 
Wednesday 22 October 
Wednesday 5 November 
Friday 7 November 
Thursday 13 November 
Friday 23 January 
Wednesday 11 February
Thursday 12 March 
Friday 8 May 
Wednesday 20 May 
Thursday 4 June 
Wednesday 8 July 

Session times 
10.30, 13.00 
 
Duration
90 minutes 
 
Capacity 
Up to 10 students plus additional accompanying adults. We aim to be as flexible as possible, and would be happy to discuss class size further with you at point of booking. 
 
Price 
£70 (includes admission)

We also offer sessions developed for groups with a mix of moderate learning needs. At Hampton Court Palace these are Investigating King Henry (KS2) and Henry to Mary: A religious rollercoaster (KS3). 

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