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BAE Systems Experience

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Aims

To gain an insight into BAE Systems as a significant local employer
To learn about the many different jobs and skills needed to design and build aircrafts
To understand the relationship between education and career and the level of education needed to go into science, design and engineering roles
To raise children’s aspirations by showing them that there are a wide variety of jobs available within the city
To show children the level of commitment and self discipline needed to build a successful career in science and engineering industries
To develop young people’s confidence and communications skills by engaging them in projects with mentors from the world of work

The visit

A tour of the manufacturing facility where the world famous Hawk Jump Jet aircraft was built
Tour of the Mission Systems
A flight in the flight simulator
Workshop learning about the forces of flight, building individual Hover Hawks and Hoop Gliders and learning how to move a vehicle using a computer programme
Meet and chat to staff throughout the company about their individual roles and the training and experience they have

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ARCO Experience

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Aims

To learn about the history of one of Hull’s oldest and biggest family businesses
To gain an insight into the everyday operation of Arco including ethical trading locally and internationally
To begin to understand the different jobs available and the skills and qualifications needed
To develop a broad understanding of the quantity of different products ARCO sells
To discover the role IT plays in logistics and distribution
To understand the level of commitment needed to be a conscientious and effective employee
To meet and chat to members of the ARCO workforce
To handle, wear and use products associated with the company including protective clothing
To discuss and understand the importance of health and safety in the workplace

The Visit

A guided tour of the ARCO offices, warehouse, goods yard and canteen etc
Opportunities to meet and chat to staff in different areas, services and departments
Meet members of the senior managers for questions and answers session
Discussion about the role of ARCO in Hull’s economy
Practical session looking at some of the goods and trying on safety clothing and equipment

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Digital Art

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This award-winning Digital IT Art experience can be enjoyed by pupils in Key Stage 2 by exploring Hull’s intriguing past in a completely unique way. Using the latest mobile technology the pupils will be unleashing their creativity to produce stunning visual effects and videos they can be proud of.

Following an exploration of one of the city centre museums, capturing interesting photographs, the children return to the Learning Zone to express their artistic talents using and combining a number of creative apps to add dramatic effects. The final project includes:

Transforming their photos by adding amazing effect and interactive adjustable filters such as mosaics, puzzles, motion blur, tile, x-ray, collage and light tunnels.
Adding effects to give their phots a vintage or retro feel.
Creating 3-D video effects such as wormhole tunnels or spinning globes
Turning words and photos into amazing typographic works of art.
Combining their digital photos and videos to create collages.
Graphic designing to create a persuasive advert to encourage visitors to visit the museum.
Creating a professional looking Hollywood style ‘Horror’ movie to celebrate Hull’s heritage.

The day concludes with an exciting showcase of the children’s finished movies and digital artwork on the big screen. All digital content is saved in a digital book and sent to the school so that the children can enjoy and celebrate their work back at school and home.

The session is underpinned by 21st Century Skills (Communication, Collaboration, Creativity, Critical Thinking) and the pupils will also use the following skills:

Literacy
Digital Literacy
Multimedia
Spoken Language
History (Hull’s past)
Digital Art

iPads and apps will be provided for the pupils to use throughout the day

AB Ports & P&O Ferries

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Aims

To learn about the history of Hull as a port and the role it plays in Great Britain
To learn about AB Ports and the key role it plays in Hull’s economy
To understand Hull’s position as a port within Europe and the rest of the world
To discover the wide range of jobs available and the skills needed to work at a port and on a ferry
To explore the process of imports and exports in a thriving port
To learn about P&0 Ferries, its role in the shipping industry and the many jobs that are available

The Visit

A guided tour of one of the P & O Ferries cruise ships
An activity to be completed on board the ship
A Coach tour of the port with opportunities to stop and observe the many activities across the docks
Opportunities to meet and chat to staff in different areas, services and departments within the port
Workshops and presentation from Associated British Ports
Discussion about the role of the port in the emerging green energy market

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Farm Experience

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Aims

To understand the importance of a healthy diet and the impact on long term health
To appreciate the need for a balanced diet
To trace the sources of food from growth to plate
To learn about different crops and what foods they become in the supermarket
To learn about the animals and how they relate to food in the supermarket

The visit

To visit to a fully working and operational farm including agricultural, animal and milk production. Children spend time in different areas of the farm, including feeding and cleaning animals, looking at crop and milk production, sitting on a tractor, looking at farm machinery, holding the hens and collecting eggs.

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BBC Experience

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Aims

To understand how the BBC operates radio and TV stations in Hull
To begin to understand the many different jobs required to operate a TV and radio station
To understand the recruitment process, qualifications and experience needed to work in TV and radio
To understand journalism and its role in TV and radio
To familiarise children with how news bulletins are put together for both radio and TV
To develop children’s reporting, interviewing and presentation skills by producing an item for both TV and radio
To learn how technology, IT equipment and software are transforming TV and radio and their role in delivering the news
To build children’s confidence by encouraging them to speak with a microphone or to a camera

Pre-visit to school

Explain the aims and objectives of the visit and go through the itinerary of the day
Discussions around young people’s perceptions of radio and TV
Discussion around the role of the media and reporting news
Talk about safety, rules and behaviours to ensure the day is safe and enjoyable
Tell the children what to think about during the visit and answer any questions

The Visit

A visit to the BBC studios in Hull to learn about employment opportunities in TV and radio including case studies of different careers of individual staff within the studio
Meet the BBC TV and radio staff teams including famous faces they have seen on the TV and heard on the radio
Research a local news topic for use in an afternoon workshop
Practical workshops learning about the different equipment involved
Working with a professional TV or radio presenter, in groups, recording a news piece for TV and radio with music, voice over, film clips, sound effects and interviews
All groups evaluating each production with peer discussions and suggestions for improvement

Post-visit to school

To review and reflect on the learning experience and chat about the different job roles and skills and qualifications needed. Further discussion about how education links to employment

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Paintbox

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The Aim

To enable children from our inner city schools to visit and appreciate the countryside
To consider the differences between living in the city and the country
To explore the English countryside and life outdoors by walking, observing, identifying and drawing
To use the work of David Hockney as a stimulus for art work, depicting a scene from a panoramic viewpoint
To capture the beauty of the landscape through art
To capture a specific scene using an array of artistic materials guided and inspired by a professional artist
To produce an artistic display for an exhibition
To learn the skills needed to produce outstanding artwork
To be aware of the various work opportunities that the countryside has to offer

Pre-visit to school

Explain the aims and objectives of the visit and go through the itinerary of the day
Discussions around young people’s perceptions of countryside and art
A discussion about David Hockney
Talk about safety, rules and behaviours to ensure the day is safe and enjoyable
Tell the children what to think about during the visit and answer any questions

The Visit

A visit to the village of Warter (Hockney country) led by professional artist to explore the area which inspired the famous artworks of David Hockney, one of Yorkshire’s most famous artists
Workshop in a beautiful converted church about the tourism, national heritage and history of Water
Coach trip into the countryside with a walk along a valley
Time spent sketching the landscape with various artistic materials
Back to the church to produce individual interpretations of the countryside with crayons, water colours, oils and chalk
After group discussions and support from the artist, production of individual final pieces of art for exhibition

Post-visit to school

To review and reflect on the learning experience and chat about the countryside and the differences in lifestyle. Review of the artwork produced, with links to City of Culture and the role of art in culture.

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Kip on a Ship

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Aims

To help children understand the wider world that exists outside of their community
To experience different modes of transport
To help children gain an understanding of distance, travel and transport
To familiarise children with London so that they are able to relate to it in the national news and as our capital city
To compare and contrast life in London and Hull by observing life in both cities
To spend the night on the HMS Belfast
To develop an interest in wartime history and experience how a museum can bring a subject to life

Pre-visit to school

Explanation of the objectives of the visit and go through the itinerary of the day
Talk about safety, rules and behaviours to ensure the day is safe and enjoyable
Tell the children what to look out for during the visit and answer any questions

The Visit

A tour of London on foot and using the underground which can include Downing Street, Horse Guards Parade, St James Park, Buckingham Palace and Trafalgar Square (depending on the school’s preference).[list-item] [list-item]All groups have the opportunity to either ride the London Eye or board a river cruise along the Thames.
A tour of the HMS Belfast led by Hull Children’s University staff.
Set up camp in the lower decks of the HMS Belfast. Optional trip to a theatre in the west end.
If Parliament is booked: Full guided tour of the Houses of Parliament followed by a workshop led by Parliament staff.

Post-visit to school

Discussing memories of the visit, viewing photographs of the day and reflecting upon what children have learned and how that knowledge can impact on their life and future choices.

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Night at the Museum

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Aims

To help children understand the wider world that exists outside of their community
To experience different modes of transport
To help children gain an understanding of distance, travel and transport
To familiarise children with London so that they are able to relate to it in the national news and as our capital city
To compare and contrast life in London and Hull by observing life in both cities
To spend the night at the Natural History Museum
To experience how a museum can bring a subject to life
To develop an interest in science, history and discovery

Pre-visit to school

It is recommended that the children watch the film “A Night at the Museum”! Explanation of the objectives of the visit and go through the itinerary of the day. Talk about safety, rules and behaviours to ensure the day is safe and enjoyable. Tell the children what to look out for during the visit and answer any questions

The Visit

A tour of London on foot and using the underground which can include Downing Street, Horse Guards Parade, St James Park, Buckingham Palace and Trafalgar Square (depending on the school’s preference).
All groups have the opportunity to either ride the London Eye or board a river cruise along the Thames.
Set up camp in the Natural History Museum under the dinosaurs.
Take part in various workshops which are led by the museum.

Post-visit to school

Discussing memories of the visit, viewing photographs of the day and reflecting upon what children have learned and how that knowledge can impact on their life and future choices.

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London Experience

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Aims

To help children understand the wider world that exists outside of their community
To experience different modes of transport
To develop children’s sense of identity and opinions through discussion and debate
To encourage children to develop their own beliefs and values
To help children gain an understanding of distance, travel and transport
To familiarise children with London so that they are able to relate to it in the national news and as our capital city
To introduce children to politics and encourage them to think about the skills and talents required in this area
To understand and be able to explain the differences between government, Parliament and democracy
To encourage children to be able to debate about a subject and form opinions that they can explain and defend

Pre-visit to school

the aims and objectives of the visit and go through the itinerary of the day
Show pictures of key London landmarks and identify them
Talk about safety, rules and behaviours to ensure the day is safe and enjoyable
Tell the children what to look out for during the visit and answer any questions

The Visit

A tour of London on foot and using the underground which can include Downing Street, the Horse Guards, St James Park, Buckingham Palace and Trafalgar Square depending on the school’s preference.
All groups have the opportunity to either ride the London Eye or board a river cruise along the Thames.
If Parliament is booked: Full guided tour of the Houses of Parliament followed by a workshop led by Parliament staff.

Post-visit to school

Discussing memories of the visit, viewing photographs of the day and reflecting upon what children have learned and how that knowledge can impact on their life and future choices.

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