Edinburgh Experience

Edinburgh 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 help children gain an understanding of distance, travel and transport
• To familiarise children with Scotland as part of the UK
• To familiarise children with Edinburgh so that they are able to relate to it in the national news and as the capital city of Scotland
• To compare and contrast life in Edinburgh and Hull by observing life in both cities
• To experience how a museum can bring a subject to life

Pre-visit to school

• Explanation about the visit and itinerary for the two days
• Discussion about safety, rules and behaviour to ensure the day is safe and enjoyable for everyone
Informs children what to look out for during the visit and answer any questions[/list-item]

The Experience

• A visit to Dynamic Earth
• Experience views of Edinburgh at Camera Obscura
• Enjoy an evening meal at Pizza Hut
• Set up camp for the night in St Columba’s refurbished church hall with views of Edinburgh
• Enjoy a walking tour of the sights of Edinburgh
• Step back in time with a visit to Edinburgh Castle

Post-visit to school

• View photographs from the experience
• Discuss memories and reflect upon what the children have learned
• Link knowledge with future life choices and aspirations