Mini Beasts Unearthed

A full day of immersion in museum led activities to explore the Museum’s rich biodiversity. 

This workshop is suitable for KS2 students. The day facilitates time for a lunch break.

The location would be the Museum’s Nature Trail.

Breakdown of session

This is an interactive and practical workshop, which explores the biodiversity on our Nature Trail – an old coal heap which has been reclaimed by nature. The workshop includes a bug hunt using scientific equipment and a hands-on woodworking session to make bug hotels and encourage more minibeasts to make their homes on our site. Each child will complete a Discover Crest Award on the day, that can be added to their record of achievements.   

Useful information:

• We are only open Wednesday – Friday for on site bookings (Virtual Workshops are available on Mondays & Tuesdays)
• Schools will need to request an enquiry form using the ‘Enquire’ button to the left, submitting details of your visit and 3 preferred dates in order to book. We will then contact you as soon as possible to confirm.
• Lunch space is included and will be exclusive to your school.

Did you know that we also offer Virtual Workshops in a variety of topics that can be accessed from your classroom? Topics include Meet a Miner, the Victorians and Rocks and Fossils.

You can also use our downloadable resources to aid your pupils learning before and after your visit.

Email our Bookings Assistant, Sharon, on bookings@ncm.org.uk to enquire.