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The Romans

An engaging hands-on workshop discovering all things Roman 
Image by Briana Tozour

Hands-On Fun & Learning

Like our other workshops, this one too has been carefully designed to provide exciting interactive activities, all geared to ensure children learn alongside having fun.  

After learning how to be an archaeologist, children can step into Roman life themselves 

 

This workshop is designed to meet the requirements of the KS2 curriculum and can be adapted to meet your school's needs. Please contact us to discuss your particular needs and preferences.  

 

Response to this workshop has been overwhelmingly positive from both teachers and pupils alike. So why not book this memorable experience for your school?  

Part 1

Ancient Coins

In the first part of the workshop, children are asked to explore the question 'How do we find out about the past?' by becoming archaeologists themselves. 

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They excavate artefacts from the Roman period. Each excavation is a different site and there are clues to the identity of the site/person involved. The children discuss amongst themselves what they could be, what they were used for, and what do they mean. Children then create a mini museum from the objects they have found and visit each other’s displays. 

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As part of teacher-led activities, children learn about stratigraphy and how archaeologists literally piece together the past! 

Part 2

National Museum of Roman Art

The second part of the workshop looks at the vast array of different types of Roman pottery. They look more closely mosaics and then design make their own to keep and take home. 

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As part of teacher-led activities, children can make flour to become Roman bakers and learn a little bit of Latin! 

Response to this workshop has been overwhelmingly positive from both teachers and pupils alike. So why not book this memorable experience for your school? 

Workshop Gallery

National Museum of Roman Art
A fantastic day loved by every child

“The children were heavily involved in a practical activity and this sparked a lot of discussion and they began using a great vocabulary and to use it in the correct way. They learned a lot about different types of pottery and the marks on them. They also learned about the different ages. This was a fantastic day which was absolutely loved by every single child involved and I would like to say a massive thank you from all of the staff at Hampton College Primary Phase.” 

Callum Waters

Hampton College, Peterborough

We love exploring new ways of engaging children in learning and seeing the excitement on their faces as they try out these new practical activities! 

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