All our programmes combine at least three of the following National Curriculum subjects: RE, English and Drama, History, Science, Art and Design, PSHE/Citizenship, Music and PE.
Whether exploring bible stories from the medieval roof bosses or re-enacting the life of a Benedictine monk, these programmes use the creative arts to open the way for children to learn, reflect and express themselves through their encounter with such an awesome building.
Although Key Stage suitability is suggested, activities can be tailored to suit specific requirements and those with special educational needs. We frequently collaborate with secondary teachers to create and deliver a package tailored to requirements and are currently working on specific programmes for KS4 and 5.
Please contact the Schools Officer for further details (01603 218320).
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Key Stage |
Subject |
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It's a Monk's Life! |
2 and 3 |
A unique opportunity for young prospective ‘candidates’ to experience the way of life of a 14th century monk. Brother Peter de Dereham, the cellarer, will show pupils round the Cathedral and Cloister. Agnes the servant will help them take part in activities and art work, concluding with a ‘Chapter’ meeting open to debate and discussion.
Supports National Framework RE, History, Art & Design. Pupils will experience the regime, way of thinking and lifestyle of a Benedictine monk living in Norwich Cathedral Priory. They will gain an understanding of how Christian beliefs shaped the way people lived their lives. They will eat vegetable pottage, process into the choir stalls for services, illuminate holy manuscripts, listen to Plainsong and the Benedictine Rule, take part in a Q and A session with Brother Peter and Agnes during a Chapter meeting and enjoy the sound of silence and stillness at the end of the day.
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£155 for a class of up to 35 pupils |
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Mysterious Medieval Lives |
3 |
An opportunity for children to explore the lives of Julian of Norwich and Peter de Dereham with a joint visit to the Julian Centre. Supports National Framework RE, History and English.
Who was Julian, the anchoress? Who was Peter de Dereham the monk? They both transformed their lives by committing themselves to God. One was bricked up in a cell, the other took vows and lived in a monastic community.
Pupils will experience an encounter in the Cathedral, take part in a 14th-century Q and A session with Peter de Dereham and Julian’s Aunt Alice, read and discuss Julian’s text about her near death experience, write an article or do a TV interview in pairs about the sensational experience. In the afternoon they will visit the Julian Centre, encounter her cell, reflect on medieval spirituality with space for music, candles and stillness.
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£155 for a class of up to 35 pupils |
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