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Our day visit programme for schools is offered on a seasonal cycle with opportunities to spend time with the various animals including cows, sheep, geese, ducks, turkeys, hens and pigs.

Pupils will be able to understand where their food comes as well as how the by-products, such as wool, are used.

Pupils will develop a sense of empathy as they spend time with the animals and many pupils find the experience positive for their mental wellbeing as they develop an understanding of our senses and how we interact with and react to the world around us.

Our school education workshops support the delivery of The Curriculum for Excellence, and many of our activities are based outdoors on our 2000 acre estate, making use of our natural spaces to inspire learning. The King's Foundation works in harmony with the natural world, and as such our workshops also touch upon the UN Sustainable Development goals and support learning for sustainability.

TIMINGS
Full day workshops run from 10am until 2pm (3pm for Secondary) each day.

NUMBERS
Our primary workshops can accommodate a maximum of 30 pupils. For smaller groups, there is a 15 pupil minimum charge. 

Our secondary workshops can accommodate a maximum of 20 pupils. For smaller groups there is a 12 pupil minimum number. 

COSTS
There is no charge for this workshop at point of booking, however you will receive an invoice from our finance team soon after your booking is confirmed. You will be charged £5.50 per head based on numbers provided at the time of booking, and this must be paid prior to the workshop taking place. If you bring additional pupils on the day, you will receive a further invoice to cover any additional material costs. We cannot offer refunds to schools bringing fewer pupils than stated at point of booking. There is no charge for Secondary Schools. 

Our farm education activity takes pupils from Primary 1 through to upper secondary school and develops an understanding of the food production system and good practice in farming. Workshops are contextualised by age and range from the opportunity to view an egg in development to handling new-born chicks or focusing on one particular industry such as dairy or beef farming.

Secondary pupils with an interest in rural skills are able to gain a greater understanding of animal husbandry and welfare beyond that available in school to enhance their skills and knowledge. We place great importance in sustainable farming practice to ensure that pupils who take part in our workshops develop an understanding of the issues the planet currently faces in producing food for an expanding population without detriment to the planet.

Our school education workshops support the delivery of The Curriculum for Excellence, and many of our activities are based outdoors on our 2000 acre estate, making use of our natural spaces to inspire learning. The King's Foundation works in harmony with the natural world, and as such our workshops also touch upon the UN Sustainable Development goals and support learning for sustainability.

TIMINGS
Our rural skills workshops run from 10am until 3pm each day.

NUMBERS
Our secondary workshops can accommodate a maximum of 20 pupils. For smaller groups there is a 12 pupil minimum number. 

COSTS
 There is no charge for Secondary Schools. 

We're delighted to open the farm gates and invite families along to our Easter Farm Tours, taking place at Valentin’s Education Farm, on Dumfries House Estate. Guests will have the chance to meet our rare breed animals and some new life born on the estate this Spring.

Tours will last approximately, 1hr 15mins. Booking is essential.

Please note children must be accompanied by an adult. There must be a minimum of 1 adult for every 3 children under the age of 10.

Our Farm and Garden workshops teach children how growing plants and caring for animals are closely linked — and how both play a vital role in supporting our planet. Open to children of all primary ages, these engaging sessions explore everything from growing fruit and vegetables in the garden to looking after farm animals, helping students understand where their food comes from and how farmers and gardeners alike, work with nature.

Rooted in His Majesty The King's Harmony in Nature philosophy, our workshops highlight regenerative and sustainable practices, encouraging children to develop good habits they can carry forward and share with others.

If you require further information on the content of our workshops before booking, please contact dh.education@kings-foundation.org

Our school education workshops support the delivery of The Curriculum for Excellence, and many of our activities are based outdoors on our 2000 acre estate, making use of our natural spaces to inspire learning. The King's Foundation works in harmony with the natural world, and as such our workshops also touch upon the UN Sustainable Development goals and support learning for sustainability.

COSTS
There is no charge for this workshop at point of booking, however you will receive an invoice from our finance team soon after your booking is confirmed. You will be charged £5.50 per head based on numbers provided at the time of booking.