New Tower Bridge Education Pack

Here at Tower Bridge Exhibition we think learning should be fun so working together in partnership with the Guy Fox History Project we have produced a new and exciting Education Pack. Designed for Key Stage 2 pupils and teachers the Education Pack combines some of the most fascinating aspects of Tower Bridge with key national curriculum subjects including English, History, Geography, Citizenship, Science and Mathematics to name but a few. The Education Pack comes complete with activities to undertake before, during and after a school visit.

The first section provides teachers with all the vital information required to plan a visit.  This includes opening hours, our groups booking number, costs and most importantly how to get to Tower Bridge be it by train, coach or a gentle cruise down the Thames. We have even included a risk assessment template should teachers wish to undertake a pre trip site visit.

When visiting Tower Bridge Exhibition we recommend allowing at least 90 minutes for the visit.  Arriving at the North West Tower pupils will be transported by lift 42 meters above the River Thames, taking them up to the high level Walkways which were first crossed by the public back in 1894.  In each Tower a short video explains the history behind the Bridge’s conception and construction whilst the two Walkways offer amazing panoramic views around London.  Complete with animations Guy Fox History Project has designed a pupil’s worksheet which can be used during the visit to make their experience more fun.  With all the answers hidden within the exhibition panels in the Walkways pupils can fill in the missing words on their ‘My Visit to Tower Bridge Exhibition’ worksheet.

Having exited via a lift in the South Tower, pupils should follow the blue line to the Victorian Engine Rooms situated underneath the Bridge on the south bank.  On arrival to the Engine Rooms they can then embark on a treasure hunt finding and naming all of the key pieces of machinery that were once used to raise the bascules of Tower Bridge. Here they will learn all about the original workings of the Bridge whilst marvelling at the magnificent coal boilers and steam engines that have been meticulously maintained.  

The fun and learning continue back in the class room with a whole range of activities which are specially designed to complement the national curriculum. Using the experience of their visit pupils can be set Mathematic questions based on the height, length and weight of Tower Bridge with all the answers provided to cause teachers minimal preparation time. History, Geography and Citizenship can be studied by comparing Tower Bridge in 1894 to that of today looking at changes in landscape, population and employment. Whilst a whole host of creative activities allow both Art and Design and Design and Technology curriculum links to be covered.

The Education Pack is free to download and makes the ideal accompaniment to a School Visit.  We ask that any school group pre books their visit with our dedicated group bookings coordinator who can also explain about the special offers we have for school groups studying the national curriculum.

Group Bookings Number- +44 (0)20 7407 9191 or email us at enquiries@towerbridge.org.uk

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