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Oriel y Parc for Schools
Welcome to Oriel y Parc
We offer a variety of resources for learning and teaching, with a full programme of events for schools and INSET opportunities for teachers.
The new Curriculum 2008 is central to our sessions, providing opportunities to develop a wide range of skills, as well as meeting the requirements of Curriculum Cymraeg.
This year also sees the launch of our Foundation Phase package, designed specifically to support teachers who are delivering this exciting new programme.
Here you will find all the information that you need to plan a successful and enjoyable visit to Oriel y Parc, as well as links to our 2009/10 schools programme.
Download a copy of our 2009/10 schools programmes below:
Scroll down to find out about:
• Making a Booking
• Admission
• Facilities
• Self Directed Visits
• Pre and Post Visit Resources
Making a Booking
Advance booking is essential for all groups.
To make a booking please contact the education officer, Luci Hall, on 01437 720392 or lucindah@pembrokeshirecoast.org.uk with the following information:
• Preferred date of your visit
• The number of pupils and adults attending
• The session that you require
Once you have made a booking, we will send you written confirmation together with any relevant or additional information required.
Admission
Admission to Oriel y Parc is free of charge.
There will be a small charge of £2.00 per pupil for all sessions booked with the Education Officer. This price includes both pre and post visit resources.
Facilities
The Discovery Room is a 50 seat classroom with an attached artists’ workshop, which together provide practical facilities for art, craft and science, and can be used for lunch if the weather lets us down.
There is a large car park situated to the side of Oriel y Parc with ample parking for coaches and minibuses. Coaches will be met on arrival by the Education Officer.
Bags, coats and packed lunches can be stored in the Discovery Room.
Self Directed Visits
You are welcome to visit the gallery independently with your school group but you must book ahead. We offer a range of resources designed to support your visit which can be provided on request.
Pre and Post Visit Resources (Coming Soon)
We are currently developing support materials to help you and your pupils to get the most from your visit to the gallery. Resources will include a detailed teachers’ pack, pre and post visit activity ideas / worksheets and fact sheets relating to the exhibition.
For teachers wishing to lead their own visits, we will also be providing activity sheets which encourage exploration of the exhibition. These will be available to download from the website or by contacting the Education Officer.