Christmas closure: The Archive will be closed from 15 December to 2 January
Free, fun-filled learning experiences
Schools
Our award-winning Schools programme is completely free and open to all.
Choose from our selection of hands-on, interactive, curriculum-linked workshops for your visit to the Archive. Most workshops are two hours long and take place at the Archive in Leeds during term time.
Home Educating Families
Are you a Home Educator? Choose from our selection of hands-on, interactive workshops. Our Home Education programme is completely free and open to all.
“It was an extremely educational experience which covered several objectives. It was also enjoyable and fun for all children who were all engaged and involved.”
Year 3 Teacher
How to book a visit
All you need to do is get in touch! Let us know which workshop you’re interested in and an idea of when you’d like to come and we’ll get back to you to discuss the details.
FAQs for schools
Group Size
We can accommodate up to 36 pupils plus accompanying adults at any one time.
Access and SEND
There is level access throughout the Archive and we have an accessible toilet. If you’re planning a visit with pupils with SEND we’ll work with you to make sure everyone has the best possible experience, just get in touch.
We have a visual story and sensory map here to help you prepare for your visit.
Pre-workshop Visits
We’re always very happy to arrange pre-visits to the Archive for teachers that have already booked workshops. Pre-visits are an opportunity for you to look around, see the facilities and chat to us about the details of your visit and any particular requirements you may have.
Coach and Car Parking
Let us know if your coach needs to park up during your visit. There are two Blue Badge car parking spaces outside the Archive, but no other car parking is available on site. For more information about nearby car parking please click the red button.
Facilities
Workshops take place in the exhibition and our Learning Room, which can also be used for eating packed lunches before or after workshops. We have toilets adjacent to the Learning Room, including accessible facilities.
Safeguarding and Risk Assessment
You can read our Safeguarding Policy here. To help with your planning we’ll send a risk assessment for your workshop when you book.
How to Find Us
All the information you need about getting here is on our Plan Your Visit page.
