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Peterborough Museum & Art Gallery offers a wide and varied programme to support pupils’ learning of all ages. Can’t see what you’re looking for? Contact us and we’ll see what we can do!

Our award-winning programme has the museum collection at its heart and offers immersive experiences which cannot be replicated in the classroom. We also offer an outreach programme for those unable to visit, and a CPD programme for teachers to support the teaching of local history.

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Inside a School Visit at Peterborough Museum

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FAQs

How many classes can I book for?

Maximum capacity 3 classes. Evidence for Evolution and Archaeology sessions max capacity 2 classes. If booking 3 classes, we ask your booking to be on a Monday.

What is the ratio of adult to children?

We recommend 1:6 for KS1, 1:8 for KS2 and 1:10 for KS3.

Who is included in the cost?

Your quote includes all adults and children. There is no extra charge for adults.

What if I need to cancel the booking?

If cancelled 4 weeks (28 days) in advance of the visit there is no fee. If cancelled after 4 weeks 50% of the fee is payable. If cancelled less than 24 hours before the full fee is payable

Can I come for a pre-visit?

Yes, please contact education team. Call: 01733 864 731 or email: mercy.wilson@peterboroughlimited.co.uk

Accessibility information?

The Vaults, Garden and Operating Theatre are not wheelchair accessible (used in WW2, Tudors, Past Lives and Victorian Medicine sessions). Click here for more information.

Do you accept home schooling groups?

Please contact us to discuss your visit. Email: museum@peterboroughlimited.co.uk

Loan Box information?

Please collect and drop Loan Boxes at the Museum. Loan Boxes can be hired across multiple weeks up to 1 half term.

Where can coaches park?

Drop off and pick up outside Peterborough Museum & Art Gallery on Priestgate. Coach Park in Acland St.

Lunches?

There is a room available for you for lunch. Please try to only bring lunch bag not rucksacks to save time and space in cloakroom.

Snacks?

Please state on the booking form if you would like to have a snack.

Do you provide boxes for crafts?

If possible please bring boxes for your class's crafts, especially if your craft is a clay craft.

Introduction to Health & Safety rules

Fire procedures, toilets, food & drink, using stairs & galleries, answering questions, public place. Risk assessment sent on booking confirmation.

Can you come to us?

Yes, selected sessions are available as outreach. Find out more.

Can I hire a room?

If you would like an independent visit with your class and need a 'base' to work in or perhaps are looking for an interesting, alternative meeting space for staff, you can hire one of our non-education rooms during the day. Find out more.

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