Schools
Our programme
Our warm and welcoming programme for schools inspires children and young people to explore, create, ask questions and express themselves, building confidence, curiosity and a sense of belonging in museums.
Inspired by the unique houses and collections, visits are tailored to each group’s needs, interests and curriculum. Teachers can curate their own experience from a range of hands-on workshops and interactive activities, spanning art and design, music, storytelling, textiles, printing, calligraphy, science and nature.
You all worked really hard to make our time enjoyable and packed full of learning. The children and staff were touched by the magic of the place and you really got the best out of them!!
From learning life drawing in the studio where Frederic, Lord Leighton painted Flaming June to discovering the spectacular tiled interiors, pupils can explore these extraordinary Victorian artists’ homes in depth. Led by knowledgeable museum educators and specialist creatives, visits bring the houses and their collections to life through creative discovery and learning by doing, helping young people feel confident and inspired to visit museums in the future.
Thank you so, so much for welcoming our students to the museum today. They were beyond excited on their return, and said they had a wonderful time.
Snapshot Information: School workshops
Available: Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays
Duration: 90 - 120 minutes
Cost: Free for non-fee-paying schools in Kensington and Chelsea. Otherwise, £6 per student, accompanying adults free. Pre-visits for teachers also free.
Workshops: Visits combine an interactive tour of the historic house with a complementary practical, hands-on workshop.
Facilities and Access:
Leighton House - toilets including accessible, dedicated cloakroom for coats and bags, school groups are welcome to sit and eat in the museum garden, step free access to Learning Centre, Historic House and garden.
Sambourne House – no step free access