Education at NRM Shildon
Locomotion has a core programme of education activities tailored to suit the areas of the National Curriculum at Key Stages 1, 2 and 3. We also offer ASDAN workshops for Key stage 4 students.
Washday adventure
Using actions and rhyme, the washday routine is reenacted in the same setting the Hackworth family experienced over 150 years ago. 5 - 9 year olds. 45 minutes.
Class Act
This workshop vividly brings to life the differences between the lives of rich and poor children in the Victorian era. 9 - 11 year olds. 45 minutes.
Earth Energy
Discover how Locomotion uses innovative methods to conserve its resources. 10 - 11 year olds. 45 minutes.
Transport timeline
Discover the pioneering engineers who built the railways. 4 - 11 year olds. 45 minutes.