Full Day

Art and Design

Sculpture

KS1

KS2

Exploring Sculpture

Get creative with a hands-on sculpture workshop, then head outdoors to explore contemporary art, imaginative gardens and the natural world.

Package details

  • Time

    Full Day (10am - 2pm)

  • Group size

    20 to 120

  • Price*

    £9 per learner

  • Free adult entry (within supervision ratios)

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About this package

Burghley’s Sculpture Garden gives pupils the chance to experience art in a very different way. With a huge range of sculpture to spot, shapes and materials to compare, and plenty of details to look at closely, it’s a great setting for encouraging creativity and first-hand observation.

In this package, pupils begin their day with one structured learning session, choosing either a clay or wire sculpture workshop. The rest of the day is yours to explore. Teachers can continue the learning at their own pace in the Sculpture Garden and Garden of Surprises, using the spaces for observation, discussion, sketching and their own activities, or simply give pupils time to look closely and enjoy art in a completely different setting.

A visit to Hide & Secrets Adventure Play can also be added to the visit on request.

How the day works

This package combines one educator-led learning session with a self-guided visit to Burghley's gardens. You can choose either a Clay Sculpture Workshop or Wire Sculpture Workshop for your group. Please tell us which workshop you would prefer in your enquiry form. You can explore both sessions below to find out more about what each involves.

We can welcome up to 120 pupils on each visit. To keep sessions engaging and manageable, your school group will be divided into smaller rotation groups of up to 30 pupils. The day will be timetabled so that each group takes part in each learning session during the day.

A visit to Hide & Secrets Adventure Play can also be added to the timetable. If you would like to include this, please add a note in your enquiry form.

Learning opportunities

01

Develop an understanding of sculpture as an art form.

02

Apply classroom learning in a real-world setting.

03

Ask questions, discuss ideas and share observations.

04

Develop curiosity through first-hand investigation.

05

Explore how sculpture can relate to its natural setting.

06

Develop control and confidence in different materials.

07

Use a range of tools and techniques.

08

Explore wire as a material for creating three-dimensional sculpture.

09

Explore how marks, texture, pattern and shape can be used to create a design.

10

Understand how a clay design can be transformed into a plaster cast.

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Planning your visit

How is the day structured?

Your visit will include time for arrival and orientation, toilet breaks, a morning break and lunch break. Indoor or outdoor lunch spaces will be available, depending on the visit and conditions. Larger school groups may be divided into smaller rotation groups so that pupils can take part in each session. Full timings and practical information will be shared before your visit.

Where will we have lunch?

A range of indoor and outdoor spaces are available for picnic lunches. The location will depend on your visit arrangements and the weather.

What adult-to-pupil supervision ratios are required?

Our required adult-to-pupil ratios are 1 adult to 5 pupils for KS1 and 1 adult to 10 pupils for KS2.

Adults providing dedicated support for SEND pupils are additional to these ratios. 

Visiting school staff and accompanying adults remain responsible for pupil supervision throughout the visit, including during breaks, lunch and activities led by the Burghley Education Team.

Do you provide risk assessments?

Yes. Risk assessments are available for our learning spaces and activities, and we can share the relevant documents with you on request to help with your planning.

These are intended to support your school’s own risk assessment rather than replace it, so visiting schools remain responsible for completing their own assessment and supervising pupils throughout the visit.

Can teachers make a familiarisation visit?

Yes. Once a booking is confirmed, free pre-visits are available for up to four teachers, giving you the opportunity to familiarise yourself with the site and complete your risk assessment. Pre-visits must be booked at least two working days in advance with the Education Team.

Can sessions be changed or adapted?

Where possible, our educators can adapt the pace, questioning and delivery of sessions to support the age, existing knowledge and needs of the group. The core content and activities of educator-led sessions will remain as described on the package page. Let us know about any particular requirements when you enquire so we can discuss what adjustments may be possible.

What should pupils bring?

Pupils should bring:

  • A packed lunch and drink
  • Suitable clothing for the weather
  • Comfortable footwear
  • Any medication or personal support items they require

Bag storage is available for school groups, and your arrival information will explain where it is located.

How do I book a visit?

If you'd like to proceed with this package click the Enquire Now button. You’ll be asked to select a preferred date and complete a short enquiry form with details about your group. Our Education Team will then get in touch to confirm availability and explain the next steps. If you'd like to choose an alternative package, return to the package listings, select your package and click the Enquire Now button on that package page.

What happens after we submit an enquiry?

Submitting an enquiry does not immediately confirm the booking. Our Education Team will check availability for your preferred date(s) and package and aim to respond within three working days. After discussing the details of your visit, we’ll send you a booking confirmation form to approve and return, which will secure your booking.

Trusted learning experiences

Why schools choose Burghley

Historic setting

Learning within one of England’s great historic houses and landscapes.

Expert-led learning

Engaging sessions delivered by experienced educators.

Curriculum-linked visits

Learning experiences tailored to Key Stage and classroom topics.

Accessibility support

Supporting a wide range of access and learning needs.

Practical visit facilities

Coach parking, lunch spaces, toilets and bag storage included.

Risk assessments provided

Supporting documentation available to assist with visit planning.

Interested in this package?

Select your preferred date and complete our enquiry form to tell us about your group. Our Education Team will be in touch to confirm availability for this package and guide you through the next steps.

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Contact us

If you have any questions about schools visits, please don't hesitate to get in touch: 

education@burghley.co.uk 01780 761 996

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