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Lovely to see you all enjoying your visit to ancient Athens!

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February 5, 2025 at 8:19 PM
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#YearEndStats

During 2024-25, our fleet of silver vans drove a whopping 108,000 miles to take in-person workshops to schools. That's more than 4 times around the world!

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July 22, 2025 at 3:36 PM
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We thoroughly enjoyed spending so much time with you over the week, bringing lots of different workshops. Thank you for the fantastic photos! 🥰

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January 15, 2025 at 12:16 PM
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This Remembrance Day, we commemorate this occasion with our 'The Quest for...First World War' and 'Second World War' workshops, to help your school understand the significance of this day through drama and storytelling 📖 .

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November 11, 2025 at 5:30 PM
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#OTD, 14th Oct, in 1666, the Saxon era ended with William’s defeated of Harold Godwinson.

Let your pupils discover Saxon life & Norman castles through our in person & virtual workshops 👍

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Image from the Bayeaux tapestry, showing Harold getting hit in the eye.
October 14, 2025 at 11:40 AM
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The Off the Page team are getting into the festive spirit! Lots of Toys and Victorian Christmas workshops in the final weeks of term.

Get ahead of your planning for 2026 by booking your summer term sessions now... then you can relax over Christmas. 🎄

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December 11, 2025 at 10:46 AM
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As the end of term creeps closer, we wonder whether you are wrapping presents yet? 🎁 How much paper do you use?

We use lots of genuine papyrus in some of our workshops, so we worked out exactly how much we get through in a year!

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December 18, 2025 at 9:24 AM
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Ooh! We are busy planning a brand new workshop!

Whatever could the topic be? 🪡⚔️👑🏹

Look out for more details to come... or just book it now for dates from September 2026!

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March 16, 2026 at 4:46 PM
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Teachers' feedback comments are invaluable in knowing what works in our sessions. Proof that our workshops are inclusive and engaging. 🥰

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Printed evaluation questions with handwritten answers. 1 – Did you feel the leader had sufficient knowledge of the subject? 5 is circled [scale is 5 yes to 1 no] 2 – Did you feel learning happened? 5 is circled. If so, can you give an example? "During the art activities, from the ongoing story, the round-up at the end" 3 – How, if at all, did the day support your pupils? "Completely enthralled them, and gave them lovely items to take home to share their knowledge at home." 4 – How, if at all, did the support you SEN, gifted, and talented children? "We have a lot of bright girls and they were all interested and engaged throughout. Lots of opportunity to answer questions." 5 – if today was a history day: how, if at all, did the role play provide engagement and additional learning? "I loved how they could choose their afternoon activity which meant everyone was focused and keen." 6 – is there anything further you would like to see included in the content of the day? [just a dash to mark it blank] 1 – Did you feel the leader had sufficient knowledge of the subject? 5 is circled [scale is 5 yes to 1 no] 2 – Did you feel learning happened? 5 is circled. If so, can you give an example? "Children became more secure in what materials were most commonly used in specific periods" 3 – How, if at all, did the day support your pupils? "It was a chance to go over what we'd learnt about materials, old & new, and sorting toys." 4 – How, if at all, did the support your SEN, gifted, and talented children? "SEN - Able to play with a wide range of toys. We learnt new toys they liked and a chance for them to show how gentle they can be." 5 – if today was a history day: how, if at all, did the role play provide engagement and additional learning? "Exploring how different toys worked first hand" 6 – is there anything further you would like to see included in the content of the day? "No"
December 17, 2024 at 11:40 AM
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Time for another #FeedbackFriday 👍

This is what teachers, pupils & parents think about how we include & engage the pupils with SEND. Looks like we do a great job! 🥰

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Handwritten answers to the question “How, if at all, did the day support your SEND, Gifted & Talented children?” “You couldn’t tell the SEND children as they were so engrossed.” “Having practical tasks and drama meant everyone could access the learning.” “All activities were accessible and adaptable for all learners.” “It was completely inclusive and they could join in with all of it.” “Almost all the children said how it was one of their best days at the school.” “All SEND children were included. One little boy who is largely absent from the classroom even felt able to join in.” “Inclusive & accessible to all, particularly the hands-on activities.” Handwritten answers to the question “How, if at all, did the day support your SEND, Gifted & Talented children?” “It was a very inclusive day where children could get out what they were able to put in.” “Asked if learning could be adapted. Adapted & catered to all needs.” “Very SEND friendly. Leaders were very understanding of SEND needs & checked what they needed with me in the morning. G&T – lots of high level knowledge.” “SEND children are always considered and adjustments made where appropriate.” “Several children who are often reluctant really engaged with the day.” Handwritten answers to the question “How, if at all, did the day support your SEND, Gifted & Talented children?” “We had a few SEND pupils who were worried about the day and they had a brilliant time.” “The SEND children were supported by adults on the day and the activities were inclusive. G&T children given bigger roles for acting.” “SEND were able to explore ideas practically and engage independently.” “The activities were relaxed so SEND children could choose/access those most suited to them. No stress.” Separate question: “How would you best describe the children’s experience on the day? “Feedback from 2 parents “My child came home and said it was the best day ever” including one with SEND.”
July 11, 2025 at 5:45 PM
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We think we're pretty amazing at what we do & teachers seem to agree!

Want to bring ‘the best day ever’ into your classroom? Book now for 2025-26.

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Strips of handwritten comments in response to the question “How would you best describe the children’s experience on the day? “An excellent hands-on informative day. The children thoroughly enjoyed it. “My class described it as “the best day ever!” “They absolutely loved it. They were so enthusiastic and they learned so much. Parents helpers loved it too!” “Children were focused & engaged throughout – a good mix of practical & information to listen to as a group. Activities were a good length of time – appropriate to their age.” “The children loved it & learnt lots about Florence Nightingale! All were enthusiastic. One child said “this is the best day ever!” Strips of handwritten comments in response to the question “How would you best describe the children’s experience on the day? “They had smiles on their faces from start to finish. Their experience was fun, engaging, specials & educational.” They all loved it! They participated enthusiastically & enjoyed the practical, creative nature of the day.” “The children engaged in all activities and loved every minute of it! smiley face” “An excellent day that ran perfectly from start to finish.” “They learnt so much and LOVED it! It was so immersive and the leader was so helpful & adaptive to my class’s needs.” Strips of handwritten comments in response to the question “How would you best describe the children’s experience on the day? “They absolutely loved it. They were so enthusiastic and they learned so much. Parents helpers loved it too!” “Amazing & informative. The children loved being able to choose the activities they participated in.” Written as 3 separate quotes, clearly from children, “It was the best workshop ever!” “I really loved all the craft activities.” “I liked the warrior training & battle.” “The children had a fun & educational day. There was a good balance between activities & teaching. The children really engaged. Thank you.” “The children had an amazing time – they were all engaged & thoroughly enjoyed it!” Strips of handwritten comment in response to questions “How would you best describe the children’s experience on the day? The children were all saying how amazing the days was. quotes Best Day Ever and So Interesting.” “Is there anything further you would like to see included in the content of the day? No, I thought the day was incredible & created core memories for our children to cherish for years to come! smiley face” “Is there anything further that you would like to add? Activities at end well organised, a varied amount & wonderful that the children go to take home many creations.” “Is there anything else that you would like to add? Just a huge Thank You for a memorable day – a day the children will never forget!” “Thank you for taking the time to complete this survey. Please return in the self-addressed envelope provided. Thank you for a wonderful day & inspiring the children’s learning!”
July 4, 2025 at 10:38 AM
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Get 10% off all of our in-school workshops during these 2025-26 dates!
Wed 3rd - Tues 9th Sept
Mon 15th - Thurs 18th Dec
Tues 6th - Fri 9th Jan
Mon 11th - Fri 15th May
Mon 13th - Fri 17th July

Book NOW to secure your dates.
21 workshops to choose from.

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Three pictures of children enjoying our workshops, and the dates written as text: Wed 3rd to Tues 9th September 2025. Mon 15th to Thurs 18th December 2025. Tues 6th to Fri 9th January 2026. Mon 11th to Fri 15th May 2026 (SATs week!) Mon 13th to Fri 17th July 2026.
June 25, 2025 at 9:25 AM
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How gorgeous is this?! 🥰

St Michaels Prep School have created this wonderful film of our KS2 Victorian workshop.
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We also offer the #Victorian Big House for KS1 & a Virtual workshop too.

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May 17, 2025 at 4:15 PM