The King's kitchen

about this session

SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) | Subject: History | Topic: Tudors | Session type: Route-based and classroom

Students will find out about the workings of Henry VIII's Tudor kitchens at Hampton Court Palace and discover how the great feasts were organised and prepared.

The session is delivered by a presenter skilled in supporting students with special educational needs. It is based both in the classroom and on route, and includes the following:

• Singing a rhyme about exploring the palace.
• Handling replica objects.
• Trying on Tudor costume (with an opportunity to wear into the palace).
• A sensory tour around the Tudor kitchens where students undertake a ‘find the same’ activity.
• Herb crushing activity using wooden pestle and mortar in situ in the kitchens.

Learning objectives

Students will:

• Learn about Hampton Court’s stories and history.
• Be empowered to use their senses to explore new historic environments.
• Develop social and emotional skills.

This session is suitable for students with MLD, SLD and PMLD, who attend special schools or units. 

Please note that the presenter will be in costume throughout, unless otherwise requested. The session is suitable for students aged between 6 and 18 years.

Booking Information

Availability
Wednesday 20 September
Wednesday 18 October
Wednesday 17 January
Thursday 8 February
Thursday 14 March 
Wednesday 24 April 
Thursday 9 May 
Wednesday 22 May 
Friday 7 June 
Wednesday 19 June 
Wednesday 3 July 
Friday 19 July 

Session times
10:30 and 13:00

Duration
90 minutes

Capacity
Up to 10 students plus additional accompanying adults.
We aim to be as flexible as possible, and would be happy to discuss class size further with you at point of booking.

Price
£70 includes admission

We also offer sessions developed for groups with a mix of moderate learning needs. At Hampton Court Palace these are Investigating King Henry (KS2) and Henry to Mary: A religious rollercoaster (KS3).