Teacher training
We value our work with teachers highly and are currently working on new, specialised sessions that use the stories of our palaces to enhance your teaching practice.
Look out for new training opportunities here or join our Teacher Network to be notified by email.
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We design our schools programmes in collaboration with teachers. Join our Teacher Network to get involved.
How to JoinNew for 2026
(Hi)stories of Violence at the Tower
Subject knowledge webinar
When we think of the Tower of London, why do we think about torture and execution? Hear the latest research from Dr Catherine Jenkinson from the University of Oxford, which separates fact from fiction.
Exploring Diverse Histories KS3 CPD
Discover new ways to enrich your KS3 curriculum through the remarkable story of Princess Sophia Duleep Singh and the extraordinary women who influenced her life.
Primary Storytelling Residential
17 - 19 September 2026
Another chance to attend our popular Primary Storytelling Residential. Free 3 day residential focusing on how to use dynamic techniques to bring historical stories to life in the classroom.
Teacher familiarisation days
Our familiarisation days are offered free of charge to all teachers who are leading, or thinking of leading, a school visit to one of our sites.
They are specifically designed to assist teachers in their planning and enhance their knowledge and skills ensuring that they lead their visit with confidence.
For Tower of London, Hampton Court Palace and Kensington Palace we also deliver online familiarisation sessions.
Find out more using the links below:
Tower of London, Hampton Court Palace, Kensington Palace Hillsborough Castle and Gardens (Northern Ireland)