Join us on Valentin’s Farm, where we have a range of workshops available, working with pupils right through Primary school and into early Secondary stage. Our day visit programme for schools is offered on a seasonal cycle with opportunities to spend time with the various animals including cows, sheep, geese, ducks, turkeys, hens and pigs.
Workshop Topics
Farm to Fork – All primary stages – 10am -2pm
In ‘Farm to Fork’, learners will embark on a farm tour to meet all of our animals, with particular focus on where our food comes from. After discovering some excellent facts about different animals on the farm, learners will have a unique opportunity to get up close and meet some of our residents, whilst learning about their produce. PLEASE NOTE: For late primary stage, this is a full day workshop. For early primary, This is a half-day workshop, with additional free time to explore the Estate. Larger groups will be split in two: each half will take part in the workshop for half the day and enjoy free time for the other half. Smaller groups will complete the workshop in the morning, followed by free time in the afternoon. Why not visit the playpark or head to our resources section to download some self-led activity sheets? Please be sure to choose the correct ticket for your group at time of booking.
Woolly Workshop – Suitable for all primary stages – Full Day Workshop – 10am -2pm
In ‘Woolly Workshop’, learners will meet our different breeds of sheep and discover briliant facts about them and the wool they produce. They will be given the opportunity to learn where wool comes from and about the annual production of wool, from farm to fibre. Learners will begin to understand the process of making yarn and linking this to the clothes we wear and how diverse a product wool actually is. They will then be given the opportunity to experiment with wool in a variety of different crafts. Please be sure to choose the correct ticket at time of booking. (Early/Late Primary)
Cream of the Crop – Suitable for P1-3 – Half Day Workshop with Estate Time – 10am – 2pm
In ‘Cream of the Crop” learners can experience the wholesome charm of country life, with a hands-on workshop at Valentin’s Farm. After an engaging farm tour meeting our rare breed animals, learners can even try their hand at milking our very own ‘in-house’ cow, ‘Rosie’. A memorable experience that connects them directly to the source of their food. Then roll up your sleeves and take part in the age-old art of butter-making using fresh cream. It’s a full circle experience from pasture to plate. This is a half-day workshop, with additional free time to explore the Estate. Larger groups will be split in two: each half will take part in the workshop for half the day and enjoy free time for the other half. Smaller groups will complete the workshop in the morning, followed by free time in the afternoon. Why not visit the playpark or head to our resources section to download some self-led activity sheets?
Our school education workshops support the delivery of The Curriculum for Excellence, and many of our activities are based outdoors on our 2000 acre estate, making use of our natural spaces to inspire learning. The King’s Foundation works in harmony with the natural world, and as such our workshops also touch upon the UN Sustainable Development goals and support learning for sustainability.
“Spooktacular” Halloween Adventure – Suitable for all Primary Stages – Full Day Workshop 10am-2pm
Come to Valentin’s Farm this Hallowe’en for Farmyard Frights and Scarecrow Delights. A frightfully fun day full of farmyard magic! Pupils are invited to come dressed in their favourite Halloween costumes and meet our animal friends on a guided tour packed with baa-rilliant facts and moo-rvellous discoveries. Then it’s time to get curious and creative with our farmyard scavenger hunt—gather hidden items to help bring your very own scarecrow to life! This playful, hands-on workshop blends seasonal excitement with outdoor learning—and just a hint of spooky sparkle.
