Choose from 2 workshops
Death and Symbolism in Judaism
Stories from the Cemetery
Workshop content: Death and Symbolism in Judaism
Give your students the unique opportunity to unearth the rituals and practices of Jewish mourning.
The Death and Symbolism workshop allows for hands-on investigation of the Orthodox Jewish customs and symbolism with students working in teams.
Each workshop includes:
A short introduction and welcome
A taught workshop facilitated by our staff and volunteer team
The chance to explore the cemetery on foot with a designed trail
Curriculum subjects: religious education, history
Workshop content: Stories from the Cemetery
Take your students on a journey of historical discovery and intrigue.
Workshop includes:
A short introduction and welcome
A workshop exploring key stories and themes
Object handling session
The chance to explore the Cemetery on foot with a designed cross-curricular trail and guide
Please note: content for secondary schools has been geared towards preparing students for the GCSE curriculum but is relevant to broader study of the Jewish faith for all KS3 and KS4 students.
Cost
Taught visits including a workshop and self-guided tour cost £75 per session.
Sessions are best experienced in single class groups, but we can if necessary accommodate two classes, with a maximum of 60 students per session.
If the cost of the session is going to be a barrier for your group please get in touch at heritagelearning@theus.org.uk to find out about subsidised places for schools with high levels of deprivation. These subsidies are limited and are first come, first serve.
Once your session is confirmed we’ll send you an invoice for the full amount. Invoices must be paid two weeks from the invoice date.
How to book
Please fill in the following booking form with details of your booking.
