Schools and Colleges

Learning outside the classroom at Mount Zion, reflects the locally Agreed Syllabus Believing and Belonging in West Yorkshire. We are able to offer a range of age appropriate, cross curricular learning for children, incorporating history, geography, art, English, citizenship and SMSC, with a focus on local communities, heritage and history. We can also help local schools and colleges explore annual events, such as Remembrance, Black History Month, International Women’s Day and Interfaith Week. Our offer acknowledges the diverse nature of British society in the 21st century. All sessions are led by experienced, qualified teachers with current DBS certificates.

Visits are usually possible Wednesday to Friday. There is no fixed charge, but we are grateful for any donation no matter how small; where possible we suggest £3.00 per participant. Information about how to book may be found here: BOOKING A VISIT 

For more details  please contact the Heritage Officer:

Telephone:07958 759805

Email: [email protected] 

 

Foundation, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2

Young children are welcome to explore this special space, to experience the objects, sights and sounds and discover the stories that the building tells. Opportunities are provided for children to reflect and respond creatively to their experience. Activities are differentiated according to age. Possible curriculum focus: RE/worldviews, history, English, citizenship, art.

Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4 and Post 16

As well as covering aspects of Believing and Belonging in West Yorkshire, we are able to cover key elements of GCSE RE programmes of study. We offer opportunities to explore historical and contemporary responses to issues of social justice; encouraging students to contemplate difficult questions about Christianity, different world religions, worldviews and to reflect and respond creatively to being in a unique space. Possible curriculum focus: RE/worldviews, history, English, citizenship, art.

 

 

Bespoke Sessions

We encourage schools and colleges to choose from our menu of learning, see  VISIT CONTENT . However, should you have something else which you would like to cover, please make this clear at the time of booking and if possible we will endeavour to meet your needs.

New 2025 - Told by the Dial: Stories in Stone

This project for Key Stage 2 and above, commenced in April 2025. FREE Told by the Dial resources for schools which are linked to this peer education project, are now available to download here  TOLD BY THE DIAL  We are also able to offer Told by the Dial themed visits, details are on the Told by the Dial resources page. This project will also be the focus of our 2025 community Heritage Open Day in September. To find out more follow this link WHAT'S ON 

 

Adult Groups

We welcome adult groups from colleges and universities, particularly students on under graduate and post graduate initial teacher education courses. Visits are usually possible during the day Wednesday to Friday. Evenings and weekends are also a possibility.

We are happy to offer talks, workshops, tours and trails for community groups and adult learners of all ages.

It is possible to hire the Chapel and ground floor of the cottage for meetings, retreats and community events. Please note, no alcohol is allowed on the premises.

Please contact the Heritage Worker to discuss your requirements and to book a visit. Booking forms may be found HERE.