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School Tours at Causey Farm Meath

The Causey Experience

Since 1998 Causey Farm Meath has built a wonderful reputation as one of Ireland’s most popular  primary school tour venues.  We offer a magical mix of experiences from exploring ancient bog lands to the wonders of giant bubble blowing …

  • Traditional Turf Cutting
  • Bodhrán Workshop
  • Farm Yard Visit
  • Graffiti Art
  • Obstacle Course
  • Nature Walk
  • Bog Jumping (2nd – 6th Class)

Our programme lasts for 3 ½ hours including lunch. All of our activities are tailored to suit the age group of the students from junior infants right through to sixth class; we’ve many indoor venues so we can en sure a successful day regardless of the elements.

There are two leaders with each class who will ensure that students have an action packed day where they learn new skills and thoroughly enjoy them.  The children need to bring a packed lunch and drinks. Everyone must wear their oldest clothes and shoes (wellies if they have them) and from second to sixth class must bring a complete change of old clothes and footwear. Please also bring an old towel and a plastic bag to take home the bog-jumping clothes.

Bogjumping is very messy—but it is FANTASTIC fun!

Frequently Asked Questions:

How Much Does it Cost?

It is €13 per child, and you just pay for the number of children who come on the day. We accept cash or cheque payments on the day. Please make cheques payable to Causey Farm.

How Do I Book?

Phone us on 046 9434135 to book in.

When do we need to book?

This tour books out quickly for May and June, so get in quick!

What time do we have to be there?

We have two programmes daily—10am to 1.30pm and 1.30 to 5pm. If these times do not suit just let us know when you are booking on 046 9434135 and we can arrange an alternative time.

What if it rains?

We have lots of indoor activities planned for wet weather so the day will be successful regardless of the elements. We have a large indoor picnic area.

Where is the Farm?

The farm is in County Meath, between Kells and Athboy. Most of the bus drivers will have been here before and will know the way. Directions and a location map are available here.

Now the M3 is open, the trip from Dublin is much quicker – we are about 45 minutes from Blanchardstown.

Are there refreshments available for teachers?

Yes we have tea/coffee and homemade scones available for teachers.

Are you Insured?

Yes we are fully insured for all activities.

Do You Have a Shop?

Yes, but it is optional, and at the discretion of the teacher, just let our leaders know when you arrive whether you want the children to know about the shop or not. A suggested amount of pocket money needed is €3 – €5.

How Will We Know We’ll Get Back to School on Time?

That is no problem, just let your leaders know when you arrive what time you need to be back on the bus and our leaders will make sure the class gets to all the activities in the time you have, and will make sure the children have a great time.

To book the primary school tours at the Causey Experience call us on 046 943 4135 or email us at info@causey.ie

Girley
Fordstown
Navan
Co. Meath
Tel : +353 46 9434135
Email : info@causey.ie
Web address : www.causey.ie

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School Tours at Celtic Adventures Louth

School Tours at Celtic Adventures

Enjoy a range of packages for primary school tours offering something suitable for each age group:

Class ‘We’re going on a bear hunt’ & Gnome hunt Adventure ½ day Adventure Full day
Junior Infants √    
Senior Infants √    
1st Class   √ √
2nd Class   √ √
3rd Class   √ √
4th Class   √ √
5th Class   √ √
6th Class   √ √

Celtic Adventures can also tailor make a package to suit your budget and needs, museum tours, weapon displays and tank rides are available at an extra cost.

‘We’re going on a bear hunt’ tour involves the storybook coming to life and the children re-enacting going on a bear hunt to find the Bear. This is followed by Gnome Hunt where the children go on a treasure hunt around the grounds to find the gnomes hiding places. They also have access to the adventure playground.

The Adventure package includes activities such as: climbing wall, archery tag, archery, space hopper football, orienteering, grass sledging, military boot camp, obstacle course, adventure race, airsoft shooting range, lots of team games and challenges.

For more information, please call 0416863637 / 0858758092

info@celticadventures.ie or visit www.celticadventures.ie

Complimentary tea and Coffee for teachers and SNA’s throughout the day

Land activities

Based at the Irish Military War Museum in Collon.

Activities: climbing wall, archery tag, archery, crazy golf, space hopper football, orienteering, grass sledging, military boot camp, obstacle course, adventure race, airsoft shooting range, lots of team games and challenges and more.

Package Duration  
Half Day Adventure 3  
Half day with museum tour and tank ride 4  
Full Day Adventure Tank ride & adventure race 5  
Full Day Adventure Museum tour and Tank ride 5  
Adventure Race Track only 1.5  
Lunch (chicken curry & rice/ Lasagne & Gratin potato)    

Onsite school activities

Active schools program

Half day team building package

Full day team building package

Activities include: climbing wall, archery tag, archery, space hopper football, military boot camp, lots of team games and challenges.

For prices for these packages please contact Dave directly on 0858752767 as price depends on where the school is located, number of students and times.

Water based activities

Package Duration  
Canoeing on the Boyne (age 12+) 2.5  
Canoeing on the Glyde 1.5  
Canoeing on the Boyne Canal 1.5  

 

School Tours at Celtic Adventures

Celtic Adventures
Adventure Centre
Clogherhead
Co. Louth
Phone: +353 (0)419889852
Email : info@celticadventures.ie
Web : www.celticadventures.ie

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School Tours at Croke Park Dublin

From a voyage of discovery to exhilarating rooftop walks and fun-filled activities, a school tour to Croke Park Dublin will be a highlight of the year.

A visit to the GAA Museum and Croke Park, offers primary school pupils a unique opportunity to learn more about the history of the Gaelic Athletic Association through guided tours and interactive exhibits.

A typical visit takes two hours and is packed with engaging, fun activities including the GAA Museum where pupils can check out the exhibits before testing their football, hurling and camogie skills in the interactive games area.

The behind-the-scenes tour of Croke Park allows children to walk in the footsteps of their GAA heroes as they visit the dressing rooms, players’ lounge, VIP area and pitch-side in the stadium.

Enjoy amazing views of the city and beyond from Croke Park’s rooftop walkway, 44 metres above the famous pitch, on the Etihad Skyline Tour

NEW FOR 2016 – Find out how the top players prepare for big games with our exclusive Get in the Zone video footage and messages from some of the top players!

NEW FOR 2016 – Class photo taken pitchside included in admission for all primary school stadium tour groups (from March 2016)

What’s on offer?

  • Walk in the footsteps of legends on a behind-the-scenes guided stadium tour
  • Enjoy amazing views from 44 metres above the famous pitch on the Etihad Skyline Tour
  • Check out the exhibits in the GAA Museum (included FREE with all tours)
  • Test your hurling and football skills in our interactive games area
  • Activity sheets are available for young museum explorers
  • Fully wheelchair accessible
  • Indoor and outdoor picnic areas available
  • Free onsite coach parking
  • Free WiFi

How much does it cost?

  • Stadium Tour – €8 per child (Group rate of €7 per child applies to groups of 40 or more)
  • Skyline Tour – €10 per child
  • Stadium + Skyline Tour – €15 per child (please allow 4 hours for this option)

To book please call Gemma – 01 8192374 or email tours@crokepark.ie

To find out more, visit crokepark.ie

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The Ultimate School Tour – Stadium Tour & Viking Splash Tour

The GAA Museum and Viking Splash Tours have teamed up once again for the ‘Ultimate School Tour’ special offer. The package includes a guided tour of Croke Park, a visit to the GAA Museum and a Viking Splash Tour from just €17 per child.

The behind-the-scenes tour of Croke Park allows children to walk in the footsteps of their GAA heroes as they visit the dressing rooms, players’ lounge, VIP area and pitch-side in the stadium. A visit to the GAA Museum includes access to the interactive games area where children can practice their football, hurling and camogie skills.

Primary school groups will also enjoy a Viking Splash sightseeing tour of Dublin in a special amphibious vehicle. The Viking Captains will guide the group around Dublin’s top sights including Viking and medieval Dublin, Trinity College, Christchurch Cathedral and Georgian Dublin. The highlight of the tour is when the vehicle splashes into the water at Grand Canal.

 

To book the Ultimate School Tour, please contact Viking Splash Tours – Tel: 01 707 6000 or info@vikingsplash.ie

 

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School Tours at Clare Paintball

School Tours at Clare Paintball offers an action packed day out for your students and teachers!

CLARE PAINTBALL – Deerpark Outdoor Centre is located across the road from Craggaunowen Castle near Quinn in Co. Clare. The centre serves for paintball activities for persons aged 10+ and for the last 3 years is getting more and more popular with youngsters and teenagers . Deerpark Outdoor Centre would like to offer your school and your students a day out that combines physical activities, teamwork and fun. A day that your students will enjoy every time!

For primary school we have “The Young Guns” package. A perfect choice for a school trip or a birthday party. Players compete against one another trying to “splat” each other in the process. Package includes 150 paintballs, Paintball marker (Gun), Hauger 18 Chest protector, Proto full cover mask, Camouflage overalls and Protective gloves .Duration:3 hours. Deerpark Outdoor Centre, is the first place in Ireland where children aged 10 or more can play paintball under expert supervision.

For secondary schools we have “The Student Package” The paintball package consist of: Tippman 98 ACT paintball gun, Proto full head cover mask, Hauger 18 chest protector , protective gloves  , camouflage overalls, 300 paintballs each, free refreshments, no time limit, no charge for teachers (1 teacher /10 students ratio)

As an option we have the “ Play And Learn Package” which consist in playing paintball at Clare Paintball and learn about the past with a visit across the road to Craggaunowen Castle. Subject to opening hours at the castle..

As you can see the package gives every student maximum body protection so everyone can enjoy playing the games. All games are completely original and players can play up to 10 different games. The staff are friendly and experienced and will make sure that all the games are run smoothly. They are fully insured and have 14 years experience . Book with Clare Paintball and your students will have a day they will always remember! Check Clare Paintball on facebook for reference www.facebook.com/clarepaintbal

School Tours at Clare Paintball

Clare Paintball
Deerpark Outdoor Centre
Deerpark South
Quin
Co Clare
Mobile:+087 935 7058
Telephone:+066 718 5542
E-mail: info@clarepaintball.ie
Web : http://www.clarepaintball.ie

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School Tours at Dublinia

School Tours at Dublinia

Dublinia is a visitor attraction in the heart of Dublin city beside Christchurch Cathedral. The visitor centre is a walk through series of exhibitions, detailing 2 periods in Irish history – the Vikings and Medieval Dublin. The History Hunters exhibition is a fascinating glimpse into the world of archaeology and historical study.

Dublinia Education

The curriculum based primary school tour is age and ability specific ensuring classes get an individually tailored educational experience. Students are guided by the costumed guides through the Viking, Medieval and/or History Hunters exhibitions.

Secondary school groups are guided through the Medieval Dublin and History Hunters exhibitions, with an introduction based in the Viking exhibition. The secondary school tours are all curriculum based and multi-sensory tours delivered by a costumed guide. Dublinia include 1st and 2nd year Junior cycle history, 3rd year History Revision tours, Transition Year tours and also Geography tours.

School Tours at Dublinia and other Groups must be pre-booked with the bookings department on bookings@dublinia.ie or Tel:+353 (0)1 6794611.

Groups (10 students or more) cost €5.00 per pupil, all teachers are free of charge.

Coach drop off and pick up point at Dublinia entrance with coach parking around the corner on Cook St.

All group sizes accommodated. Visits last approx 90 minutes.

Dublinia also have a Learning pack designed to support learning by students by offering pre and post visit activities.

School Tours at Dublinia

Tel : Email : bookings@dublinia.ie
Web : http://www.dublinia.ie

Dublinia is a not for profit heritage centre located at Christ Church, the crossroads of Dublin’s medieval city.

Meet the Vikings face to face! Learn about life during the Medieval period in Dublin, explore the world of a History Hunter and see a Medieval view of a modern city from the Medieval tower.

At Dublinia you will see Dublin from a new perspective and go away knowing more about its citizens throughout the ages!

 

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School Tours at Dublin Discovered Boat Tours

Dublin Discovered Boat Tours Option 1 :

SCHOOL TOUR – LIFFEY TOUR ONLY

A Liffey Tour on our Dublin Discovered boat is the ideal way to bring important aspects of Ireland’s history and heritage to life. We offer special rates for school tours and can tailor sailing times and commentary for groups of 20 or more.

Suitable for both primary schools and secondary schools.

PLANNING YOUR TOUR

LOCATION
The ship is docked at Bachelors Walk, beside O’Connell Bridge.

COST
Primary School pupils: €7
Secondary School pupils: €9
1 Teacher free for every 13 children. Additional teachers at pupil price

DURATION
The tour takes approximately 45 minutes. We can usually arrange times to suit your group. Please email us on a info@dublindiscovered.ie or call us on 01 473 0000

“From the Vikings to modern Ireland, this tour showed how the centre of Dublin reflects our history and heritage – and the guides were fantastic. Every child enjoyed it – as did I!”

Dublin Discovered Boat Tours Option 1 :

SCHOOL TOUR PACKAGE – LIFFEY TOUR AND VISIT TO THE JEANIE JOHNSTON

This popular combination gives pupils a breadth of understanding of Dublin’s social history as well as bringing to life the Irish emigration experience. The ships are about 15 minutes’ walk apart, along the quays past the Custom House and the Famine Memorial. See here for more information about the Jeanie Johnston School Tour.

PLANNING YOUR JOINT TOUR

LOCATION
Our Dublin Discovered ship is docked at Bachelors Walk, beside O’Connell Bridge. The Jeanie Johnston is 15 minutes’ walk away, on Custom House Quay

COST OF BOTH TOURS
Primary School pupils: €10
Secondary School pupils: €13
1 Teacher free for every 13 children. Additional teachers at pupil price

DURATION
The Dublin Discovered cruise  takes approximately 45 minutes. We can sometimes arrange times to suit your group. The Jeanie Johnston Tour takes 50 minutes. They are about 15 minutes’ walk apart.

 
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School Tours at Five Star Fun Sligo

School Tours at Five Star Fun Sligo can enjoy the newest, most modern and exciting play and party centre in the North West of Ireland. Located in the centre of Grange, Co Sligo on the picturesque Wild Atlantic Way route.

Open 7 days to facilitate school tours

Please check our facebook and twitter for updates, or give a call in advance if you have any queries or special requirements.

New Facilities include:

  • Large Modern Play Frame
  • Astra Slide
  • Balance Beam
  • Drop Slide
  • Climb Tube
  • Spiral Slide
  • Rocker Conveyor
  • Climbers Web
  • Crawl Tube
  • Creepy Climbers
  • Electric Go-Karts with 40m Track
  • Seperate Toddler and Baby Area
  • Disco Room
  • and much, much more…………

Relax and watch the the kids play from the comfortable surroundings of Grandma’s Coffee Shop. Enjoy fabulous coffees and teas and a delicious full range of fresh home cooked foods and snacks. You can even browse the web with complimentary high speed wifi.

Everybody is welcome to Grandma’s Coffee Shop making it the perfect place for catching up with friends.

Five Star Fun is the perfect venue for:

  • Casual Play
  • Parties
  • Family Celebrations
  • Play Groups
  • School Groups
  • After Hours Hire (POA)

Contact Five Star Fun today for more information about having your school tour with them….

School Tours at Five Star Fun Sligo

Grange
Sligo
Tel : 071 9173155
Email : info@fivestarfun.ie
Web : http://fivestarfun.ie

 

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School Tours at Eclipse Ireland Kerry

Eclipse Ireland Kerry is the perfect venue for your next school tour, retreat or club social outing.  We offer an incredible range of activities, team building exercises, outdoor adventure and much, much more! We will liaise with your school officers to build the perfect day, weekend or week package for your students, suiting a variety of budgets.

We’ve worked with over 20 schools so far and always receive exceptional feedback. Let us a create an unforgettable experience for your students.

The Eclipse Centre has 5 houses that can sleep up to 55 students or club members in bunk beds.  Each house has a fully equipped kitchen.  We also have a conference workshop room complete with multimedia centre (projector, laptop, hi-fi sound and DVD player) which is perfect for training sessions, late night movies, tea and coffee, seminars and more.

Please call us on 064 6682965 to discuss your next school camp!

Eclipse Ireland Kerry

Dromore Old
Blackwater Bridge
Kenmare
County Kerry
Tel. +353 (0)64 66 82965
Mob 1. +353 (0)87 923 8794
Mob 2. +353 (0)87 923 8795
Web : http://www.eclipseireland.com

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School Tours at Go Kids Go! Dublin

Educational and Fun School Tours at Go Kids Go! Dublin

Are you interested in booking a fun day out for your students that will incorporate a number of
different aspects of the primary school physical education curriculum?

We are a new indoor activity centre located in Blanchardstown Dublin 15.You don’t have to worry
about the weather!

Overall aim for the day is to provide students with learning opportunities through a diverse range
of physical activity while developing a number of different fundamental motor and social skills.
Ultimately we want students to associate positive emotions with physical activity and movement,
leading to a lifelong positive attitude towards physical activity.

This aim will be achieved through three main strands of the primary school curriculum: dance, games
and adventure activities.

 

Learning Outcomes for the day :

  • Develop strength, speed and endurance through engaging in physical activity.
  • Perform dance with confidence and competence.
  • Develop alertness control, balance and co-ordination through movement and games.
  • Interact and co-operate with other class mates through team challenges and adventures.

Our Facilities:

  • 3 levels of interactive play equipment – including slides, ball pools, rope climbs, hopscotch etc. Where children can develop their skills in touch, sight and exercise.
  • Indoor football / basketball pitch.
  • Safe separate areas for different age groups.
  • A ball cannon arena with targets and foam balls.
  • A Disco room….

The tour is 2.5 hours long. It includes 90 minutes of play in our interactive adventure play frame
where imaginations run wild! 30 minutes in our activity room with a leader and an organised activity,
30 minutes to eat their own packed lunch or we can provide lunch if required.
The following options are available:
2.5 hour tour including play and activity (seating area available for children to eat own lunch) €7.50
2.5 hour tour including play, activity and Lunch (Nuggets, Chips and Juice)                             €11.50

NEW: QUICK STOP OFF OPTION: 1.5 HOURS PLAYTIME INCLUDING FULL LUNCH  €7.50
Complimentary tea, coffee, brown bread and scones for teachers and helpers.

We provide a safe, secure environment where children can play, develop and learn while most
importantly, having FUN! All areas are furnished with padded mats for additional safety, and anti
climb netting for a secure play environment. Entry and exit into the area is gained using electronically
controlled access gates.

There is no charge for teachers, leaders or helpers.

Coolmine Industrial Estate
Dublin 15
Tel : 01 6405500
Web : www.gokidsgo.ie

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School Tours at Greenan Maze Wicklow

Primary School Tours:
Greenan Maze Wicklow have been hosting school tours for nearly 15 years and have very experienced and friendly tour guides. A school tour at Greenan Farm Museums & Maze includes an educational, active and full day outing which includes elements of heritage and local history, nature and environmental activities, and age specific tours. We believe in giving a high quality tour and therefore only host two groups per day. Tours can last from 2 ½ to 4 hours depending on your requirements.

Attractions:
» Celtic Maze: large hedge maze, very exciting, kids love it!
» Museums: guided tours of 3 fascinating museums; Old farm life, Traditional farmhouse and unusual Bottle museum.
» Wild Nature Walk and Dragonfly Ponds: tranquil nature reserve with raised walkway, ponds, woodlands and wildlife.
» Farm Animals: pigs, horses, donkeys, lambs, chicks and more.
» Field Games: welly boot throwing, wheelbarrow relays, sack racing and sheep bowling!

We also provide undercover lunch tables and free tea/coffee for teachers.
We are delighted to cater to your schools specific needs and you can mix and match the activities to your special requirements.

“Hi Will and Anita and team, I just wanted to email to say thank you again for a fantastic day on Wednesday! The children had a wonderful time and have been chatting about all the fun they had.  The maze was a highlight as always, but they also especially loved meeting Rhubarb the pig, the horses and the other animals. I’m amazed at how much they remembered from the nature walk and from the museum tours, too. Your guides were excellent as always – they related very well to the children and were informative, professional and friendly. We come back each year as we feel it is a super tour for the age group (2nd class.) There is a lovely balance – it’s very educational but lots of fun, and it feels very relaxed but is very well organised. Thank you again for a great experience at Greenan Maze this year.”

Kind regards, Rebecca Adamson Taney Parish Primary School, Dundrum, June 2014.

Special Primary School Tour Rates Available:
Phone Anita on 0404-46000 or 086-8845624 for more information or to make a booking.
Also Super Afternoon Rates Available For Group Tours Arriving After 2pm: Please quote “2015 afternoon group tours ” when ringing for prices or to make a booking. Special Offers on school tours in first two weeks in May with super discounts available!

Greenan Maze Wicklow

Ballinanty,
Greenan,
Rathdrum,
Co. Wicklow.
Tel: 0404 460 00
Mobile: 086 884 5624
Web : http://www.greenanmaze.com/