Exploring Plymouth through place-based learning for children and families

Illustration of houses and a family of four

What’s on offer?

This child-centred approach empowers families to creatively explore their neighbourhood. Discovered through our Erasmus+ project, UPPScale, we're thrilled to share it with students and researchers, marking the first time parents will engage with this method. There will be two hours of interactive activities.

What’s it about?

Join us as we introduce the exciting world of place-based learning to children and families.

Place-based learning nurtures children's sense of independence, fostering connections to their community, a love for nature, and a grasp of sustainability – all contributing to lifelong wellbeing.

Part 1:
Families, along with Early Childhood and BEd Primary students from the University, will collaborate to design projects exploring places the children are curious about during the half term week. Supported by students and daily virtual catch-up sessions, each family will execute their unique project.

Part 2 (date to be decided in consultation with families):
Children, families, and students will reconvene to share their experiences. An exhibition at the Rolle Building will showcase their projects to other teams and Plymouth stakeholders, including Nudge Community Builders and Plymouth City Council.

This engaging half term activity concludes with a child-led exhibition, happening during the first weekend after the break. Explore with us and nurture your child's creativity and community connection. This event is aimed at children (pre-school and primary school age) and their families. Please register to secure your free place.

Who’s leading the event?

Dr Jan Georgeson, Associate Professor in Education, Kathrin Paal, PhD candidate and Research Assistant and Dr Katherine Gulliver, Research Assistant in Education.