ACTIVITES
This example is for a Maths activity day. For a description of each activity, please visit Racecourse days.
Example worksheets (PDF format)
TICKS ALL THE
RIGHT BOXES
- Offers a cross-curricular approach
- Includes all
- Focuses on practical application
- Encourages team work
- Boosts confidence
- Inspires young minds
PRAISE FOR
RACING TO SCHOOL
“The best school trip I have been on.”
Sam
aged 13 years
“...it was good to see the practical ways in which maths is used.”
Liam Beddall
aged 14 years
“A very worthwhile activity, I could assess what the children knew and have come away with new teaching ideas”
E.Watson
St. Nicholas Dereham
“It has widened my understanding of the importance of maths in later life.”
Holly
aged 14 years
“I knew nothing about the industry before the day.”
Gill Woodman
Felpham CC, Brighton
“A fun interesting day doing maths problems. It was a good experience, thanks”
Maisie
aged 12 years, Tenbury High school
“Very enjoyable... Surprised I’ve never taken advantage of such a great racecourse on my doorstep”
Jack Nicholson, 13 years old
Esher CofE High School, Sandown
“It was fun and enjoyable. I liked the weighing room. I liked 'the hot' to release your weight.”
Harminda
aged 10 years
“A very enjoyable event for pupils and staff. The right balance of maths, real world applications and fun”
Stuat Hofmann
Warlingham School, Linfield
“Nothing but praise... nice resources... lots of stories and interesting facts... A brilliant learning experience.”
Crooksbarn Primary School
Sedgefield
“A wonderful day for pupils and staff. We all enjoyed every minute of it.”
Mavis Pateman
Mary Hare School, Newbury
“A very interesting and interactive day for pupils and staff.”
Sarah Sexton
Hardenhuish, Bath
“I now love horseracing and want to be a jockey.”
Jessica
aged 11 years
“Lots of these children come from low income families who never or rarely experience days out.”
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Pontefract
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