Handy tips and info to plan your school visit
We are looking forward to welcoming onsite visits from September 2021. Please see our available sessions for Primary Schools and Secondary Schools to book a visit.
You’ll find it helpful to have a 1st, 2nd and 3rd choice of date and a time frame for your visit ready. Please try to book your visit at least 6 weeks ahead.
|
Age of pupils |
Adult : Pupil ratio |
|
Early Years Foundation Stage (3–5 years old) |
1:6 |
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Key Stages 1–2 (5–11 years old) |
1:10 |
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Key Stages 3–5 (11–18 years old) |
1:15 |
Please note that teachers are responsible for the behaviour of their group at all times during their visit.
Please read the guidelines in the Pre-Visit Information (sent to you in your confirmation email) and ensure they are shared with all accompanying adults.
There is a parking space on Orange Street for Blue Badge holders only. Please book in advance by calling 020 7747 2885.
There are designated parking bays on St Martin's Street. Please phone Westminster Parking Information Service on 020 7823 4567 for more information.
Public car parks are available nearby in Leicester Square and Trafalgar Square.
The nearest bike stands are on Orange Street, St Martin's Street, St Martin's Place, and Duncannon Street. Please check Urban Cycle Parking for further information.
The nearest Santander Cycles docking stations are on St Martin's Street, Craven Street, Pall Mall East, William IV Street, Charles II Street and Oxendon Street.
Please check TFL for up-to-date information about nearby Santander Cycle docking stations.
Booked school groups should use the Pigott Education Centre Entrance at the back of the Gallery, in Orange Street.
Please arrive about 15 minutes before the time your talk is due to start.
If you are running late, please telephone us on 020 7747 2424. If you arrive late, your Gallery Educator may not be able to offer you your full session.
All sessions are led by experienced Gallery Educators. Their aim is to help you and your students engage and respond to the collection of Western European paintings which date from the Middle Ages to the early 20th century.
Your Gallery Educator will meet you at the Pigott Education Centre entrance and take you back there at the end.
If you arrive early, or if you want to stay on after your talk, you are more than welcome to do so. We recommend you divide the class into small groups and try to avoid rooms where other school or adult groups are being taught.
Please remember teachers and adult helpers are responsible for their students at all times and must stay with their group.
Mobile phones must be switched to silent.
Yes, though please be aware that the Gallery can get very busy and must remain accessible for all.
Paintings are sometimes moved and rooms closed at short notice and there may be other activities taking place. It is advisable not to assume that you will be able to see a particular painting or room and plan any activities accordingly.
You may use pencils and felt tips for drawing but please do not use wax crayons, pastels or ink pens.
Yes, but you will need to book tickets separately at least one week ahead of your visit. For a group of six or more, please email tickets@ng-london.org.uk for more information.
For other enquiries, you can email SchoolBookings@ng-london.org.uk or phone 020 7747 2424.
During busy periods you may need to leave a message but we will return your call by the end of the following working day.
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