Ignite the imagination at Fireground!

Fireground in Rochdale is the perfect place for young people to explore the world of firefighting. Our object- and exhibition-based education programme gives your group the opportunity to learn in a unique setting.Brand new static and interactive displays and realistic re-creations offer an exciting and informative visit for students of all ages.

Our Education Programme

In most cases, our educational visits comprise of a session in our education suite followed by a tour of the museum.  Charges apply, please contact the Museum for details.

Our programme is as follows:

Early Years Foundation Stage

  • People Who Help Us; Firefighters

Key Stage 1

  • The Great Fire of London (Learning about)

  • The Great Fire of London (Learning from)

Key Stage 2

  • The Blitz

  • Local Study: Rochdale’s Victorian Fire Station

EYFS, KS1 & KS2

  • Fire through Art

  • Bonfire Night

Key Stage 3 & Key Stage 4

  • Life Saving Science

  • What the Victorians did for us.

  • Fooling with Fireworks

Further Education

Here at Fireground we can work with you on a variety of projects including art, STEM, history and drama. Please contact us to discuss your requirements.

Facilities

Fireground offers the following:

  • A dedicated Learning & Communities Officer with enhanced DBS check.

  • Friendly and knowledgeable volunteers

  • Completed Risk Assessments

  • Coach parking

  • Fully accessible facilities including a lift to our education suite

  • Hearing loops in our Reception/Shop area and education suite

  • All exhibits on the ground floor

  • Dedicated toilet facilities for school groups adjoining the education suite

  • A key to the education suite for your group leader whilst visiting us, where personal belongings can be left safely during your visit.

  • Cloakroom facilities in the education suite

  • The opportunity to eat packed lunches in the education suite or outside (weather permitting)

  • Museum Shop (If you wish, souvenir packs can be arranged and purchased before your visit and collected on the day)

  • Café

  • An indoor play and learn area

General Visits

Your trip need not involve an education session. Guided visits for summer trips for example are also welcome.

For further information on our education offers and prices, or to book a session, please contact:

The Learning & Communities Officer  :

Tel:        01706 341219

Mobile: 07437 118963

Email:

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