History of the Olympics
The Olympic Games were started by the Greeks in 776 BC to honour the almighty king of the gods, Zeus. 776 BC?! That’s a seriously long time ago! So why do we still celebrate and compete today? Leap, run and jump into history on this Ancient Greece KS2 & KS1 workshop and discover how this worldwide sporting event has endured and changed over time. Your class will find out what it takes to be an athlete, plus some of the weird and wonderful sports they can take part in. An ideal history workshop for schools all year round or to celebrate the Olympic Games!
What schools say
“Thank you very much to Ellen for delivering a day of wonderful, fun and inspiring workshops on the History of the Olympics. The children loved it and were engaged throughout the whole session and came away with an excellent understanding of the history of the Olympic games. The feedback from the staff was also very positive.”
Class Teacher, London
What your pupils will learn
- Explore how the Olympic Games started, and why they are still so important today
- Examine key skills required to be an athlete
- Encourage an appreciation of historical and current day cultural significance of the Olympic Games
Pricing
from £385
Pricing for the full day is based on the number of classes involved. Please contact us for a tailored quote.
What to expect
Length
This workshop can be delivered as a one-hour, two-hour or full-day workshop depending on your class numbers and preference.
Who we work with
KS1 / KS2 / P1 - 3 / P4 - 7
What we need from you
A large, clear space (such as a school hall) is ideal so participating children can move around comfortably. The more information you can provide about the needs of your class the better.