Types of School Visit
Types of School Visits
We welcome school groups to Guildford Cathedral throughout the year—typically on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Every visit is specially designed for your pupils’ age and RE subject, blending learning with hands‑on activities (art, craft, drama or music activity) and time to reflect in our peaceful space.
1. Bespoke School Visits
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When: Any time of year, Tues–Thurs (weekday dates by arrangement)
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What’s Included:
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Tailored RE session on your chosen subject
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Interactive activity (craft, song, drama) to bring learning alive
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Guided tour of the Cathedral’s architecture, art, and history
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Quiet moment for pupils to be still and reflect
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Sample Topics:
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Baptism & Christian Symbols
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Features of a Church/Cathedral
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Worship & Peace (tied to Remembrance)
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How to Book: Please complete our School Visit Booking Form and let us know your preferred dates and topics.
2. Themed School Workshops
Designed to link directly with the new RE syllabus and key Christian festivals, our workshops run at set times each year—but some topics are available on request.
| Workshop | Key Stage | When Available | Links To |
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| Advent & The Nativity | KS1 | Nov – Dec | “What Is the Nativity?” |
| Lent & Easter | Lower KS2 | Feb – Apr | “Salvation” · “The Big Bible Story” |
| Is Communion…? | Lower KS2 | Feb – Apr | “Celebration or Remembrance?” |
| The Trinity | Upper KS2 | By arrangement | “How Is God Three and One?” |
| Creator God | KS1 | By arrangement | “Why Do Christians Call God Creator?” |
| A Special Place | EYFS (½ day) | By arrangement | “What Makes a Place Special?” |
History – KS2 – Brand new for 2025/26
Explore Guildford Cathedral's rich history from Stag Hill a thousand years ago to the present day. Our full-day program aligns with the KS2 history curriculum, featuring interactive learning with drama, photographs, maps, and Cathedral archive materials. Discover the creators and builders of the Cathedral through engaging activities.
Price: £100 per class (full day and resource pack)
Special Offer: £65 per class for our 65th Birthday Year in 2026!