Cross-curricular school trip to Prague
Explore medieval and atmospheric Prague, to discover a city of contrasts between the old and new, classical music and fascinating history.
- Key stage 2 – 16+
- Year round
Explore medieval and atmospheric Prague, to discover a city of contrasts between the old and new, classical music and fascinating history.
On arriving in medieval and atmospheric Prague your school group will be immediately struck by the contrasts of old with new. The old town is a UNESCO World Heritage site with cobbled streets, gothic spires, medieval architecture and bohemian influence. The first Czech dynasty was founded in 840 and the legacy of 1300 years of history is around every corner. This is juxtaposed by the very modern feel to other parts of the city and since the fall of the 'Iron Curtain' in 1989, a huge amount of investment and tourism had regenerated the city beyond compare. Prague is a fascinating destination for a range of subjects including history, music, art and culture, making it an extremely popular choice for cross-curricular school trips.
There are many magnificent sites to take in on a walking tour of the city including the Charles Bridge, the Prague Astronomical Clock, Church of Our Lady Before Tyn, Vltava river and the John Lennon wall.
Depending on your learning objectives, excursions can include Prague castle, National museum, the Jewish quarter, Jewish Cemetery and Jewish museum and the WW1 Terezin ghetto and concentration camp just outside the city where 33,000 Jews lost their lives.
We also create bespoke music tours for school choirs. Prague is world-famous for classical music having attracted composers musicians and music lovers for centuries. Mozart is one of Prague’s more notable guests. Pupils will have the opportunity to explore world-famous concert halls, musical museums, attend a folklore evening and put on your own performance at a concert venue.
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Prague Castle was founded around 880 AD and is the largest ancient castle complex in the world. The castle complex is the cities number one tourist attraction, and the city's most recognisable landmark. It dominates the skyline, sitting majestically on a hillside in the Castle District.
Prague Old Town is a UNESCO world heritage site with a lively cobblestoned hub and landmark attractions such as the medieval Astronomical Clock and the Gothic Church of Our Lady Before Týn, on Old Town Square.
The Jewish quarter is located between the Old Town Square and the Vltava River. The torrid history of the former Jewish Ghetto began in the 13th century when Jewish people were ordered to vacate their disparate homes and settle in this one area. Here you will also find the Jewish museum, Jewish cemetery and several synagogues.
Terezín was a hybrid concentration camp and ghetto established during World War II in the fortress town Terezín an hour outside Prague, in which tens of thousands of Jews were killed. Many residents of the cities Jewish quarter were sent there.
The museum is a wonderful way to discover more about musical instruments while giving full insight into Czech musical history. The first room conveys the diversity of popular music in the 20th century, to the accompaniment of an original composition by Milan Cais, ‘The Four Elements.’ From here the visitor enters the world of experimental microtonal music – a unique part of the museum’s collection. One of the highlights of the museum is its documentation of the Prague school of violin-making. Don’t miss out on the folk music exhibition, where you will see traditional Bohemian musical instruments and scores.
The museum collects, maintains and displays the many documents associated with the famous Czech composer. Visitors can see Dvorak's sheet music, correspondence and other written material, as well as pieces of art, period photographs, programmes, posters and personal objects associated with his life and work. The museum also hosts seminars and concerts.
This is a brilliant evening that includes a show performed by professional dancers and musicians wearing traditional Czech clothing, accompanied by a typical Bohemian meal. Participation is welcomed and even encouraged!
The Bedrich Smetana Museum is situated close to the Charles Bridge, on a site which boasts an extraordinary view across the Vltava River to Prague Castle. It is housed in the building of the former Old Town water works one of the most beautiful Neo-Renaissance structures in Prague. You can see the original scores of some of Smetana’s greatest masterpieces along with other written documents and personal effects from his estate.
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