We extend a warm welcome to our home-educating community and host special days for you to visit during term time. We’re continuously developing our home-educator programme in collaboration with you both during and after your visits. Using your feedback we tailor visits that suit your children’s learning needs. We’re committed to making our museum an enjoyable learning experience for you.
2024 home educator dates are listed below:
- Thursday 29th February
- Thursday 25th April
- Thursday 23rd May
- Thursday 27th June
- Thursday 26th September
- Thursday 28th November
Tickets for these dates can be purchased here.
We have answered some questions specifically relating to home educator visits below. For SEND-specific downloadable information please visit our SEND page.
How many supervising adults can come per booking?
There is no limit as to how many supervising adults can be added to the booking. All adults will be charged for entry.
When can we visit?
We host special days for you to visit during term time. The dates can be found here. We also publicise them on our Facebook page.
Will we have exclusive use of the museum during our visit?
On home educator visits days, other home educating families will be visiting. You may also see museum staff, researchers or volunteers during your visit. If you do see someone at work, please say hello and ask us questions about what we are doing, we’re a friendly bunch.
Can we visit Quex House during our visit?
We will confirm these details with each event date as they are announced.
How do we book?
You can email learning@powell-cottonmuseum.org to reserve a space, or you can book in advance via our website. Please follow the link on the event above.
Your contact
Emma-Jayne will work with network leaders to coordinate and plan the content for home educator days. You can contact her via the learning@powell-cottonmuseum.org email.