Introduction to Heathland

NEW – FREE Introduction to Heathland Sessions for Primary School.

The session is designed for KS2 pupils. Each session is designed to last for 1.5- 2 hours using both indoor an outdoor space.

The session will cover:-

• What is Heathland and why is it so special?   The key plants of heathland
• Creating a Heathland Food Web
• Heathland soil type and a basic introduction to PH levels – Acid and Alkaline
• Creating a history of heathlands timeline
• What are the threats to heathland and Cannock Chase Heathland / Cannock Chase Code
• How can we all help to protect our local heathland and encourage others to do so

The session this links to elements of the science, geography, history and art curriculum.

Sessions are available to any primary school with 15km of the Centre of Cannock Chase SAC https://cannockchase.org.uk/about-the-sac/

If your school is interested in a Free Introduction to Heathland Session.  Please contact Claire Studman – Cannock Chase SAC Engagement Officer.  cstudman@staffordbc.gov.uk.