The Castle Pamela Tirau - New Zealands largest collection of dolls, toys and teddy bears.

Tirau attractions

	Introduction Location Pam and Kelvin Photo Gallery Tirau attractions Education Contact us			Education - Teachers Reference The Castle Pamela provides an excellent platform for teachers to cover a wide range of multi-curriculum learning objectives. Most school groups spend around 2.5 hours at The Castle: including an hour for the collection, half an hour for lunch and an hour for games. These times are flexible to suit your programme. Tirau provides many other attractions suitable for school visits. Centrally located in the South Waikato The Castle provides an excellent stop en-route to school camps or other outings i.e. trip to the snow or outdoor pursuit centre. Prior booking is essential. Please phone Pam or Kelvin Baker on 07 8831112. Check out the individual learning areas below to see examples of what activities are available at The Castle. Technology Science Language and Languages Mathematics Social Sciences Health and Physical Wellbeing The Arts The fake book case contains hundreds of titles and has proven so popular with people trying to find their names that plans are already underway for another! Our large train track has proven to be our most popular display. With over 25 meters of track it can sometimes be hard to pull the kids (or Dads) away. An educational experience or just a fun day out. We have found that there are two main reasons teachers like to bring their classes to The Castle. Sometimes you need a stimulating environment to help focus your kids learning towards a certain curriculum goal. Sometimes you just need a fun place as an end of year treat or as an option for a day out. The Castle excels in providing for both of these kinds of visits. Discounted Education Admission Prices Entry to the Museum Pre School children: $4 School children: $4 Supervising teachers: free of charge Additional adults: $7 please note: Children have to be supervised at least 1 adult per 6 children. Mini-Medieval feast The Castle provides a great hall caf� for lunches and coffee. A Package meal can be provided for large school groups (over 10). $6 Served in a wooden bowl for each child filled with: Savoury Mini Mince Meat Pie A roasted chicken leg Fresh bread Cheese straws in shapes of swords, hearts, etc. Carrot sticks Followed by Mini chocolate mousse shortbread pie - topped with marshmallows A Glass of fruit punch The feast is served in The Stag Hall which is decorated as a Medieval Feasting Hall. Games All School children - $2 All adults - free of charge Equipment supplied for the following games Catapult Robin hood balancing beam Giant Soma cube Horse (Scooter) relay race Horse shoe throwing Education Admission prices are only available: During school term By making a booking prior to visiting Monday to Friday Please Note All pricing is based per person. These rates are effective from 22nd May 2005 but are subject to change. Payment is required on entry. Cash, Eftpos, credit card or cheque are accepted. Visit safety The following information is to help teachers complete school safety or risk management statements. The Castle is a safe place to visit but we suggest that teachers visit The Castle prior to bringing their class so as to familiarize themselves with the site and any possible hazards. Students should be advised of appropriate behavior while visiting: i.e. no running inside, no banging on glass, no climbing on furniture, etc. The front of The Castle boasts an impressive moat which is up to 1.5 meters deep. Students should be advised not to reach out into the moat or attempt to go swimming. It is suggested that while the students are outside one of the supervising adults stay near the moat as a precaution. One of the towers includes a stairwell used to gain access to the roof which is still under construction. The stairs are sealed off and are strictly off access to all visitors both children and adults. Rolling farmland surrounds The Castle - while none of the animals pose any risk, we ask that students treat the animals with care. Bags should be left on the bus or vehicles. A telephone is located in the caf kitchen for emergency.