Primary School activity links to the curriculum

Published 17/08/2021   |   Last Updated 24/05/2023   |   Reading Time minutes

All of our activities as part of your visit to the Senedd are linked to the new Welsh curriculum. Discover the links for each of our sessions.

If I was a Member of the Senedd 

Activity

Curriculum Links

 

Pupils will role play being Members of the Senedd and complete a series of challenges throughout their day.

 

 

I can understand and describe how my community is governed and how people are represented.

On a guided tour of the building, pupils will learn about the sustainability features of the Senedd, meet their Members (if available) and learn more about the work of an MS.

Pupils will learn about the sustainability features of the Senedd, meet their Members (if available) and learn more about the work of an MS.

They will learn about Plenary meetings in the Senedd by visiting the original debating chamber. They will learn about the role of the Llywydd, First Minister, Welsh Government Ministers and backbench Senedd Members.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I can participate in decision making, and I can share opinions and evidence with decision-makers and elected members in my community.

Pupils will learn about Plenary meetings in the Senedd by visiting the original debating chamber. By using props they will learn about the role of the Llywydd, First Minister, Welsh Government Ministers and backbench Senedd Members.

Pupils will debate an issue, for example:

  • My Wales, My Planet
  • Fitness and Wellbeing
  • My Dreams
  • Science and Technology

Schools can also request to debate a topic of their choice.


I can listen to and understand information about a variety of topics, summarising the main points.

I can listen empathetically to different people’s viewpoints on various subjects.

I can respond to others’ point of view, seeking clarity, structuring arguments, summarising and explaining what I have heard, read or seen.

 

I've Got the Power 

Activity

Curriculum Links

Students will consider what makes an ethical, informed, active citizen?

Pupils will discuss how they can have their voice heard and they will then plan their own campaign.

I can understand the consequences of my actions and the action of others, and how these affect local, national and global issues.

I can understand and describe how my community is governed and how people are represented.

I can participate in decision making, and I can share opinions and evidence with decision-makers and elected members in my community.

On a guided tour of the building, pupils will learn about the sustainability features of the Senedd, meet their Members (if available) and learn more about the work of an MS.

Pupils will learn about the sustainability features of the Senedd, meet their Members (if available) and learn more about the work of an MS.

They will learn about Plenary meetings in the Senedd by visiting the original debating chamber. They will learn about the role of the Llywydd, First Minister, Welsh Government Ministers and backbench Senedd Members.

 

I can understand and describe how my community is governed and how people are represented.

I can recognise that my actions and those of others impact upon communities and the environment.

 

Students will participate in a debate in the original chamber where they can share their views on an issue and use the electronic voting system to have their say. 

I can listen to and understand information about a variety of topics, summarising the main points.

I can listen empathetically to different people’s viewpoints on various subjects.

I can respond to others’ point of view, seeking clarity, structuring arguments, summarising and explaining what I have heard, read or seen.

 

Past, Present and Future 

Activity

Curriculum Link

Senedd Visit (Present)

 

Pupils will learn about Plenary meetings in the Senedd by visiting the debating chamber.

 

Pupils will learn about the sustainability features of the Senedd, meet their Members ( if available) and learn more about the work of an MS in Plenary and Committees.

I can understand and describe how my community is governed and how people are represented.

 

I can participate in decision making, and I can share opinions and evidence with decision-makers and elected members in my community.

Pierhead (Past)

Discover how the building and its inhabitants helped shape Cardiff Bay from the 1880s -1950s.

 

Learners will complete an activity booklet to help them explore the history of Tiger Bay and the Docks.

I can describe the different ways that countries and societies, including Wales have been governed in the past and present.

 

Pierhead (Future)

As informed citizens learners will think critically about problems and issues in society, have an appreciation of sustainable development and explore how they can play and active role in shaping Wales for the future through the lens of the Well Being and Future Generations ( Wales ) Act.

 

I can understand the consequences of my actions and the action of others and how these affect local, national and global issues.

 

Our Senedd 

Activity

Curriculum Links

Pupils will learn about Plenary meetings in the Senedd by visiting the original debating chamber. By using props they will learn about the role of the Llywydd, First Minister, Welsh Government Ministers and backbench Senedd Members.

Senedd Quiz

Pupils will debate a topic, for example:

  • My Wales, My Planet
  • Fitness and Wellbeing
  • My Dreams
  • Science and Technology

I can understand and describe how my community is governed and how people are represented.

I can listen to and understand information about a variety of topics, summarising the main points.

I can form, express and discuss my own opinions on a range of issues after considering evidence and the views of others.

I can participate in decision making, and I can share opinions and evidence with decision-makers and elected members in my community

Pupils will observe a Plenary meeting.

Our decision-making impacts on the quality of our lives and the lives of others.

 

Primary School Senedd or School Council Visit

Activity

Curriculum Link

 

On a guided tour of the building, pupils will learn about the sustainability features of the Senedd, meet their Members (if available) and learn more about the work of an MS.

Pupils will learn about the sustainability features of the Senedd, meet their Members (if available) and learn more about the work of an MS.

Students will learn about Plenary meetings in the Senedd by visiting the original debating chamber. They will learn about the role of the Llywydd, First Minister, Welsh Government Ministers and backbench Senedd Members.

 

I can understand and describe how my community is governed and how people are represented.

I can participate in decision making, and I can share opinions and evidence with decision-makers and elected members in my community.

I can understand the consequences of my actions, and the actions of others and how this affects local, national and global issues. 

 

Students will participate in a debate in the original chamber and will an use electronic voting system to share their views.

I can listen to and understand information about a variety of topics, summarising the main points.

I can listen empathetically to different people’s viewpoints on various subjects.

I can respond to others’ point of view, seeking clarity, structuring arguments, summarising and explaining what I have heard, read or seen.

Students will participate in a debate in the original chamber where they can share their views on an issue and use the electronic voting system to have their say. 

I can listen to and understand information about a variety of topics, summarising the main points.

I can listen empathetically to different people’s viewpoints on various subjects.

I can respond to others’ point of view, seeking clarity, structuring arguments, summarising and explaining what I have heard, read or seen.

 

Sustainable Senedd

Activity

Curriculum Link

Senedd tour ( Siambr)

 

Pupils will learn about the sustainability features of the Senedd, meet their Members (if available) and learn more about the work of an MS.

 

I can understand and describe how my community is governed and how people are represented.

Pupils will learn about Plenary meetings in the Senedd by visiting the original debating chamber. They will learn about the role of the Llywydd, First Minister, Welsh Government Ministers and backbench Senedd Members.

Senedd tour ( activity booklet)

 

I can explore and describe the properties of materials and justify their uses.

 

I can draw inspiration to design from historical, cultural and other sources.

 

I can apply my knowledge and skills when making design decisions in order to produce specific outcomes.

 

I can consider how my design proposals will solve problems and how this may affect the environment.

Education Centre – Siambr Hywel

I can listen to and understand information about a variety of topics, summarising the main points.

 

I can listen empathetically to different people’s viewpoints on various subjects.

 

I can respond to others’ point of view, seeking clarity, structuring arguments, summarising and explaining what I have heard, read or seen.