The Romans Are Coming! KS2

This workshop helps teachers bring the Romans to life through a memorable and active learning experience in the unique historical setting of Fort Nelson. 

• Curriculum linked and classroom relevant: supports KS2 learning on Caesar’s invasions, Roman power and life in Britain. 
• Immersive and memorable: pupils learn through drama, storytelling, object handling and a Roman army drill. 
• Clear learning outcomes: children compare Romans and Celts, investigate evidence and build an understanding of conquest, society and belief. 
• Supports discussion and reasoning: pupils use their learning to make a final choice. 
• Well structured for schools: a full day at Fort Nelson with 3 workshops and lunch built in. 

This workshop offers a strong mix of curriculum knowledge, active participation and historical enquiry. 

Designed for Key Stage 2 History, this workshop supports the teaching of: 

• Julius Caesar’s attempted invasions in 55-54 BC.
• The Roman Empire and its impact on Britain. 
• The Roman Empire by 42 AD and the power of its army. 
• Culture and beliefs, including the differences between Roman and Celtic ways of life. 

Your visit will include three 45-minute workshops delivered by in-character facilitators. The day will run 10am to 2pm, with lunchtime included. 

Celtic Feast 

Pupils step in Iron Age Britain and experience Celtic life through feast preparation, storytelling and ritual. Explore food, hospitality and oral tradition in this immersive retelling of Caesar’s invasions of Britain. 

Roman Trading Post

Through a carousel of replica handling objects, pupils investigate Roman citizens, professions and social hierarchy. They explore what artefacts can reveal about wealth, status, citizenship and daily life in the Roman world. 

Roman Army

Pupils examine Roman arms and armour, discover the pros and cons of joining the army, and take part in a Roman military drill to understand why Roman soldiers were so hard to defeat. 

At the end of the day, pupils will decide if they would join the Romans or fight against them. Perfect for critical thinking and speaking and listening.