Further information about Newsroom workshops

The Newsroom is at 60 Farringdon Road opposite the main Guardian building. See map.

There is a drop-off point for coaches outside the building but there are no parking facilities.

Transport for London offers free public transport for schools groups in the Greater London Authority area. For details please contact them several weeks in advance of your visit at the Ticket Administration Officer, Transport for London, 55 Broadway, London SW1H OBD. Telephone 020 7918 3954 or visit www.transportforlondon.gov.uk/schoolparty

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There should be a minimum ratio of 1 adult to 10 pupils in your group for pupils under 16, and 1 to 6 for year 3 pupils. The Education Centre takes a maximum group 30 pupils.

Health and safety

You will be responsible for the supervision and safety of your pupils in the Newsroom. Please ensure that you carry with the standard DFES/LEA consent and medical form signed by parent(s) or guardians, for each child. It should include details of any medications, allergies, name and address of GP, parental home and daytime numbers and an alternative contact as well as parental agreement to the pupil receiving emergency treatment as considered necessary by medical authorities.

Supervision

You and your fellow teachers will need to supervise the pupils in your group at all times during their visit to the Newsroom, and you will be responsible for the group's behaviour.

Your assistance

Newsroom sessions are taught by qualified teachers and they will lead the workshop. During the day teachers will be involved in helping pupils with their work and achieving their deadlines.

Packed lunch

The Newsroom will provide a lunch room for you and your class. Please ensure that each child in your group brings a packed lunch.

Preparation ideas

and further information about the workshop you have chosen are here. These will help you to get the most out of your day.

On arrival

Please report to reception on arrival and hand in your list of pupils and staff. You will be greeted by a member of the education team who will take you to the education centre.

Click here to download a name register form. You must print this out and complete it and bring with you on the day.

Equipment

Pupils will not have access to their bags and coats in the education centre. They will not need pens, pencils, etc, as these will be provided.

Personal property

The Newsroom is not responsible for loss or damage to personal property.

Souvenirs

There are some small souvenirs on sale, for example pens, pencils, mugs, at the Newsroom's reception.

Teacher open evenings These regular evenings at the Newsroom are free to attend and are a chance for you to find out more before you bring your class here.