Show. Amaze.
Less screen time, more green time.
WE ARE CLASSROOM-BASED, TEACHING KIDS ABOUT THE COUNTRYSIDE
The Countryside Academy is an interactive classroom-based learning event showcasing the importance of our land, lakes, rivers and seas as a sustainable source of nutritious farmed and wild food.
LET’S WORK TOGETHER
Our services
The Countryside Academy exists to give youngsters confidence in the people that manage our countryside and explain how the food on their plate gets there. We’ll explore food miles, seasonal availability, pest control and the cost of food and food production.
Learn where it comes from
Meet the produce
Meet the producers
About us
Our aim is to make the UK food journey a source of pride, and give the students a little bit more understanding of how good farming and land management makes for a healthier countryside and a healthier human.
Our Services
We offer a rage of courses from a single day in the classroom to a tailored package, for year groups from year 3 to year 13.
WE WORK WITH
Our schools and colleges
We work with schools and colleges all over the UK, including:
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MEET US
Our Team
Steve McGuigan
Teacher
A countryman and professional wildlife manager with a sense of humour and a ‘can do’ attitude that appeals to the public, students of all ages and teachers.
Formerly representing the NGO’s Educational Trust at countryside events, working estates, game fairs and in schools, Steve explains the wise and sustainable use of our natural resources.
David Wright
Videographer
David co-founded both Farming Britain and Fieldsports Channel, which have educated and entertained all ages for more than 15 years. He is an ITV-trained filmmaker.
Jo Warrilow
Commercial lead
Jo runs the commercial side of Farming Britain. She has a background in farming marketing and PR.
Unleash KIDS’ LOVE OF THE COUNTRYSIDE
From chickens to beavers, to bees your students will learn about roles, natural history, what was here from year dot and what species have made the UK their home.