Alongside our projects and events Project Factory supports an education programme to ensure that our work reaches children and adults across the community

Our Gormley Project bursaries have helped over 300 children take part in the Heritage Partners Workshops and Tours.

Schools from Taunton to Wincanton, Shepton Mallet to Yeovil have brought children to Wells to participate in a range of activities.

Over 200 students have attended our CHATS talks for free

“We loved our visit and so did the children. We really would strongly say to other schools visiting they need to allow themselves more time to fully enjoy everything. If we weren't so far away we would have been able to book a coach at different times and stay for longer. The whole experience was easy and made a huge impact on the children. We would love to come again.”

— Horsington Church School

“Yr11 Art Students need an opportunity to take photos and get inspired for the launch of their Environment Project. This trip provided the perfect opportunity to explore the architecture, historical significance and cultural relevance of the cathedral. It also allowed the students to explore and examine the juxtaposition of natural and man made forms in the Bishops Palace Sculpture Trail.”

— The Blue School

“We can't thank you enough. The children had a very enjoyable experience and we felt they gained knowledge and were keen to find out more in school. Malcolm invited, and then answered, the children's questions well and considered their age. We are making Gormley sculptures tomorrow and we will share these with you.”

— Bowlish Infant School

“The facilities are lovely. The children were awed by the Cathedral. The sculpture trail gave children a better idea of sculptures and how they differ. Their favourite was the wings.”

— Bowlish Infant School