The London Olympics 2012 are eagerly awaited by the UK and, in fact, the whole of the world. Your group can find out more about what it takes to turn an inner city area into a state-of-the-art athletics venue that will be home to some of the greatest track and field stars to grace the planet.
Subject Focus:
- KS 2-3 Stratford and the 2012 Olympics
- KS 2-3 Olympic venues in east London
- KS 2-3 A sustainable Olympics
- KS 4 Sustainable urban living
- KS 4 Urban land use and regeneration
- KS 4 Impact of new retail development
- KS 4 Quality of life varies in cities
- KS 4 Migration and cultural diversity
- KS 4-5 Re-branding East London
- KS 4-5 London as a world city
- KS 4-5 Sustainable urban management
Student Outcomes:
- Visit the East End of London and find out more about regeneration and re-development projects.
- Study the impact of the Olympics upon the natural, economic and local communities.
- Undertake data collection and field studies related to urban growth, sustainability and city planning.
Prices from £230 per person for a 3 day / 2 night tour
Includes a visit to The Thames Barrier Information and Learning Centre and The View Tube!
