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Marsden Valley
Education Centre
Delivering 21 years of Education
Programmes for 2019
The Education Centre at the Shantytown Heritage Park was started in
1998 to provide learning experiences outside of the classroom, and is
part funded by the Ministry of Education. Schools from all over New
Zealand visit the centre, which boasts a range of learning
programmes based on but not limited to the colourful history of the
West Coast. The school programmes are hands-on and active.
LEOTC Active hands-on experiences to enhance and
inspire your students’ learning
New Zealand Curriculum
Our LEOTC programmes compliment and support the New Zealand curriculum and thus enhance
classroom learning. They are an authentic, hands-on and interactive learning experience with a
strong focus on the development of the five Key Competencies.
Key Competencies
Thinking
Using language, symbols and texts
Managing self
Relating to others
Participating and contributing
Our Values
All our Marsden Valley Education Centre LEOTC programmes integrate values identified by the
current curriculum, Te Whariki and Kahikitia. The programmes encourage students to persevere in
the face of difficulties, think critically, creatively and reflectively; also to respect diversity, be fair,
honest, responsible, and accountable and act ethically; to respect themselves and others , to take
care of our environment and the treasures/taonga displayed here at Shantytown.
The Marsden Valley Education Centre Team
Centre Coordinator/Educator – Lisa Barbour
Lead Educator – Judi Mears
Denniston Educator – Gary James
Active and Hands-on Educational Activities for All Ages
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List of Programmes
Primary and Secondary
All programmes can be adapted to any year level and can be delivered from a social science or science platform
Camps ........................................................................................................................ page 4
2019 Price List ............................................................................................................ page 4
1 ANZAC – On the Home Front or ANZAC On the Western Front ................................. page 5
2 Archaeology................................................................................................................ page 5
3 Bartering & Trading in Early NZ .................................................................................. page 5
4 Brunner Industrial Heritage Site ................................................................................. page 5
5 Chinese Culture & Traditions...................................................................................... page 6
6 Chinese Gold Miner ................................................................................................... page 6
7 Chinese New Year ...................................................................................................... page 6
8 Communications......................................................................................................... page 6
9 Conservation-Our Forest ............................................................................................ page 7
10 Denniston Experience................................................................................................. page 7
11 Early Settlers to the West Coast ................................................................................. page 7
12 Educated Guided Tour, West Coast Goldfields. ......................................................... page 7
13 Forces & Simple Machines ......................................................................................... page 8
14 Forensics & Detective Time ........................................................................................ page 8
15 Gold Miner for a Day .................................................................................................. page 8
16 Goldfield Challenges ................................................................................................... page 8
17 Immigration ................................................................................................................ page 9
18 It’s a Deal!-Economics on the Goldfields.................................................................... page 9
19 Kehu, Maori Guide...................................................................................................... page 9
20 Law & Order ............................................................................................................... page 9
21 Matariki .................................................................................................................... page 10
22 Maths Everywhere! .................................................................................................. page 10
23 Palaeontology. .......................................................................................................... Page 10
24 Pounamu Trails ......................................................................................................... page 10
25 Power ....................................................................................................................... page 10
26 Science is Fun! .......................................................................................................... page 11
27 Shopping from a Bygone Era .................................................................................... page 11
28 Sustainability through Necessity .............................................................................. page 11
29 Survival. .................................................................................................................... Page 11
30 The Impact of the Gold Rushes ................................................................................ page 12
31 Toys & Games from the Past .................................................................................... page 12
32 Treasures ................................................................................................................. page 12
33 Victorian Childhood .................................................................................................. page 12
34 Victorian Christmas .................................................................................................. page 13
35 Victorian Classroom.................................................................................................. page 13
36 Water ........................................................................................................................ page 13
Alternative Programme Options
Off Site Programmes ................................................................................................ page 14
A Programme Tailor Made For You!......................................................................... page 14
We come to you! ...................................................................................................... page 14
Celebrations of 2019 ................................................................................................ page 14
Active and Hands-on Educational Activities for All Ages
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Camps
Have your class camp in the heart of a “Gold Rush” town on the West Coast!
Shantytown in conjunction with Marsden Valley Education Centre, can offer a fabulous opportunity
to host camps right here in the township. Contact us at the MVEC to find out more!
2019 Prices
School Programme (incl. train & gold): $14.00 per student
Overnight Camp: (Excl. Educational Programme) $14.00 per student (Limit of 35 pax staying)
Overnight catering: $18.50 per student
Teachers: Free
Accompanying adults: First 5 free, additional adults at student prices
Gold panning per adult helper: $7.00
West Coast Schools, please contact the MVEC for local prices
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Programmes
ANZAC – on the Home Front
Years 0-13
Social Science, Arts, Drama and Homefront History
Commemorate ANZAC day this year by immersing your students into
the war effort on the home front during 1916. This programme is
action packed full of activities children may have experienced in New
Zealand during this period. The day concludes with a church service
commemorating the first ANZAC service.
ANZAC – on the Western Front
Years 5-13
For classes who have already experienced the Homefront, the sequel
is even more interactive – as actors for the day students will become
nurses, stretcher bearers and front line soldiers. Ideally suited for
group’s 25-35 students.
Archaeology
Years 4-13
Social Science, Science
This fantastic hands-on new programme can be either a pre
determined “Dig” within Shantytown’s boundaries or a “Dig” at your
pre-organised historic site. Older clothing and gumboots are
essential for this day digging up the past.
Bartering & Trading in Early NZ
Years 4-13
Arts & Drama, Economics, Social Science
A newly developed programme covering the history of bartering and
trade in New Zealand from the Pre European Maori through to trading
with the Early Settlers. Ideal for larger classes.
Brunner Industrial Heritage Site Visit
Years 4-13
Social Science, Science, History
Consider a visit to the historical Brunner mine site, one of the earliest
industrial sites in NZ. Our Educator will provide your students with
hands on experiences to better understand how life was in ‘Coal
Gorge’ back when coal was king. Define your focus from programmes
such as The Resources That Were; Immigration to a Safe Colliery;
People, Places and Environment, and or Blood on the Coal- NZ’s worst mining disaster. We can tailor
the programme around your science, social studies or economic curriculum learning intentions. You
won’t find a better place for students to consider such topics as cause & effect or impacts on
families, business, community and the environment. This programme can also include either a re-
enactment or discovery time at the Stillwater Cemetery.
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Chinese Culture & Traditions
Years 3-8
Social Science, English
With a strong history of Chinese gold miners coming to the West
Coast, this programme investigates traditions and life styles that were
in stark contrast to the Victorian ways.
Students can experience different writing styles, gardening and a
variety of activities that were common place among the Chinese of
the goldfields era. Some celebrations are highlighted in this
programme to explore values and perspectives; compare and
understand culture and heritage.
Chinese Gold Miner
Years 3-10
Social Science, English
Select from a wide range of learning experiences, including early
Chinese costumes, giving your students the opportunity to ‘walk in
someone else’s shoes’. Experiences can range from the push-pull
factors of immigration, establishing a mining claim, setting up a
mining camp, mining, trading, gardening, racism and the Poll Tax. An
optional extra and a highlight to this programme is a traditional
Chinese lunch using chopsticks.
Chinese New Year
Years 0-8
Social Science, Arts & Drama
Every year, around late January to mid February for 2 weeks, Chinese
around the world celebrate their New Year. These celebrations were
of significant relevance to the Chinese gold miners who came to the
West Coast in the 1860s. We enjoy providing schools with an insight
into the culture, traditions and beliefs that surround the Chinese New
Year. Hands-on participation, original artefacts, Chinese crafts and a lion dance performance are all
part of this exciting programme. From the Tuesday 5th February, we will be celebrating the Year of
the Pig in Shantytown. We hope your class can join us ... book early to avoid disappointment!
Communications
Years 0-13
English, Technology, Science, Social Science
A programme designed to look into the various forms of
communication practised over the years. This can include Spreading
the News! (town crier, telegram, newspapers, messengers, mail
service, dip pen and letter writing). Calling or signalling for help
without a phone (mirrors, torches, whistles, flags, Morse code).
Advertising (soap box, tabloid paper, entertainment posters).
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Conservation – Our Forest
Years 3-8
Social Science, English, Science
Living world, Earth systems, culture and conservation
Our Forest or Te Ngahere is a versatile programme which can be
tailored to meet each class’s individual topic needs. A look at the
forest structure and how this protects and nurtures all life is the
starting point of the day. The programme can then evolve into
exploring habitats or general guardianship and conservation. This is a hands on and practical
introduction for the students with access to the natural bush at Shantytown. Digital microscopes are
used during this programme.
Denniston (Life on the Hill) Experience
Not to be confused with The Denniston Experience-Journey Inwards, the tourist attraction.
Years 4-13
English, Science, Social Science, Technology
In partnership with Friends of the Hill at Denniston, Marsden Valley
Education Centre offers a short programme about the history and life
in Denniston. At Denniston, students will hear stories and see a
slideshow to identify with Denniston during its hey-day. A tour of a
replica mine entrance and other activities are included in this visit.
This is an excellent opportunity for Buller based schools or as part of a school camp in this area.
This programme is free, however a donation made to the “Friends of the Hill” would be appreciated.
Early Settlers to the West Coast
Years 0-8
English, Science, Social Science
This programme is designed to look at the main cultures of people
who came to Te Tai Poutini, the West Coast, how and why. Starting
with the early Maori Pounamu traders and moving on to the Chinese
and European miners together with the resources they came in search
of.
Educated Guided Tour (West Coast Goldfields)
Years 0-13
English, Social Science
A short programme which involves a steam train ride, gold panning,
and a guided tour through the township by one of our Educators.
This programme is a great add on for ESOL groups or schools passing
through with not much time to spare.
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Forces & Simple Machines
Years 3-8
Science, Social Science
This day is spent experimenting with the 6 simplest machines that
made every day life easier and are still in use today.
Activity stations explore ramps; screws; wedges; wheels & axles;
pulleys & levers.
Forensic & Detective Time
Years 3-8
Science, Maths, Social Science
Participants are split into groups and Trainee Detectives use problem
solving skills to solve the case of the “Disappearing things”.
In this real life context, students practice their time keeping skills,
establish timelines, search for clues, map read, measure, identify
patterns, count and calculate. A popular Maths week programme.
Gold Miner for a Day
Years 4-13
Social Science, Arts & Drama
Key competencies, life in the past, impact of major events in history,
cause and effect
This is our most popular programme! Students experience firsthand,
life on the goldfields during the 1860’s. This is a day packed with team
work, physical endurance and problem
solving.
As with all our programmes, we are
happy to tailor the day to your specific
learning objectives.
Goldfield Challenges
Years 1-13
Social Science, Technology, English
A wide variety of challenges for junior or senior students. Most
activities are based on life in the past however, any topic area can be
covered. This is a competitive team work programme which was
developed for year 9-10 students but will enhance any year group.
This programme covers all 5 Key Competencies. Using a round robin style challenge, students will
work in groups to complete motivating, creative and hands on tasks where a score is awarded for
various key points reached along the way.
This programme can be used as a fun and educational way for the class teacher to observe the
classroom personalities in a different environment.
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Immigration
Years 3-10
Social Science, Arts & Drama
Students take a “journey” on a ship heading to New Zealand in the
1860’s. Travelling in steerage conditions on a 3 month long trip to find
a better life away from the impact the industrial revolution has had in
England. This programme takes students back in time to an era where
the hopes and dreams of Immigrants coming to New Zealand are experienced through role play and
drama. Older students experience the dilemma of the Push-Pull factors to stay or to emigrate.
It’s a deal! – Economics on the Goldfields
Years 4-13
Social Sciences, English, Maths, Arts & Drama
This is a fantastic hands-on programme to enhance any economics,
accounting or maths class.
Based on the economics of the Goldfields, students will develop a
solid understanding of scarcity, competition, opportunity, supply and
demand, profit and loss, bartering and profit margins with the
addition of percentages, throughout this competitive programme. A great chance for the budding
entrepreneurs of your classroom! The day can include Chinese market gardeners, merchants, gold
dealers and other such businesses of the time.
As with all our programmes, we will tailor make the day to suit the year level of your students and
your Achievement Objectives.
Kehu, Maori Guide
Years 1-8
Social Science, Science
A full-on day learning the story and some basic skills we associate with
Kehu, Thomas Brunner’s Maori Guide. Kehu has been an unsung hero
of the exploration of the West Coast for too long. Immerse your
students in a day of bush craft, from building temporary shelters and
making flax cordage through to gaining an insight and appreciation of
the fine attributes of Kehu, Superman of the Bush. Casual clothes and
gumboots are a must for this programme!
Law & Order
Years 3-13
Social Science, Arts & Drama, English
Crime and punishment from the past! Authentic case studies can be
explored and a courtroom session staged. We use the element of
surprise with a mock train robbery on our steam train ride.
This programme not only explores social history but also provides a
great stimulus for writing and verbal presentation.
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Matariki – The Maori New Year
Years 1-13
Arts & Drama, Social Sciences, Science
Matariki is the Māori name for the cluster of stars also known as the
Pleiades. It rises in mid-winter. Activities can include crafts and kite
making, Harakeke weaving, native planting, legends, drama and
appreciation of Te Ngahere. A programme designed to celebrate the
traditions and customs surrounding Matariki.
Maths Everywhere!
Years 1-8
Maths
Numbers, shapes, geometry, problem solving, patterns and much
more for this day! A great way to let your students experience
practical maths with a series of challenges in a real life context.
Remember us during maths week!
Palaeontology
Years 5-8
Science, Social Science
Palaeontology is the study of life, a combination of Geology (study of
rocks) and Biology (study of life). Because Palaeontologists are
interested in finding out about all life on Earth, they study all kinds of
fossils, not just dinosaur bones.
This programme of discovery and experiments is offered based on the availability of the West Coast
Gem & Mineral Club to support us on the day.
Pounamu Trails
Year 3-8
Social Science, Technology, Science
A hands-on and practical look at the importance of our local history
when it comes to pounamu and Maori traditions, myths and legends.
Conservation of the Ngahere (forest) is applied through shelter
building activities where students are reminded of Rata and his waka.
Making simple carvings and learning how to make flax cordage
complete another busy day. Maori customs and traditions,
conservation, respect for the environment and living on the land are
all featured.
Power
Years 3-8
Social Science, Science, English, Technology
Programmes can be tailor made to focus on the power of man, horse,
wheel, water and steam.
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Years 1-8
Science, Technology
This programme has an extensive range of activities and can cover the
many aspects of science.
Tell us your focus and we will make up the experiments and activities.
This is a great opportunity to bring your class out during Science
Week.
Shopping from a Bygone Era
Years 1-3
Social Science, Arts & Drama, Technology, English, Science
Small groups of students are given a shopping list and have to work
out where to buy each item. The types of shops and what was stocked,
weighing, measuring, packaging, manners and courtesy are all
involved. Damper bread and butter making can be included in this
programme.
Sustainability through Necessity
Years 1-13
Science, Social Science and Health
“Sustainability is a critical issue for New Zealand –
environmentally, economically, culturally, politically, and
socially. We need to learn how to live smarter to reduce our
impact on the environment for future generations.” Students
on this programme experience walking in the shoes of
Victorian children, where proverbs taught conduct and
frugality. ‘Waste not, want not’ and ‘A stitch in time saves
nine’ will take on a new meaning after a series of challenges
to REPAIR, RE-USE, and RE-PURPOSE.
Survival
Years 4-13
Social Science, Technology, Science
A new programme for 2018 focusing on surviving after a
disaster when power and communications are lost and
families have to return to basics.
Active and Hands-on Educational Activities for All Ages - 11 -
Tel: 03 762 6634 | Fax: 03 762 6649| Email: school@shantytown.co.nz | Web: www.shantytown.co.nzThe Impact of the Gold Rushes
Years 9-13
Social Studies, Economics, History, Geography
Using and interpreting historical documents required in all tasks.
Looking at life in the late 1800’s, this programme covers 3 aspects of
historical significance on the West Coast.
Speech making in the streets of Shantytown either advocating or
opposing a significant political view of the time. E.g. Suffragettes,
Depression, Racism
Creating a viable business plan to present to an investor.
Supply and Demand of this era.
Toys & Games of the Past
Years 1-4
Social Science, Arts & Drama, Technology, English, Physical Education
Hands-on day designed to give students an insight into games and toys
throughout history including picnic, parlour and playground games.
Language skills are used with rhymes and group games.
Treasures
Years 1-3
Social Science, English, Science
Language skills and vocabulary, life in the past, customs and
traditions
Look into Grandma’s Treasure Chest, learn about the items it contains
and what these artefacts can tell us about the past. Explore
Shantytown’s buildings to identify other treasures of this era and
define what is, and what makes things treasures.
Victorian Childhood
Years 1-6
Social Science, Arts & Drama, Technology
A selection of short experiences designed to give a snapshot of the
lives of children both rich and poor in the late 1800’s. This day has a
mix of Victorian classroom, playground games and chores with
mother.
Active and Hands-on Educational Activities for All Ages - 12 -
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Years 1-8
Social Science, Arts & Crafts Customs and
traditions, festivals and celebrations, life in the
past and handcrafts
An experience that will be remembered
forever! Students make traditional decorations,
act out the nativity story, may have a special
Christingle ceremony from times past and sing
Christmas carols in the Shantytown church. To
finish the day, students participate in typical Boxing Day games that were common to the era and
climate of the Southern Hemisphere.
Victorian Classroom
Years 3-8
English, Social Sciences
Welcome to our classroom where we are back
in the 1880’s with Victorian values and attitudes
to children. Handwriting on slate boards or with
dip pen and ink, spelling, reading, dictation and
arithmetic are covered during the day. All are
presented in the old fashioned way when
children were seen but not heard. This programme will give students an opportunity to compare
education past and present.
Water
Years 3-8
Science, Social Science, Technology
This is a hands-on day with a look at water and
how it shapes the land around us. How water
was needed for industry and its impact on the
environment. This day could include building
dams, creating a stepping stone path across our
creek or constructing a simple water wheel.
We can also offer a programme investigating
water, conservation and the environment.
Gumboots will be essential!
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Years 1-13
If you are having a camp and would like us to join you,
give us a call! If you plan to visit Brunner Mine Site,
Denniston, the tunnels at Woods Creek or the historic
Kumara Township, then we can help you.
A Programme Tailor Made For You!
Years 1-13
Elements can be taken from any of our existing programmes and
mixed. This will provide experiences specifically adapted to your class
needs. Or tell us what you are studying and we will design a
programme especially for your students.
We come to you!
Our staff can now visit your school to assist with topic areas you may
be covering during the year. So long as we bring a programme which
cannot be conventionally taught in the classroom, the opportunity is
open. Give us a call to see how we can help!
2018 Celebrations
Celebrations of 2019
Years 1-13
Each year a wide range of special days and periods are celebrated. For example, Chinese New Year,
ANZAC, Matariki and Victorian Christmas.
What is your class celebrating in 2019? Can we assist with your specific celebrations?
Special 2019 programmes to take advantage of celebrations, festivals and topical themes may
include but are not limited to:
2019 Lantern Festival Overnight Camps
Celebrating the Chinese New Year from Tuesday 5th to Tuesday 19th February 2019
First Encounters 250
Celebrations to mark 250th Anniversary of Captains Cook’s arrival in New Zealand.
Active and Hands-on Educational Activities for All Ages - 14 -
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