Farmvention
Farmvention (when farming meets invention) is a national STEM competition run by NFU Education and aimed at primary school children. There are three exciting problem based challenges that can be [...]
Passionate about educating future generations about all aspects of farming, food and the countryside
We are dedicated to ensuring children understand where food comes from and how it’s produced, which in turn encourages healthy eating. We also promote learning outside of the classroom which provides the opportunity to be active and connect with nature. We offer a range of year-round educational events, shows and courses which you can find more about below.
Countryside Days Video Highlights
To get a flavour of what we do take a look at the video highlights of our Countryside Days event, open to KS2 pupils from schools across Yorkshire.
Teachers
We support teachers and schools across Yorkshire through a variety of means. Take a look below at the free training courses we offer, apply for a grant for your school or get ideas for lesson planning through the resource links.
Primary Schools
We hold a number of events each year specifically for primary schools, along with competitions and discounted entry to the Great Yorkshire Show. Find out more below about what is happening this year.
Secondary Schools
We are committed to showcasing opportunities and careers in rural industries to the next generation. Take a look at the events below which offer first-hand experiences and the chance to meet professionals already in the industry.
Work with us
If you are interested in helping or working at our educational events, please click below to discover all the opportunities that are available.
For further information please contact Kate Kirby, Charitable Activities Coordinator, on 01423 546283 or email education@yas.co.uk
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