Shakespeare's School

Museum Stratford upon Avon, England, United Kingdom
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What to expect

King Edward VI School, also known as Shakespeare's School, is a grammar school and academy in Stratford-upon-Avon, England. The school has a long history dating back to the 13th century and is believed to be the last of the King Edward VI Schools. It is likely that William Shakespeare attended the school between the ages of seven and fourteen. The school offers a range of activities and has a strong focus on academic achievement. Visitors can explore the school's historic buildings and learn about its rich history. The school also offers guided tours, where visitors can see the very room where William Shakespeare sat in the 1570s and where he wrote his first works

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Stratford-upon-Avon with Kids

Stratford-upon-Avon with Kids
This family's experience:

Activities: We took part in a typical Tudor lesson, where the schoolmaster takes no nonsense, and expect to be set some homework!

Highlights: We were amazed to find that the King Edward VI school still exists and operates ✨