Where Children Learn by Building

Hands-on carpentry workshops that develop creativity, STEM thinking and real-world skills for KS2 primary school students.

Children today spend more time learning through screens than ever before. CraftEd Carpentry gives students the opportunity to develop practical skills through hands-on learning. Students design, measure and build real projects while developing confidence, creativity and problem-solving skills.

Schools & Workshops

What Students Learn 

  • Design thinking

  • Measurement & mathematics

  • Tool safety & practical skills

  • Creative problem solving

  • Teamwork & collaboration

A young girl in a red jacket and glasses, wearing safety ear protection, is holding a piece of wood object and a pencil.

CraftEd Carpentry

Primary School Woodwork Sessions

  • Hands-on carpentry lessons designed especially for primary school children

  • Taught by a fully qualified, experienced carpenter

  • All tools, materials and safety equipment provided

  • Age-appropriate projects that build confidence and practical skills

  • Strong focus on safety and following instructions

  • Encourages creativity, problem-solving and fine motor skills

  • Links to STEM learning and real-world applications

  • Works within school timetables and spaces

  • No equipment or preparation required from the school

Two children wearing safety goggles and red school uniforms are working together on a carpentry project.
Two children wearing safety goggles and red school uniforms are working together on a carpentry project.

What kids are saying

  • "It was really fun because we had lots of activities to do, and they taught me more about carpentry and made me more interested in it. I would recommend this to someone else!"

  • "The workshop encouraged me to get my hands dirty and have a good time. I would definitely do it again and think about it as a job in the future."

  • "When I asked for help, Laurie didn't just do it, he showed us how to."

    Florence

  • "It was so much fun sawing the wood. It was great!"

    Peter

  • "Laurie allowed us to use the tools by ourselves, like a drill, saw and a hammer. We made key hooks."

    George

  • "I absolutely loved it - it was really fun!"

    Alfie

  • "It was the best lesson ever - I got to make the coolest things."

  • "The carpentry was so fun - it made me think outside the box and more creatively. I really hope I get to do it again."

  • "It was great. At the end, when we finished our wood creations, we could make our own wood carvings."

  • "I think it was great doing carpentry; I’m even thinking it might be a good job for me. It is great fun and you can be very creative with it."

CraftEd Carpentry delivers workshops to primary schools across Herefordshire and surrounding counties.

Our standard workshop pricing covers schools within Herefordshire. We also work with schools in neighbouring counties including: Worcestershire, Gloucestershire, Shropshire, Powys and Monmouthshire.

Schools located outside Herefordshire may incur a travel supplement depending on distance. Travel fees apply per workshop day. Please get in touch to discuss workshop availability in your area.

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