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Educational Resources

We’ve highlighted some of the best resources available free online, and uploaded some of our own resources too. Dive in.

Primary

Museum of London Docklands

While their galleries may be closed, you can still explore the varied history of east London and its role in the development of the Port of London.

RNLI Education Resources

Teach young people how to be safe near and in the water – and what to do if anything ever goes wrong. Free downloadable learning resources for water safety workshops and more.

Young Ocean Explorers

Explore the ocean live! 

London Curriculum

Use the city to bring the national curriculum to life! We love The Living River, World City, The Force of the River, Mapping London, Healthy London Water and Wild About London.

The Barking Stink

Discover the layers of smells and stenches that tell the story of Barking's rich industrial past. Available as a podcast or video series.

Secondary +

Tideway: Reconnecting London With the Thames

Learn about the biggest infrastructure project undertaken by the UK water industry.

River Thames Quiz

Challenge yourself and your students with the Thames Explorer Trust's questions.

Harvard University

Free online courses.

Open University

Free adult online learning.

UK Coaching

Free resources to help you develop your coaching skills

Museum of London Docklands

While their galleries may be closed, you can still explore the varied history of east London and its role in the development of the Port of London.

James Dyson Foundation

The foundation, introduces young people to the exciting world of engineering, encouraging them to think differently, make mistakes and realise their potential.

RNLI Education Resources

Teach young people how to be safe near and in the water – and what to do if anything ever goes wrong. Free downloadable learning resources for water safety workshops and more.

STEM Crew

Science, technology, engineering and mathematics resources, including forces acting on boats.

TES: Who wants to be a millionaire?

Test your River Thames knowledge with this themed activity.

 

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