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The Learning Hub is headed up by Kerry Rice, Learning Manager for St Aubyn Estates.
Based at St Michael’s Mount, Kerry leads the educational programme on the Mount with plans to establish an outdoor learning strategy across the entire Estate. Working with schools and community groups across Cornwall, the programme is designed to engage children and young people in creative and collaborative experiences that bring the history of the island and its locality to life.
In the 2024/25 academic year, Kerry welcomed over 7,000 young learners to experience the magic of the Mount. The Learning Hub is funded by the St Aubyn Foundation - a charitable programme that supports initiatives in west Cornwall that make a difference to the local community.
All pre-booked Cornish schools, can visit St Michael's Mount for free.
Plan your visit
Every school visit is different, which is why Kerry works closely with teachers and group leaders to create a programme that meets the needs of their learners.
Whether you are planning a visit for nursery children, primary pupils, secondary students, college groups or university learners, Kerry can help tailor the experience to suit the age, ability, interests and learning objectives of your group. Visits can be linked to areas of the National Curriculum and supported with relevant teaching resources before, during and after your visit.
From introductory tours to more focused sessions exploring history, geography, science, art or local heritage, Kerry will work with you to create a memorable and meaningful learning experience.
Contact kerry.rice@staubynestates.com for a step-by-step guide to planning a successful school visit.
"Don't change a thing - the pace, the storytelling, the drama, the pre-information, communication on the day and overall feeling of the day was perfect."
Trevithick Learning Academy - Laura Rowe, Class Teacher and Wider Curriculum Subject Lead
Teacher resources
Queen Victoria’s Diary Entry
The Key to the Castle
The Harbour Challenge
Cormoran The Giant
Getting here: grants for school transport
Cornwall Heritage Trust may give financial support for transport to enable schools to make visits to heritage sites or undertake visits which have a purpose of developing awareness and appreciation of Cornish heritage.
"Everything was easy - from planning the trip and communications with you; it was all meticulously planned and I felt very supported."
Breage CofE School - Megan Bungay, Class Teacher
Voluntary Work Placement Programme
Through the St Aubyn Foundation we offer short-term voluntary work placements throughout our teams for Year 10 students and older. This experience offers a hands-on, real-world taster of what it's like to work at one of the countries leading visitor attractions and heritage sites, gaining valuable insight into the daily working schedules of a variety of different departments. Please contact Kerry for an informal interview: kerry.rice@staubynestates.com
Culture Card
We accept the Culture Card, which is designed for care experienced young people in Cornwall. It allows them to access their cultural heritage free of charge plus one other. Simply arrive with your card to enjoy free access to the island.
"From the first emails to organise the visit to the moment we left, nothing was too much trouble."
Connor Downs Academy - Keeley Norton, Class Teacher
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