School programs
Bellevue House National Historic Site
Bring your classroom to Bellevue House to experience, engage, and discuss life in the 1840s, Sir John A. Macdonald, his role in Confederation, and the impacts of his political actions. Immerse your students in conversations about how Macdonald’s complex legacy and the continued impact on communities.
Recommended for Grades 4 to 12.
Guides are included in pricing.
The site can offer basic 1 hour guided programs, extended 2.5-hour programs, or custom programs to align with your curriculum needs.
Fees can vary, please call for details
Bellevue and beyond
Join us for an interactive tour of Bellevue House National Historic Site. Experience the extensive grounds and gardens, then enter the house to further engage with the story of Canada’s first prime minister, Sir John A. Macdonald, and participate in conversations about his complex legacy and lasting impacts.
Details
Adaptable for all ages and groups
Duration: 60 to 75 minutes
This tour aligns with Ontario curriculum units in:
- Environmental Studies
- Social Studies
- History
Call or email ahead to book a time that fits your schedule
Cost: Fees can vary, please call for details
Politics of plants
The heritage grounds of the historic Bellevue House offer a perfect setting to explore the relationship between people, plants, and natural and built environments. We will discuss how partner planting, relationships and the importance of having a garden reflect on your health and well being at the time.
Details
Kindergarten to Grade 4
Duration:60 to 90 minutes
Curriculum Connections: This garden- focused program will connect your classroom to the nature of the site.
- Kindergarten Overall Expectations
- 14. Demonstrate an awareness of the natural and built environment through hands-on investigations, observations, questions, and representations of their findings
- 26. Develop an appreciation of the multiple perspectives encountered within groups, and of ways in which they themselves can contribute to groups and to group well-being.
- 29. Demonstrate an understanding of the natural world and the need to care for and respect the environment.
- Grade 1 Social Studies, Strand B. People and Environments: The Local Community
- Grade 2 Social Studies, Strand B. People and Environments: Global Communities
- Grade 3 Social Studies, Strand A. Heritage and Identity: Communities in Canada, 1780–1850
- Grade 4 Social Studies, Strand A. Heritage and Identity: Early Societies to 1500 CE
Cost: Fees can vary, please call for details
The many voices of confederation
Puzzled about the history of Bellevue House and Sir John A. Macdonald? Engage your class with an immersive program which inspires participants to contemplate the history of colonialism in Canada. Learn about the life of Canada’s first prime minister and have conversations about the impacts of his complex legacy.
Details
Grades 5 to 8
Duration: 90 to 120 minutes
Curriculum Connections: This program has a focus on Macdonald, his career, and the communities affected by his political actions.
- Grade 5 Social Studies, Strand A. Heritage and Identity: Interactions of Indigenous Peoples and Europeans prior to 1713, in What Would Eventually Become Canada
- Grade 6 Social Studies, Strand A. Heritage and Identity: Communities in Canada Past and Present.
- Grade 7 History, Strand B. Canada, 1800-1850: Conflict and Challenges.
- Grade 8 History, Strand A. Creating Canada, 1850-1890.
Cost: Fees can vary, please call for details
Custom programming
Bellevue is a perfect location to provide you with links to your curriculum. Let’s start the conversation with an inclusive approach to school group programs at Bellevue House. Call to discuss customizing a guided tour to align with your student’s unique interests, specific curriculum goals, accessibility needs and more.
Details
Adaptable for all ages and abilities.
Duration: 30 to 120 minutes
Cost: Fees can vary, please call for details
Contact us!
Phone number: 613-545-8666 ext. 208 Visitor servicesEmail address: bellevue.house@pc.gc.ca
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