Clogs, Curds and Cows: A School Excursie at Clara Maria Cheese Farm

AMSTELVEEN FARM FIELD GUIDE

Clogs, Curds and Cows: A School Excursie at Clara Maria Cheese Farm

A compact, hands-on school outing in Amstelveen where children learn traditional clog- and cheese-making, try their hand at crafting cheese, taste varieties and feed cows—this guide highlights what to expect and how to plan.

Clogs, Curds and Cows: A School Excursie at Clara Maria Cheese Farm.

Duration
2 uur
Location
Amstelveen
Operator
Clara Maria Cheese Farm
Category
Farm
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
Published Verified

At Clara Maria Cheese Farm & Clog Factory in Amstelveen, the School excursie turns a simple farm visit into an educational routine of making and tasting cheese, watching how clogs are produced, feeding the cows and sliding into playtime in the hay barn—an organized two-hour program aimed at giving children direct contact with rural craft and farm life.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE CRAFT

Hands-on Cheese Making and Tasting

Children get a guided, hands-on chance to attempt cheese making and sample different varieties—an active, sensory introduction to dairy craft that anchors the visit.

THE TRADITION

Clog Demonstration and Learning

The program includes an introduction to how clogs are made, giving kids a look at traditional wooden footwear and the craft behind it.

THE FARMYARD

Feeding Cows and Hay-Barn Play

Part of the excursion is feeding the cows followed by free play in the hay barn—moments designed for hands-on interaction and unstructured fun after the activities.

What the day feels like

What the School Excursie Feels Like

The visit is direct and tactile: brief demonstrations, short supervised workshops where children try making cheese themselves, guided tasting, a chance to feed farm animals and a decompression period playing in the hay barn—designed to pack learning and play into a two-hour block.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this excursion is aimed at.

1
School groupsDesigned as a School excursie, this program is tailored to organized school visits with a short, structured two-hour format suitable for classroom groups.
2
Young childrenThe itinerary centers on hands-on activities—cheese making, tasting and feeding cows—making it well suited to younger children who benefit from tactile learning.
3
FamiliesMarked 'voor alle leeftijden' (for all ages), the visit accommodates family groups looking for an educational farm experience.
4
Teachers & EducatorsThe concise, activity-driven structure fits curricular visits focused on agriculture, food production and traditional crafts.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Duration

The School excursie is two hours long.

Meeting Location

Meet at Clara Maria Cheese Farm & Clog Factory in Amstelveen.

What to Bring

No specific gear list was provided in the supplied information.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long does the School excursie last?

The duration is 2 uur (two hours).

Where do groups meet for the excursion?

Groups meet at Clara Maria Cheese Farm & Clog Factory in Amstelveen.

What activities are included?

Children learn about clog- and cheese-making, try making cheese themselves, taste cheeses, feed cows and play in the hay barn.

Is the program suitable for all ages?

The provided information states the activity is 'voor alle leeftijden' (suitable for all ages).

When is the School excursie available?

Headline information lists availability 'Vanaf 20 mei tot en met 14 maart.'

Do children get to taste cheese?

Yes—tasting different varieties of cheese is part of the experience.