Circus Sensible

Nottingham

Circus Days for Schools & Events

Circus Sensible have been providing Circus Skills Days & Big Top Days for Schools and Events in Nottingham & the Midlands, for over 25 years. BIG TOP Days with our 'baby' Big Tops, Circus Skills Workshops, Stiltwalkers, Balloon modellers and lots more. Just have a look at our testimonials page to see how well our Circus days go down.

Circus Big Top Days for Schools and Events, Nationwaide

A Circus Skills Workshop in one of our Big Tops

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“ Easy to book and totally reliable, I can't praise them enough! “
“ They did more than just teach they entertained, inspired and went ‘above and beyond “
“ Your company has provided the gold standard by which all other agencies that work in school should be judged! “
“ It was interesting to watch the 'cool' Year 6's drop their guards and throw themselves into the activities with such gusto! “
“ One of our younger children came up to me at lunchtime and shouted at me “this is the BEST DAY EVER!!! “
“ The performances and workshops fully supported our creative curriculum making learning fun and exciting “

Big Top Days

Shows in our Beautiful ‘baby’ Big Tops, Circus Skills Workshops and More. Add the WOW! factor to your event. Suitable for Schools, Festivals, Corporate Events, Fun Days, Fundraisers, Guide Camps, Parties, etc. etc. in and around Nottingham.

Prices from £1375+VAT

Big Top Days include Shows for up to 300 in our ‘baby’ Big Tops, structured Circus Skills Workshops for up to 35 at a time, or a more relaxed drop in workshop. Our Big Tops need level, well drained grass with no underground pipes or cables and with access for our van right up to the site. We need about two hours to set up and an hour to take down.

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Plate spinning at a circus skills workshop for schools

A teacher learning to Juggle scarves at one of our Circus Skills Workshops

Circus Skills Days

Structured Circus Skills days or drop-in Workshops. Starting with a Show, followed by workshops including Juggling, Diabolo, Poi, Plate spinning, Flowerstick etc etc. Other workshops also available. From £295+VAT

Structured Circus Skills Workshops are best for Schools, starting with a 30 minute Show/demonstration, followed by workshops class by class throughout the day.

Drop-in Circus Workshops are more suited to Weekend Events, Fundays and Festivals.

Circus Skills Days

Structured Circus Skills Workshops are best for Schools, starting with a 30 minute Show/demonstration, followed by workshops class by class throughout the day.

Drop-in Circus Workshops are more suited to Weekend Events, Fundays and Festivals.

Walkabout Entertainment

We have a huge range of Walkabout Acts for your Event, from Unicycling Chefs to Stiltwalking Angels. Traditional Top Hat and Tails characters and lots lots more.

balloon modelling for schools, parties and events

Mix and Mingle acts include Stiltwalkers, Close up Magicians, Incredible Balloon Modellers, Unicyclists, Jugglers, One Man Band, Strolling Musicians and more.

Suitable for Festivals, Fairs, Corporate Entertainment, Parties,
Weddings and so on. Fees start at £295+travel+VAT.

Big Top Hire

Looking for something a little bit different to the usual white marquee? Our Beautiful blue and yellow Circus tents make a great addition to any event, especially for Weddings and Festivals. Alternative tent hire to make your event that little bit different.

Available in 9, 11 and 15 metre diameters, our tents can be used open, or fully enclosed. All we need is some level, well drained grass, access for our van and plenty of cups of tea!

Big Top Hire

Available in 9, 11 and 15 metre diameters, our tents can be used open, or fully enclosed. All we need is some level, well drained grass, access for our van and plenty of cups of tea!

“ Just to thank you for an AMAZING circus day yesterday. The children and staff had a fantastic time. The enjoyment and buzz around school throughout the day was inspiring. "
“ OMG!! What a day!! Kyle, Obby and Neil were absolutely AMAZING. We all had such a ball and I haven’t laughed that much in ages. The kids had a brilliant day, every single one of them was smiling. Your guys were such a friendly bunch and very professional “
“ I loved the fact that 'I can't' just wasn't allowed and the grown ups were encouraged to push their own boundaries as an example to the kids- well done! Who knew I could hula!! “
“ It was interesting to watch the 'cool' Year 6's drop their guards and throw themselves into the activities with such gusto! “
“ One of our younger children came up to me at lunchtime and shouted at me “this is the BEST DAY EVER!!! “
“ Not only did they entertain our pupils (and staff) but actively involved them in developing a range of circus skills. The performances and workshops fully supported our creative curriculum making learning fun and exciting “
“ They did more than just teach they entertained, inspired and went ‘above and beyond “
“ Mr Sensible was fantastic. The children were captivated and found his show amazing and hilarious! “
“ Just wanted to say what a FANTASTIC day we have had today. I have never seen so many smiles on the children's faces for the whole day. Every child from our Nursery children to Year 6 (and the adults), have had a brilliant day. We wish we could have had longer!!! “
“ It was a shear joy to see the children so engaged and enthusiastic about the event“
“ Easy to book and totally reliable, I can't praise them enough! “
“ Two amazing gentlemen, 1 amazing day. Thank you “
“ Just wanted to say how wonderful The Big Top and all your team were for us on Saturday at Muncaster Castle. All our children and families had an amazing day and absolutely loved the Big Top and everything that went with it. Once again, thank you a million “
“ Professional, flexible, funny and extremely talented they engaged children and adults alike “
“ No matter what the weather was like, when we were in the tent we were in a whole new place. The three guys that came were absolutely brilliant. It was so well organised and no hassle at all. One child left school saying "that was the best day of my life" “
“ Pete was amazing and was so flexible with the day to ensure all of our children managed to get the best of every workshop. Our staff loved it too - we all learnt something new and the children loved the fact that they could something better than us! The workshops inspired our writing for the week and we have had some amazing circus-themed stories “

Previous clients include Apple, Amazon, JD Sports, Sophie Conran, Gayles Honey, Oxford University, CBBC, Hampton Court Palace, Festival Republic, Wales Institute for Sport, McDonalds, Glastonbury Festival, Cambridge Folk Festival, Manchester City FC, Manchester Airport, Durham University, Aberdeen University, UCLAN, Mister Bloom, BBC Good Food Festival, Barclays Bank, Lancaster University, London Met University plus HUNDREDS of Primary and Secondary Schools, Festivals, Girl Guide and Scout events, Fundraisers and Parties all over the UK.

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Recent Venues

Carnarvon Primary School, Bingham - Circus Workshops
Ashfield School, Kirkby-in-Ashfield - Big Top Day
Oakfield School, Nottingham - Circus Workshops
Southglade Primary & Nursery School, Nottingham - Circus Skills Workshops
The Holgate Academy, Hucknall, Notts - Circus Workshops
Elizabethan Academy, Retford, Notts - Circus Workshops
Ashfield School, Nottingham (again) - Big Top Day
Arnbrook Primary School, Nottingham - Circus Workshops
St Augustine’s Catholic Primary, Nottingham - Circus Workshops
Jacksdale Primary and Nursery School, Nottingham - Circus Workshops
Nottingham High School - Circus Workshops
Grange Primary School, Long Eaton, Notts - Big Top Day
Walesby C of E Primary School, Notts - Circus Workshops
Retford Scout & Guide Carnival, Nottinghamshire - Circus Skills Workshops
The National Church of England Academy, Hucknall, Notts - Circus Workshops

Testimonials

"Hi Clive, Just wanted to say a massive thank you from all of us here. The week was a brilliant success; the children learnt so much and loved every minute and the staff had a great time too. We received lots of positive feedback from parents and I would definitely recommend you to other schools. My class wanted to make you some thank you cards and I've posted them, so hopefully you've received them or will do soon. I'm sure you'll treasure them always! Best wishes to you and Obby, Tim, Fe and Kyle." - Katie Foster, Grayshott School, Hampshire

“OMG!! What a day!! Kyle, Obby and Neil were absolutely AMAZING. We all had such a ball and I haven’t laughed that much in ages. The kids had a brilliant day, every single one of them was smiling. Your guys were such a friendly bunch and very professional. They turned up when they said they would and were brilliant with the kids all day. Thank you so, so much!!” - Fay McCombie, St Lawrence CE Primary, Napton-on-the-Hill, Warwickshire. A Day with our ‘baby’ Big Top.

“Just wanted to say how wonderful The Big Top and all your team worked for us on Saturday at Muncaster Castle. All our children and families had an amazing day and absolutely loved the Big Top and everything that went with it. Once again, thank you a million” - Maria Moseley, When You Wish Upon A Star, Stockport, Cheshire

"A massive thank you for slotting us in for Friday on such notice. Everyone had a great time. All the acts were fabulous and great fun, enjoyed by both the students and staff. Staff were still talking about it today. Please pass my thanks on to the guys. Thank you once again” - Sania Maryam, Penn School, Buckinghamshire.

“Just a quick email to say a huge thank-you for the fantastic day provided by Circus Sensible. Quite simply, in the two weeks of various agencies providing activities at our summer school, your company has provided the gold standard by which all other agencies that work in school should be judged! From the start of the booking to the finish today the service has been nothing short of exemplary and I am already looking for the opportunity to book this again.” - Roger Boulton, University Academy, Birkenhead

“Just a short note to say just how much the children in my class have enjoyed the event. Many of the children overcame difficulties such as balance and co-ordination to achieve success. Your manner with the children was excellent, being funny, amusing and making the children strive for excellence. This has been one of the best days that the children have ever had (according to them- I can’t understand why they prefer your lessons rather than the literacy or maths lessons that I teach) Anyway, I have to say i have never laughed so much or been so proud of my bunch of children. They cannot stop talking about it. Thank you again it was a wonderful day.”
- Debbie Aldread Assistant Headteacher, Pilsley Primary

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