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APPROVAL BOX FEEDBACK

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Beds	"This is a fantastic service that we have now used on a number of occasions." Amanda Williamson, Stopsley High School, Luton Dec 2004 / 067	"Wonderful! I am so impressed with Starbeck Educational Resources. My approval boxes arrived quickly at school, & were filled with fantastic, affordable artefacts. I will definitely be using Starbeck again, to build up the resources for my art & design dept." Elizabeth Connell, Alameda Middle School, Bedford Nov 2003 / 009
	"An excellent range of artefacts & material objects - very stimulating to spend time perusing the approval boxes. We appreciated the opportunity & will definitely use the service again." Jean Williams, Northfield Technology College, Dunstable Nov 2003 / 007

Berks	"Utterly amazing!" Hannah Beare, Crosfield School Reading Oct 2018 / 379	"Fantastic selection, I wanted it all!!" Ellen Dennett, Kingsclere Primary school, Newbury Oct 2008 / 198
	"Thank you so much for the wonderful resources that Starbeck have provided us with. The art rooms will be filled with inspiration now! Fantastic, quick & efficient service & the pupils will definitely love having a new range of resources to help them with their upcoming projects." Georgina Adby, Baylis Court School, Slough Mar 2011 / 247	"The Starbeck company allows you to buy items you wouldn't normally find in classrooms. Their resources are interesting & original." Emma Coffin, The Clere School, Newbury Mar 2005 / 079
	"We set up various tableaux as part of a 'Culture' project for our AS Level students. The objects and artefacts provided by Starbeck are crucial for pupil appreciation of a wide range of art and crafts from different continents around the world. The Introduction of the International Baccalaureate for pupils post 16 in 2008 means that Starbeck, with it's emphasis on celebrating internationalism and fair trade, is an absolute asset for Art departments." Laurence Hedges, Director of Art, Wellington College Sep 2007 / 167	"As a resource centre, we were delighted to find such a flexible service as your approval boxes. The pieces were reasonably priced & it made the task of setting up artefact boxes for schools to borrow all the easier." Mrs Ruth Norris, Windsor Nov 2004 / 065

Bristol

"A great service, I wish we could afford to buy more!"
Adrian Wilson, St Bernard's Catholic Primary School, Bristol
Apr 2004 / 034

"What a wonderful resource. I wish we could have bought everything you sent. It was difficult to select!"
Rachel Phillips, Briarfield Centre, Bristol
Jan 2005 / 073

"I was very impressed by the approval box service & shall use you again. Very efficient."
Andrea Hazlehurst, The Castle School, Bristol
Nov 2003 / 001

"The box genuinely inspired interest & curiosity from our reception class right through to year 6."
Adrian Willson, St Bernard's Catholic Primary School, Shirehampton
Nov 2003 / 012

Bucks

"Thank you so much for this wonderful resource! The children were fascinated to see things that they had been learning about. We were very impressed with the high level of service throughout & will definitely make use of your resoucres again."
Emily Thomas, Priory Rise Primary School, Milton Keynes
May 2019 / 392

"An excellent range of products. Wish we could afford more! A super stimuli."
Lucy Fricker, Royal Latin School, Buckingham
Apr 2004 / 039

Cambs	"A super resource. We used these in an Art lesson when sketching sea creatures and shells for our bucket & spades topic. We also used this in an RE lesson when talking about the natural world & creation (the uniqueness of creation). Examples of how other teachers have used the resources would be great, even activity sheets to use alongside would be great." Carley Steward, The Peterborough School May 2017 / 362	"Excellent resources at prices a small group can afford." Hilary Allen, New Road Playgroup, Over June 2006 / 123
	"I found the contents in the boxes wide-ranging & good value for money. I particularly like the textiles featured especially in the India box." Glynis Geeson, Ely St John's School, Ely Jan 2004 / 026

Cheshire	"Fantastic idea - all staff agreed it was useful to see resources before buying. Some artefacts gave us new ideas for planning. We will be using this company again! Thank you!" Stephanie Christie, St Michael's Catholic Primary School, Widnes Nov 2016 380	"We love Starbeck. Everything about the company - their service, the quality of the artefacts, the friendly voice on the phone - everything is fab. The resources enhance any department extending the students' learning as they work with observational resources." Michelle Longmore-Spillett, Whitby High School, Ellesmere Port Nov 2015 / 319
	"The replica artefacts we ordered from Starbeck are fantastic. Great quality, service & price. I wish I could have had more! Brilliant service, arrived when due, contents fantastic. Thank you." Larae Campbell, Delamere Primary School, Kelsall Sep 2016 330
	"Fabulous resources - just wish I had unlimited funds!" Julie Crossley, Whitby High School, Ellesmere Port Jun 2011 / 253	"Very efficient service!" Clare Anderson, Blessed Thomas Holford College, Altrincham Sep 2004 / 058
	"The resources that we received from Starbeck were absolutely superb & these allowed us to give our GCSE students a really flying start to their exams. The quality of the masks & seashells was superb & the variety was astonishing. I am sure we will get a great deal of pleasure & use out of the resources for many years to come." Debra Inman, King's School, Macclesfield Feb 2010 / 226	"Fantastic, inspiring resources. A wonderful service which was easy to use & also very professional & efficient! We will definitely be using Starbeck again & we have spread the word." Mrs Tracy Bowden, St Wilfred's Primary School, Warrington Mar 2007 / 151
	"Very efficient & easy to use service. Really good to be able to see, touch & hear artefacts before purchasing - especially important when working with pupils with special needs." Susan Miles, Russett School, Northwich Dec 2003 / 011	"Christmas came early to Manley School! We all enjoyed opening the boxes & the selection of artefacts was inspirational." Lyn McNamara, Manley School, Cheshire Dec 2003 / 013

County Durham	"We are thoroughly impressed with the fast & efficient delivery service. It was just like Christmas opening our box of resources. The choice & selection of resources sent for approval was fantastic & has saved hours of work browsing through catalogues & processing orders. A life saver - thank you!" Mrs G Wild, Egglescliffe Primary School, Egglescliffe May 2006 / 119	"We have been very impressed by the service in terms of range & variety of resources & ease of use. It is so much better to see what is on offer, than choose from catalogues." Judith Stirk, Peases West Primary School, Crook Jun 2005 / 094
		"An excellent service, especially for schools away from the large towns. We had a thoroughly brilliant time looking through the box - like children at Christmas! " Liz Gill, Wearhead Primary School, Co Durham May 2004 / 042

Cornwall

"A really lovely experience receiving a box of treasures. We have enjoyed looking through & selecting"
Art Dept, Richard Lander School, Truro
Jan 2017 336

Cumbria	"This has given the pupils the opportunity to handle artefacts and use their senses to advaance their learning experiences. It has been a fatastic way to deliver learning across the curriculum using artefacts in food tech, literacy, DT etc. A great way to inspire imagination." Francis Zielinski, Sandgate School, Kendal Mar 2016 / 327	"A wealth of resources at competitive prices. A hidden gem. More people need to know about Starbeck." Francis Zielinski, Sandgate School, Kendal Oct 2016 331
		"Wow! A wonderful selection of items. Thabk you for such a fast delivery." Miss J Dollett, Beckstone Primary School, Harrington Jan 2016 / 322
	"Such a fantastic box, a great mix of Indian items - have recommended to everyone on the course; will definitely be back." Louise Robinson, Cumbria Primary Teacher Training, Workington Jan 2012 / 266	"No suggestions for improvement, but just wanted to say a big 'thanks' for sending such a gorgeous selection of resources to choose from!" Claire, CDEC, Ambleside Jul 2014 / 308
	Starbeck is an excellent service. I was able to view a variety of fantastic resources, which were suitable for my topic. I am very pleased with the quality of the resources I have chosen and will be in touch again. Thank you!" Keeley Foster, Vickerstown Primary School, Barrow Jun 2016	"Excellent service & good quality resources at excellent prices. Great Value!" Lisa Hill, Grasslot Infant School, Maryport Oct 2006 / 129

Derbyshire	"Excellent service & always friendly & professional to deal with. Fantastic resources & prizes that are unsual & enthuse students. The go to company for the more unsusual & exotic teaching resources." Anna Green, Netherthorpe School, Staveley May 2017 / 363	"The items I have taken are great, it's what our school needs. Will be in contact with you for further goods, thanks. Keep doing what you are doing." Zareena Mahmood, Holbrook School for Autism Feb 2015 / 314
	"Extremely efficient service with amazing artefacts at super prices." Liz Greenwood, Rosliston Primary School, Swadlincote Jul 2015 / 317	"Wish I could have spent more!" Jill Harnden, Albert Village Primary School, Swadlincote Jun 2009 / 211
	"A fantastic service - prompt & personal." Jackie Littlechild, Brimington Junior School, Chesterfield Dec 2011 / 264	"Great resources! Would've taken me hours to get what I wanted individually. A great time saver that it's all in once place! And good value too." Katie Dennis, Brimington Manor Infant School, Chesterfield Dec 2011 / 262
	"Wow, what a beautiful collection of drapes & materials. I have had several different approval boxes & have never been disappointed. It's always like opening a box of treasures!" Emma Goodall, Children First Nursery, Chesterfield Sep 2011 / 256	"A fabulous & unique service. Unbeatable in terms of quality & diversity. We will be using you again!" Louise Hilland, Derby Museum & Art Gallery May 2007 / 157

Devon	"Absolutely fantastic service & artefacts. Peter, you are a delight to speak to on the phone; it can make a teacher's day a lot more enjoyable. Would recommend for a stress free service! " Hannah Willard, Watcombe Primary School, Torquay	"Great service with great products. Thank you." Sandra Elson, Queen Elizabeth School, Crediton Oct 2017 / 365
	"Wonderful to be able to look at & choose objects!" Julia Mansfield, Knowles Hill School, Newton Abbott Mar 2007 / 152	"Fabulous!" Sarah Bradley, Newton Ferrers CE School, Plymouth Jan 2008 / 174
	"Starbeck have enabled us to bring the world into the classroom. Our theme & cultural weeks wouldn't be the same without them!" Mandy Stokes, Kelly College, Tavistock Feb 2007 / 147	"The service is fantastic & we will continue to use it. We wish we'd known about you before." Keely Reed, St James School, Exeter March 2006 / 116

East Yorkshire

"It took steely discipline not to purchase everything! It was a total delight."
Pat Schlechter, West End Children's Unit, Hull
Dec 2005 / 108

"Thank you so much for your prompt delivery. Great quality of items too."
Helen Caplin, Snaith Primary School, Goole
Jan 2016 / 323

Essex	"Fabulous service - I discussed our requirements over the phone with Peter & arranged for the boxes to be delivered within 2 days. It took considerably longer to go through the topic boxes to decide on the items we would like to keep! Some lovely artefacts for the children to examine & discuss." Kerry Beere, Oakwood Infant School, Clacton Nov 2017 / 369	"A great service & super products, will definitely use Starbeck again." Esther Betterton, East Bergholt High School, Colchester Jun 2015 / 316
		"Excellent service! Recommend to everyone I know!" Kerry Jones, Cecil Jones College, Southend Oct 2013 / 297
	"An ease free service, a great variety of choice. Will use again." Michelle Steel, Eastwood Academy, Leigh on Sea Dec 2012 / 282	"Speedy service & an excellent selection of artifacts. Would definitely recommend their service!" Kerry Marcuccilli, Beam Primary School, Dagenham Jun 2013 / 291
	"We now have bright well-stocked RE resources which should generate 'awe & wonder'." Janet Matthews, William Martin Junior School, Harlow May 2012 / 270	"Thanks for a great service, really interesting selection of objects!" A Leman, Southend High School for Girls Dec 2012 / 279
	"An excellent service, I would happily recommend the web site & efficient service to all colleagues. A wonderful selection of multicultural artefacts & drapes." Ursula Murphy, St Ursula's Catholic Junior School, Romford Feb 2011 / 244	"So much variety giving an insight into different cultures for adults & children alike. Quality authentic goods at a very reasonable price." Helen Kelly, Little Thurrock Primary School, Grays Mar 2011 / 251
	"Fantastic service not only in idea but in ease of process & ordering. Will certainly be using Starbeck again." Natalie Beaumont, Great Dunmow Primary School, Essex Jan 2009 / 202	"Very good service!" Emma Bloomfield, Westcliffe on Sea Jun 2009 / 212
	"Fantastic Service!" Jenny Carlton, Great Baddow High School, Chelmsford Sep 2008 / 190	"What an easy way to sort out good teaching resources for the department!" Helen Thomas, Southend High School for Girls Oct 2008 / 194
	"Excellent selection of instruments sent on approval. We'd love them all if the music budget was larger! Very efficient service - great idea." Julie Bull, Milldene Primary School, Tiptree June 2006 / 126	"The service is fine. Nice things & efficient, certainly friendly & helpful." Mike Webster, Anglo-European School, Ingatestone Jul 2007 / 162
	"Beautifully packed! Exciting! Inspiring! An excellent service!" Peter Watson, Manningtree High School, Colchester Nov 2005 / 104	"Headteacher very impressed with items - a very useful resource." Langtons Infants School, Hornchurch Junior School Jul 2004 / 050
	"A super service. Friendly & helpful. Thanks." David Rees, St Cedd's Primary School, Southminster Nov 2003 / 008	"This has been a very quick & efficient way of selecting resources that are matched to both our needs & budget!" Abbi Evans, Grove Junior School, Nailsea Dec 2004 / 070

Glos	"We have had several boxes from Starbeck & they have always engaged our children in their learning particularly as we teach in a cross-curricular way. Our latest Saxon box was the usual high standard & we loved artefacts such as the doll, drinking horn & helmet. Thank you again!" Rachael Modaley, Oakridge Parochial School, Stroud May 2018 / 375	"A brilliant range of natural objects suitable for everyone to draw. Plentiful & inspiring collection of masks with lots of textures & colours, fascinating! Thank you so much." Ursula Westwood, Bredon School, Tewkesbury Oct 2017 / 367
		"Fantastic box! We loved the totem pole, teepee scene & headdress particularly. It supported the children in their learning (writing) making their topic "tribes" more engaging." Rachael Modaley, Oakridge Parochial School, Stroud Oct 2018 / 378
	"I am always impressed by the service Starbeck offers - helpful, friendly & efficient, with a wealth of inspiring artefacts." Pauline Chidlaw, Stonehouse Apr 2009 / 206	"We were delighted with the service & the contents of the boxes & will certainly be using the service again!" Chris Bristow, Milton Manor Primary School, Tewkesbury Jul 2008 / 186
	"Excellent service!" Austen O'Hanlon, Archway School, Stroud Feb 2008 / 178	"The India approval box was full of amazing treasures. So much inspiration for our Arts Week." Mrs Anona Greening, Woodmancote Primary School, Cheltenham Feb 2008 / 179
	"What a super service - a great selection that will help our topic enormously." K A Tutty, Bluecoat School, Wootton-under-Edge May 2006 / 115

Hants	"The box was excellent & inspired my year 8 students to produce India inspired prints. Very friendly service & much more cost effective than any other resource box service I researched." Juliette Wakeland, Churcher's College, Petersfield Nov 2012 / 277	"Incredibly pleased with the ease of service & the excellent range of resources. Students loved the brightly coloured posters & textiles." Maria Brigid-Ryan, Baycroft School, Fareham Jun 2012 / 275
	"The boxes were fantastic. A lovely visual resource for our Art students." Nicola Powell, Cove School, Farnborough Oct 2015 / 321	"The ease of ordering & speed of service was excellent. The Christianity approval box arrived promptly & as our new schools federation evolves you will be our first choice for further orders." Elsa Williams, Copythorne Infant School, Southampton Feb 2012 / 268
	"Brilliant collection, thank you." C J Mackin, Amery Hill School, Alton May 2012 / 271
	"We think Starbeck are fantastic. The website is easy to navigate & the service is superb. Thank you very much. " Imelda Simons, Shirley Infant School, Southampton Jun 2010 / 234	"What a tantalising box of artefacts, it was very easy to spend the £100 allowance, twice over! The products were of excellent quality & are of riveting interest to children from Reception to Year 6. They really illustrate how necessity breeds invention." Liz Kern, St John's Cathedral Catholic Primary School, Portsmouth Jun 2010 / 235
	"Fantastic facility!" Jayne Stillman, HIAS, Southampton Oct 2010 / 239
	"Absolutely brilliant. I can't thank you enough for your quick service & for the lovely choice of artefacts. The staff & children were delighted." Imelda Simons, Shirley Infant School, Southampton Jul 2007 / 163	"Excellent service - thank you. Such a shame I couldn't afford it all! I shall be in touch shortly to hopefully organise a sale at our school" Peter Beare, St Mark's Junior School, Southampton Feb 2008 / 180
	"I am using these products with 7 teachers who are going to hold workshops with teachers across Hampshire." Jayne Stillman, HIAS, Southampton Nov 2006 / 135	"Well priced items. Efficient, friendly service." Georgina Mulhall, Solent Junior School, Portsmouth May 2007 / 156
	"Good service. All objects intact & well presented & labelled. Pleasing selection to view." Jackie Michel, St Peter's Catholic Primary School, Winchester March 2006 / 113	"Excellent choice, you make it so easy to resource things which are so hard to come by." Katherine Burrows, Wildern Secondary School, Southampton Jun 2005 / 091
	"A fast efficient service with fantastic resources." Michelle Comporte, King Copse Primary School, Southampton Jun 2005 / 087	"Starbeck has been an invaluable resource for cultural based projects. I recommend them to anyone." Davina Bell, Southampton Jun 2005 / 088
	"Wonderful source of artefacts for children who would otherwise have no first-hand experience of the wonders of the world!" Sarah Long, Flying Bull Primary School, Portsmouth Jul 2004 / 055	"An excellent range of objects." Liz Evans, Brookfield School, Southampton Dec 2004 / 068
	"Extremely prompt service & great customer service. Would recommend to anyone & have done so." RE Dept, Portsmouth Grammar School Dec 2003 / 017	"The boxes are very colourful & give the buyers the opportunity of choosing products from a good range of prices." Mrs S Parker, Baycroft School, Stubbington Jan 2004 / 025

Herefordshire

"Thank you so much for the prompt service. Even with the school Christmas holidays, you managed to send the insects for us to use during the first week of term!!"
Donna Yandle, Bishop of Hereford Bluecoat School, Hereford
Jan 2014 / 300

Herts	"I am so pleased to have found this website. I have recommended it to all of my colleagues & will definitely use it again. The artefacts arrived in perfect condition & were exactly what I needed. Thank you so much Starbeck!" Kirstie Middleditch, Sawbridgeworth Dec 2009 / 221	"I've just received the two boxes I ordered yesterday, and I'm delighted! I'd asked for natural materials that would provide a good tactile experience for blind and partially sighted people & the contents of the boxes have been hand-picked to do just that. An amazing service & superb value. I can't recommend you highly enough." Roz Chalmers, Vocal Eyes, Watford Dec 2012 / 281
Herts	"Delighted with the wide variety of unusual resources you provide." Emma Neville, Bishops Stortford College Junior School Apr 2004 / 040	"Fantastic quality, variety & price - love it! Love it! Love it!" Beverley Smith, St Luke's School, Redbourn Jan 2009 / 201

Ireland

"Beautiful products, It's so easy to contact Starbeck. I would recommend using this service to teachers. I also really commend the company for recycling the packaging as much as possible."
Mary FitzGerald, Bridgetown College, Co Wexford
Oct 2017 / 368

Kent	"Fantastic service - thank you for posting so quickly & for sending items that we suggested. Really impressed with this unique service. Will be using again! Thank you Starbeck. " Kathryn Turner, Folkestone School for Girls Jun 2018 / 376	"We have built a strong relationship with the people at Starbeck. They always go out of their way to provide resources which are of a high standard." T Brennan, Harris Academy Falconwood, Welling Jan 2019 / 385
	"I have been using Starbeck for the past 5 years & your resources have improved the Art room immeasurably. Thank you so much. You have enriched the lives of the children. " Sam Martindale, Northbourne Park School, Deal Sep 2014 / 311	"Thank you! This is a great service with friendly staff. Opening the box was like opening an Aladdin's cave! There are lots of interesting artefacts for our Ancient Egyptian topic. The class will enjoy having hands on experience." Demelza Whatty, Granville School, Sevenoaks Apr 2016 / 328
	"This is a fantastic service allowing children to appreciate other cultures. The artifacts are wonderful. I'm so pleased I found out about you." Sam Martindale, Northbourne Park School, Deal Sep 2011 / 257	"Starbeck's is the highlight of the year for me. The artefacts are wonderful & the pupils love to see the new displays. A wonderful resource. Thank you." Sam Martindale, Northbourne Park School, Deal Oct 2012 / 294
	"When we opened the box we were so excited to see such an authentic & colorful range of artefacts. Thank you for being so accommodating, we really appreciate it & we are looking forward to when we are next fortunate enough to make our next order." Siobhan Lovelock, Wrotham School, Tonbridge Feb 2010 / 224	"An Excellent range of first hand stimuli! An easy & friendly service!" Siobhan Campbell, Dartford Girl's Grammar School Oct 2009 / 217
		"Inspiring resources, efficient & friendly service, as always!" Moira Lucas, Tonbridge Sep 2009 / 216
	"We absolutely love the huge range of materials, the quality of the products & all of it comes with a smile & a great professional body! If you need extra helpers to collect shells from foreign beaches - we'd help!! Peter, Stewart & everyone involved - thank you so much! Our art department has risen from the ashes of photocopies & we are now flying on all cylinders. Our pupils have been inspired by your products! Thank you just doesn't cover it! Andrea Bovee, Marsh Academy, New Romney Oct 2008 / 197	"Really exciting boxes - great stimuli for a wealth of uses! Prompt delivery & easy to arrange collection. I would definitely recommend!" Karen Lawrence, Thurnham Infant School, Maidstone Oct 2010 / 240
		"Great service, great goods!" Naomi Ali, Brenzett CE School, Romney Marsh Jun 2009 / 210
	"Good quality products. Efficient & easy to use service. Would recommend & use again." Yvonne Meredith, St Nicholas School, Canterbury Jul 2007 / 161	"The resources are brilliant & have really enriched our projects." Siobhan Campbell, Dartford Grammar School Jul 2008 / 188
	"An excellent service, very helpful & lovely products." Catherine Wickham, Hunton Primary School, Maidstone Apr 2007 / 155	"An excellent efficient service with excellent resources." Siobhan Campbell, Dartford Grammar School Jul 2007 / 160
	"Fantastic, rich resources. They played a valuable starting point in our Africa themed week." Miss S Campbell, Dartford Grammar School July 2006 / 128	"Love your prompt service. Opening your boxes is always so exciting!" Aly Ward, Hawkinge Primary School, Folkestone Mar 2007 / 154
	"Starbeck provides an excellent service - allowing quick, easy & affordable access to quality resources for all k/stages & exam groups." Mr E Joyce, Langley Park School for Girls, Beckenham Jun 2005 / 089	"The treasures of Starbeck put a little bit of sparkle into a damp November day." Helen Beck, Knockhall Primary School, Greenhithe Nov 2005 / 105
	"I have used Starbeck for 8 years & have stocked 3 different schools with a variety of artefacts from African masks to Hindu wedding outfits. The children love touching the items & Ofsted love the diversity of cultural artefacts. All areas of the curriculum can benefit from Starbeck's items." Heather Lazzeri, Gordon Infant School, Rochester Nov 2003 / 002	"A simple efficient service, Just what a busy art & design co-ordinator needs ! Being able to inspect the actual artefacts has been a real bonus. I look forward to adding to our multicultural artefacts annually." Mrs F Laurie, Birkbeck Primary School, Sidcup Dec 2003 / 015

Lancs	"Fantastic service! Amazing resources! Great value for money! The best cultural resources for Art / Textile / Technology / Music / RE departments." Mrs J White, Tauheedul Islamic Girls' School, Blackburn May 2012 / 273	"Great Service. Beautiful products. Would love more Japanese." Art Dept, Royton & Crompton School, Oldham Jan 2015 / 313
	"Thanks again for a brilliant, quality service." Natalie Clarke, Bluecoat School, Oldham Dec 2008 / 200	"A super range of resources." Katherine Smith, St James Lanehead Primary School, Burnley Mar 2010 / 230
	"I wish I had heard about this site years ago. What a fantastic resource. Excellent artefacts & surprisingly fast delivery. We can't wait to teach world religions this year." Mrs Carol Gregson, St Mary's Catholic College, Blackpool Oct 2005 / 103	"Brilliant service! So much choice from a selection of quality resources that are normally impossible to source." Natalie Clark, Bluecoats School, Oldham Sep 2008 / 191

Leics	"Thank you very much for delivering the approval box in time. Service was excellent." Bhanu Patel, Rushey Mead primary School, Leicester Dec 2010 / 241	"This is a fantastic service for anyone who wishes to provide an excellent education foryoung people. As an art teacher, many lessons are presented on a power point slide. This service is a brilliant way to get students engaged & get them experiencing objects first hand instead of through a screen." Mary Bridgood, Leicester Mar 2014 / 301
Leics	"Prompt service & good quality artefacts." Mary Bryceland, Multicultural Resource Centre, Leicester Dec 2003 / 020	"Superb selection, something to suit all abilities." Debby Orange, Ash Field School, Leicester Dec 2006 / 140

Lincs	"Thank you for sending us the Aboriginal Art approval box. It was exciting to unpack & look at the colourful range of objects. They have proved to be very popular with the students." Colleen Shaw, Hereford Technology School, Grimsby Sep 2006 / 130	"Wow! What a great experience for our pupils! Thank you!." Chelsea Sandbrook, Manor Leas Junior Academy, Lincoln Feb 2019 / 387
		"What a fantastic range of items, we were hard pressed to choose which to keep & which to return." Colleen Shaw, Hereford Technology College, Grimsby Mar 2008 / 182
	"The boxes were fantastic, so many interesting items which enhanced my teaching!" Sarah Monahan, Ingham Primary School, Lincoln Mar 2004 / 031	"We were thrilled with the contents of the China box. Far exceeded our expectations - & so quick." Mrs B Orr, Broughton Infant School, Brigg Feb 2005 / 074

London	"Great service, super speedy, takes all of the hard work out of finding resources." Kyla Smith, Oaklands Primary School, Biggin Hill Mar 2017 / 361	"An excellent resource. Thnak you!" Joanna Scott, St Olave's Prep School, London SE9 Feb 2018 / 373
		"Fantastic resource! " St Mary's CE Primary School, Hornsey N8 Oct 2017 / 366
	"Would it be possible to receive a little bit of information what the objects are & their purpose? Very impressed with the wide range of objects. Lovely quality & very good value." Nora Thurkle, Kilmorie Primary School, London SE23 Jann 2017 338 (We're working on it and want to do this asap when time allows.)	"Excellent service! Super friendly staff, very quick turn around, high quality artefacts. we will definitely be using this company again & we will be recommending to fellow teachers." Sarah Cropper, Dulverton Primary School, London SE9 Sep 2016 330
	"Excellent resources as usual. Authentic artefacts delivered quickly, with a simple sale or return system. Thank you." Michelle Hector, Lathom Junior School, London E6 Sep 2016 329	"Absolutely amazing! We ordered the Victorian approval box. Super, speedy delivery! Quick & easy to order & return. Friendly & helpful staff. Fabulous artefacts! Will definitely use again." Danielle Reekie, Bandon Hill Primary School, Carshalton Oct 2014 / 312
	"Fabulous, high quality resources - friendly service & very efficient - will be buying more!" Emma Powell, St Mary's Primary School, Putney Jul 2012 / 293	"Great fabric, lovely to have a look at such a wide choice & be able to choose." S Warne, Essex Primary School, London Jan 2013 / 283
	"Absolutely love the approval box. We think it's a fantastic idea which is equally matched by the service. Masks play a huge part in our GCSE curriculum so in the future we will be looking to improve our inventory further, hopefully with masks of a wider variety of shapes if that is in any way possible?" Tom Day, Sacred Heart High School, Wealdstone* Mar 2013 / 288 * We're on the case!	"The artefacts were of a really high quality & will make a massive difference to the art work the children produce. They are so visually stimulating, it will really help to develop their observational skills & will ensure progression in drawing, painting, sculpture & print-making." Rosemary Bignell, Art Consultant, London Dec 2011 / 265
	"The Service was amazingly simple & efficient with a dazzling array of inspirational resources." Justine Skinner, North London Collegiate Junior School, Edgware Sep 2011 / 259	"Love the approval box service - so nice to have a selection to choose from. What a great idea." Elaine Standish, Education Dept, National Maritime Museum, Greenwich Aug 2011 / 255
	"Fantastic products & service. The kids & staff all love them. Thank you for bringing our art lesson alive!" Lisa Moore, Lee Manor Primary School, London SE13 Mar 2011 / 250	"Excellent service & a great way of finding resource materials efficiently & effectively." Glenn Smart, Dulwich College Prep School, London Sep 2010 / 237
	"We were so excited about the approval boxes. It's been exactly right for us. I have recommended it to other schools. It's really perfect to get to select the objects from what's in front of you rather than selecting from a web site." Art Dept, Eltham College, London SE9 Oct 2007 / 171	"We needed items for a floor sculpture & the approval box you sent was perfect & great value." Elizabeth Crane, Marion Richardson Primary School, London E1 May 2009 / 207
		"A good selection for drawing & 3D work." Elspeth Law, Foresthill School, London SE23 Jan 2009 / 203
	"I was absolutely amazed at the range & quantity. My colleagues were delighted & thought Christmas had come again. If all goes well, we'll be buying some more." Anthony Yarwood, Ellen Wilkinson Primary School, London Jan 2007 / 144	"The boxes sent contained such an interesting mix of items. We thoroughly enjoyed looking through & choosing what we needed. A super efficient service, we will definitely be trying new boxes next term!" Marijke Fletcher, Hither Green Primary School, London Mar 2007 / 150
	"Great service, huge selection of products." Paul Morrow, College Park School, London W2 Jan 2006 / 112	"I wish I had the budget to keep all of it! Hopefully I will be able to order more things from you in the future years. A beautiful collection of objects & artefacts." Mrs Nina Wheatle, Holy Trinity Primary School, London SE23 May 2006 / 117
	"Very good system." David Mumby, Latymer Upper School, London W6 Jul 2005 / 096
	"It's really exciting when the box arrives & the children help open it & unwrap the objects!" Ursula Prosser, N Westminster School, London W9 Jun 2005 / 085	"Excellent range of inspiring resources & artefacts that prompted lots of interest." Kate Evans, Advice & Inspection, London Borough of Sutton Dec 2005 / 107
	"This is a brilliant idea. I wish I could have bought more, I will recommend it to other schools. It is so easy to use." Rebecca Tilley, Oaktree School, London N14 Apr 2005 / 082	"The materials & artefacts Peter identified for us have made a tremendous contribution to our production of Macbeth. Not only was the help I received with my ideas friendly & helpful, the awareness & creativity with which those ideas were extended in new directions was invaluable: worth much more than a credit in the programme!" Jim Reynolds, Preston Manor High School, Wembley Jun 2005 / 093
	"Excellent - it was wonderful. It was like Christmas." Rachel Josebury, Carterhatch Infant School, Enfield May 2004 / 045
	"Very professional, very prompt & really good quality artefacts. I like the fact you recycle the packaging too, I'll definitely pass your information on to colleagues." Amber Cole, Goldbeater's Primary School, Edgware Jul 2004 / 053	"The box was full of the most wonderful things and I would have loved to have bought everything." Lyndsey Bell, William of York Primary School, London SE23 Apr 2004 / 037
	"Lovely selection, you make it so easy to choose resources." Nicky Delamore, Waverley School, Enfield Feb 2004 / 029	"Starbeck gives a good service with really attractive & interesting resources." Gill Norris, Gordonbrook School, London SE4 Jul 2004 / 052
	"A broad range of high quality artefacts & objects from different cultures. A cry of delight went up from the teachers when they saw them. The quality of the stimulus affects the quality of the art work produced. As an art adviser I recommend schools to use them to support their art & design schemes of work." Rosemary Bignell, Art Consultant, London Dec 2003 / 021	"Friendly, helpful service - prompt, efficient delivery & pick-up. Great resources!" Alison Jenkins, South Grove Primary School, London E17 Jan 2004 / 023

Manchester	"We loved the resources, particularly being able to buy & keep the artefacts." Tracy Swift, Winstanley Primary School, Wigan May 2019 / 389	"What a fantastic service! You have saved me hours of precious time searching for artefacts. Thank you so much." Helena Whipp, St Bede's Prep School, Manchester Jan 2016 / 324
	"First time we have used this service - fantastic. Prompt arrival of box, great selection, good price, easy return service. We'll be using you again." Emily de Vere, Withington Girls' School, Manchester Sep 2011 / 258

Merseyside	"Excellent artefacts. I would have bought more if the budget was bigger! " A Wignall, Monksdown Primary School, Liverpool Dec 2012 / 278	"An excellent service! The items we have ordered are making a huge difference to our curriculum." Dave Catt, Halewood Primary School, Liverpool Sep 2018 / 377
	"We are so impressed with the efficient & helpful service at Starbeck. The range of artefacts is wonderful & will help make our learning environment exciting & vibrant." Woolton Primary School, Liverpool Jul 2012 / 276	"Artefacts were of good quality & excellent value for money." Mrs Eileen Guy, Much Woolton Catholic Primary School, Liverpool Nov 2007 / 173
	"Marvelous generous service." Brenda Muller, Excellence in Liverpool Teacher Resource Centre Dec 2003 / 018	"What a fantastic resource box. Friendly, knowledgeable & efficient service." Steven Dixon, Cherryfield Primary School, Kirkby Nov 2006 / 136

Norfolk

"Great range of artefacts & very prompt service."
W A Tebbutt, Lyng Primary School, Norwich
May 2006 / 118

"Great Service, saved lots of time, great resources. We really enjoyed going through our boxes & feel that the otems we have selected for our pupils will inspire some great work & support their ideas. We are looking to host a sale day in the next academic year in our new Academy building."
Geraldine Guilfoyle, Thetford Academy
Mar 2013 / 287

"Superb resources delivered very promptly - an excellent service!"
Simon Wright, Neatherd School, Dereham
March 2006 / 111

"Fantastic Service!"
Scott Stuart, Charles Burrell High School, Thetford
Jun 2004 / 046

North Wales

"A fabulous set of artefacts. Great that you can choose individual items to purchase. We really value this as a small rural primary with a limited budget, thanks. Will definitley use again. Great service & communication too. "
Mrs Catherine Jones, Francysyllte Primary School, Wrexham
Sep 2019 / 393

North Yorkshire	"An excellent service, boxes are interesting & well packaged. They arrived promptly - just wish my budget was bigger." Susan Ison, Risedale School, Catterick Garrison May 2010 / 233	"This is an amazing service. I am really pleased with the box & the items are fantastic. This box enhanced learning of South America so much. The next best thing to taking my whole class!" Rebecca Maiden, Meadowside Primary School, Knaresborough. Sep 2013 / 295
	"Lovely things - many thanks. Excellent service." Susan Ison, Risedale Community College, Catterick Garrison Oct 2008 / 195	"Super resources & very helpful staff." Kate McEvoy, St Peter's Brafferton Primary School, York Nov 2009 / 219
	"Thank you for this impressive service! Our children have really enjoyed, feeling, wearing, banging, playing & discussing all the artefacts in the 2 boxes we have had. Your items have greatly added to our themes. We only wished we had ordered more." Wendy Thickett, The Grange Partnership, Harrogate Aug 2007 / 166	"Excellent resources - very useful & informative." Emily Kay, Kirkby & Great Broughton Primary School, Stokesley May 2008 / 183
	"Brilliant - the students were really excited & even wanted to buy some themselves." Kath Mackenzie, Bedale High School Feb 2005 / 075	"A great learning experience for the whole school." Helen Fletcher, St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Harrogate Jun 2005 / 092
	"An excellent range of unusual artefacts at very affordable prices." Emily Warren, Kirkby & Great Broughton Primary School, Stokesley Nov 2003 / 006	"What a fantastic Service - I ordered the Jewish box after 5pm Monday - it was here before school ended on Tuesday! The quality & price of the resources is excellent." Caroline Crummack, Oatlands Infant School, Harrogate May 2004 / 043

Northants

"Fantastic Service. One telephone call, the boxes arrived as promised, & were excellent quality. Well packaged. Ordering system easy to use. Lovely variety of artefacts."
Alison Buckley, Northants Co Council, Learning Achievement & School Improvement
May 2009 / 208

"Great. Speedy delivery."
Kings Heath Primary Academy, Northampton
Jul 2014 / 304

Northern
Ireland

"A great selection of items and plenty of time to consider what to spend limited budgets on. A marvelous service."
James Bradley, Seaview Primary School, Ballymena Mar 2004 / 032

Northumberland

"These objects will make a great addition to our pre-history workshop kit & our loans box service here at Northumberland National Park."
Rachel Baron, The Sill, Hexham
May 2019 / 391

"Excellent service, fast, friendly delivery & Brilliant resources - will use you again."
D Worrall, New Delaval First School, Blyth
Oct 2006 / 131

Notts	"Most impressed, super fast delivery & lots of lovely items, just like Christmas! May not be possible, but I could have done with some smaller cheaper pottery sculptures. Thank you for such an impressive service...will be back!" Anna Morrow, Trent College, Nottingham Nov 2013 / 299	"It was like Christmas had come early as we excitedly unwrapped the treasures in our 2 approval boxes! A very prompt delivery to school & we are really looking forward to using the artefacts to do some real hands on history with our children." Maria Lowndes, Robert Shaw Primary School, Nottingham Dec 2016 335
	"An excellent service - so easy to use & very convenient." Tanya Goldsmith, Magnus CE School, Newark Feb 2013 / 285	"I was extremely impressed with the fast response I had when I requested an approval box. The quality & range of resources are excellent." Nadine Lacey, Norbridge Primary School, Worksop Mar 2010 / 227
	"The boxes were great fun to look through & I'm sure our children will love the artefacts we have kept." Julie Brookes, Milford Primary School, Nottingham Jun 2004 / 048

Oxon	"Fabulous service." Vicky Lees, West Kidlington Primary School, Oxford Jun 2016 329	"Fabulous! We'll def be back for more." Lucy Harris, Allotts School, Henley on Thames Feb 2011 / 246
	"I found the resources really good & inspiring for the children." Rebecca Mann, Windale Primary School, Oxford Oct 2006 / 133
	"A great service, it has been invaluable during our International weeks & for cross curricular work. Such a variety of good artefacts available." Tina Christie, Southwold School, Bicester Apr 2004 / 035	"Brilliant range at incredible prices. We'll use again." Ian Cleary, Harcourt Arboretum, Oxford Dec 2005 / 110
	"We are amazed by the fantastic friendly service given by Peter & his team. The resources are of high quality & the system of selecting before you purchase is a great way to tailor the resources to your school's needs. " Stephanie Rowett, Hanwell Fields School, Banbury Jun 2016 / 331	"Thank you very much for the African, Islamic & Moroccan artefacts. They have been in constant use, in conjunction with an African culture week & later with a visit from a Ugandan artist to do a 3 day workshop here. The masks have been a real source of inspiration. We shall be using your services again!" Lavinia Kilsby, Manor Prep School, Abingdon Dec 2003 / 019

Scotland	"Excellent Service." Andrew Hopps, Robert Gordon's College, Aberdeen Sep 2012 / 290	"Lovely items - looking forward to using them during our topic." V Bircher, St Mary's RC Primary School, Bathgate Sep 2013 / 296
	"I think your service has been excellent! I only found out about you by accident!" Jodie Thompson, Thorntree Primary School, Glasgow Mar 2007 / 148	"Lots of interesting & stimulating resources - great for sensory education." Scott Thomson, Carrongrange School Stenhousemuir Mar 2007 / 153
	"Where else can you get such a variety of artefacts in a box - without travelling the world?" Julie Rush, Glasgow July 2006 / 127	"An unusual & interesting selection of resources. Our teachers enjoyed looking through the sample boxes & found some super stimuli for their lessons. The range of textiles was particularly popular. These will be used to enhance classroom displays & to provide excellent contexts for discussion & stimuli for art lessons." Ann Warren, Newhills Primary School, Aberdeen Oct 2005 / 101
	"Great boxes, thanks." Tracy Stock, Tighnabruaich Primary School, Argyll Sep 2015 / 318
	"I am delighted with this service. I requested 4 approval boxes - cultural & natural resources. The range & quantity of materials that arrived was far greater than I had expected. I would definitely use this again." Pauline Cumming, Drummond High School, Edinburgh Jan 2005 / 071	"The approval box was great ! Wouldn't hesitate to recommend to other teachers. Friendly & efficient service, affordable prices & delivery & collection of artefacts free of charge was "the icing on the cake." Kay Chapman, East Lothian Aug 2005 / 097

Shropshire	"Excellent service, it was Christmas in the Art Dept come early. A wealth of resources - pity I didn't have a large capitation as I wanted to buy everything." Michelle Spillett, Grange School, Shrewsbury Sep 2007 / 165	"Prompt & efficient service. Comprehensive range sent for 'sea' & 'natural' topics. Clear instructions for returning goods - would definitely use Starbeck again when I have more funds available." Dave Farlow, Mary Webb School, Pontesbury Jul 2009 / 213
	"Brilliant service. Boxes were here within the next day. Lots of great inspiration for art & cross-curricular work." Georgina Lees, St Matthew's Primary School, Telford May 2006 / 120	"I think the Starbeck's system is the simplest & most enjoyable way of ordering resources." Andrea Snow, Mount Gilbert School, Telford June 2006 / 124
	"We wish to express our thanks to you for such an excellent service with the recent Indian Artefacts approval box you sent to us. On a very tight budget we were able to choose a wide range of artefacts to help us with our teaching, especially during this years Arts week. We look forward to using your approval box service again." Tracy Haycocks, Oxon Primary School, Shrewsbury May 2004 / 041	"What an amazing service ! Fantastic artefacts, such variety, reasonable prices, very prompt delivery - we are absolutely delighted ! We can't wait to use them with our kids." Jenny O'Leary, Corbet School, Baschurch Oct 2004 / 061
	"Thank you for this fantastic service. I have told every art, music, RE teacher I know !" Gill Middlewick, Thomas Telford School, Telford Nov 2003 / 004	"Fantastic variety of artefacts giving children a wonderful visual experience." Sarah Yates, Claverley Primary School Jan 2004 / 027

Somerset	"With many thanks for getting our 'Hazlegrove Harambee' fund going with a fantastic selection of Kenyan artefacts. I'm really impressed by your friendly service." Sophie Farrell, Shepton Mallet May 2012 / 272	"A wonderful range of artefacts, textiles & musical instruments. The staff were in awe. A fantastic service - please do not change anything, just keep doing what you are doing. We found your service to be helpful & efficient." Mrs Gail Matter, Milton Infant School, Weston-super-Mare July 2006 / 12
	"Wow! Everything we needed to raise our art profile in school. Fantastic inexpensive, exciting goodies that got the staff room, governers & parents talking. The children have been inspired by our new artefacts. Truly Magical. Thank you for such a friendly service. WONDERFUL. Escapism & exotic travel without needing my passport!" Rachel Brotherton, Peasedown St John Primary School, Bath May 2006 / 122	"Being able to touch the artefacts brought our study of an Indian village to life." Kate Barmby-King, St Andrew's Primary School, Taunton Feb 2005 / 076
	"A fantastic service, the artefacts are wonderful. The children were very excited to have such interesting things to look at." Caroline Hider, St Saviour's Nursery & Infants School, Bath Sep 2008 / 192	"A lovely selection of artefacts. It was really good to be able to look at them before buying, rather than have to guess from a picture." Clare Langford, Priorswood Primary School, Taunton Nov 2003 / 003
	"High quality artifacts at sensible prices & efficiently dispatched." Rev Edward Hulme, Bath Mar 2005 / 080

South Wales	"Fantastic variety of masks from around the world! We were like children at Christmas unpacking the approval box." John Taylor, Lewis Girls' School, Hengoed Jul 2014 / 305	"A lovely service - a great way of showing the children interesting items." R Nelmes, Cwmdu CiW School, Crickhowell Dec 2011 / 263
	"Many thanks - excellent service." Joanna Coulson, Cardiff High School Dec 2009 / 220	"Excellent service & great range." Jo Gold, Y Pant Comprehensive School, Rhondda Oct 2013 / 298
	"What an amazing variety of artefacts! Wow! So interesting & very inspiring. A great selection sent to choose from & free delivery & collection - such a brilliant service." Joanna Coulson, Cardiff High School Sep 2010 / 238	"A great selection of artefacts with reasonable prices. An excellent delivery & collection service. The children really enjoyed playing the new instruments." Emma Whitney, Oaklands Primary School, Aberdare Mar 2011 / 248
	"It has been like Xmas for a couple of days!" Rebecca Woodward, Meadow Lane Primary School, Cardiff Mar 2005 / 081	"Excellent, excellent excellent ! What a brilliant service. It's my first year as an art teacher & I'm sure these amazing resources will prove invaluable. I will definitely be bending my head of department's ear to order a lot more!" Sarah Deasy, Caerleon Comprehensive School, Newport Aug 2005 / 100
	"Brilliant." Jo Gold, Y Pant Comprehensive School, Rhondda Nov 2005 / 106
	"An excellent service. I found this system easy to use, a good range of artefacts were sent & the prices were reasonable. I would definitely recommend this service to any other teacher." Helen Bishop, St Woolos Primary School, Newport Jun 2004 / 047	"An excellent service, well recommended." Jo Gold, Y Pant Comprehensive School, Rhondda Sep 2004 / 056

South Yorkshire	"Absolutely fabulous service & variety of objects, Sadly, we don't have the money to buy everything, buut I will be back in touch. I'll be spreading the word of your marvellous service." Lucy Potts, Prince Edward Primary School, Sheffield Jun 2014 / 302	"Staff thought the resources were great. There were a couple of items in the boxes that were not listed so that was a bit confusing." Sue Benson, Loxley Primary School, Sheffield Jul 2014 / 303
	"This is the first time that we have used Starbeck Educational Resources & thank goodness we found you! Excellent resources, excellent service!" Emma Goodall, Children 1st, Sheffield May 2010 / 231	"Your service is fantastic!" Charlotte Guise-Smith, Kingstone School, Barnsley Jun 2012 / 274
	"Thank you for such a great variety of Judaism artefacts. It will greatly improve our teaching & give our children real hands on experience of artefacts they would otherwise never handle or only see on a dvd." Steven Fidler, St Joseph's RC School, Sheffield Sep 2007 / 164	"We have found Starbeck Educational Resources to be a friendly & efficient company, supplying an excellent range of resources at a reasonable price." Andrea Garfitt, Meadowhall Junior School, Rotherham Dec 2005 / 109
	"Good value & excellent service!" Frances Walsh, Swinton Brookfield Primary School, Mexborough Jun 2009 / 209	"Lovely items, very impressed & reasonably priced. Quick delivery & collection." Mrs Reekie, Tankersley St Peter's Primary School, Barnsley March 2006 / 114

Staffs	"Super service, thanks so much for your patience with our lack of organisation. Will be in touch to buy more resources shortly." Rachel Hunt, St Luke's Primary School, Cannock Jul 2019 / 390	"An absolutely fantastic service that schools do not know enough about - everyone I have told has been amazed! You are a great service, especially for schools like mine (larger than average, poor area). Fantastic objects for children to investigate!" Hayley Goodwin, Sutherlands Primary School, Stoke on Trent May 2018 / 374
	"Really amazing artefacts that truly brought the topic to life for the students! Thank you so much." Fiona Canniffe, Sutherland Primary Academy, Stoke on Trent Jul 2017 / 364
	"Fantastic resources." Kate Tompkinson, Ravensmead Primary School, Stoke on Trent Dec 2011 / 261	"Super resources, children really enjoyed using them as part of Arts Week." Melanie Goodall, Ravensmead Primary School, Stoke on Trent Feb 2011 / 245
	"A superb service - hadn't had the sale or return service before - but it was really useful for the whole dept. to be able to pick & choose their own resources. Fab!" Jane Kay, Fair Oak College, Rugeley Mar 2008 / 181	"A wonderful selection!" Woodcroft First School, Leek Feb 2009 / 205
	"Wow - I was really impressed by the quality & range of artefacts available!" Belinda Latimer, Sir Graham Balfour School, Stafford Jan 2008 / 175	"Very friendly welcoming service.You can speak to someone directly - refreshing in the age of e-mail! The system for approval is simple & means you do not buy anything you have not seen & chosen." Mrs Caroline Bebington, Westwood College, Leek Jan 2008 / 177
	"We brought the world into our school through Starbeck." D J Law, St Luke's Primary School, Stoke on Trent Oct 2004 / 063	"Excellent service." Amanda Wright, St Dominic's Priory School, Stone Dec 2006 / 142

Suffolk

"A fantastic selection of good quality artefacts at very reasonable prices. Super fast delivery - a service I know I will be using again & again. Many thanks."
Kelly Head, Springfield Infant School, Ipswich
Dec 2016 332

"Thank you Peter - a truly wonderful service! Don't go to school without it!"
Claire Bolton, Old Buckenham Hall School, Ipswich
Oct 2007 / 172

"We love Starbeck! What a fantastic educational resource - a real treasure trove. Whenever I need a bit of inspiration for art projects - it is the first place I look! Whether it is Aboriginal didgeridoos, Native American Indian headdresses, giant seed pods, fantastic African masks or beautiful sea shells, the children's response to Starbeck's resources is incredible. Thanks for all the inspiration you have given me for over four years. Don't forget to look at their creepy-crawlies!"
Claire Bolton, Old Buckenham Hall School, Ipswich
Sep 2009 / 215

"A great resource for busy teachers. Prompt & easy to understand service. Will certainly use again."
Joy Chambers, Witnesham Primary School, Ipswich
Feb 2014 / 307

"Fantastic African masks, the children are producing lovely drawings from them!"
Juliet King, Old Buckenham Hall School, Ipswich
Feb 2009 / 204

Surrey	"I am so thankful to have found this company; every teacher needs to know about it! The customer service is excellent & all of my queries were answered in a timely, friendly manner. The quality of the resources in the box is second to none & there was such a good selection of products which are not easily sources elsewhere. The fact that delivery & collection is free is also absolutely fantastic. I will definitely be using this company again & will be telling all my colleagues to do the same." Maxine Smy, Kenley Park Primary School, Whyteleafe Sep 2019 / 394	"We are so excited about the resources we purchased from Starbeck. Our Humanities topics will certainly come alive as the girls analyse each source. Thank you Peter! " Byron King, Surbiton Girls' School, Surbiton Feb 2019 / 388
	"The approval box service is a fantastic idea. It was great to see the resources before buying & the whole process was easy & hassle free! Will definitely use again in the future, thank you!" Madeline Storey, Kensington Avenue Primary School, Thornton Heath Jan 2017 337	"Fabulous box of recycled artefacts with speedy service." Margaret Maunder, Carnleigh School, Cranleigh Feb 2013 / 284
	"The approval box arrived quickly & contained a wealth of African resources. To be able to see before you buy was very much appreciated & meant we could match the resources to our planning. An excellent service for busy teachers!" Jill King, Frogmore Infant School, Camberley Feb 2012 / 267	"It is always a pleasure & a joy to order from such a wonderful organisation. My students always enthuse about the artefacts." M Bradley, Kings International College, Camberley Nov 2011 / 260
	"We think Starbeck is fantastic!! The boxes that get sent are great & there is always stuff that we can purchase & use for the nursery!" Helen Giles, Teddie's Nursery, Godalming Nov 2009 / 218	"Thank you for such an interesting approval box containing things from the sea & natural items. There is so much to choose from it has been difficult to decide especially when you have a budget to keep to. Your approval box service is an excellent idea & arrived when expected. I shall certainly recommend your company to my other playgroup colleagues." Mrs D Williams, Horley Playgroup Aug 2009 / 214
	"An excellent service! Very prompt & high quality resources." Sally Engledow, Weald Primary School, Dorking Feb 2007 / 146
	"Our music box captivated the imaginations of our children brilliantly. The range of instruments & the way they had been made helped to entertain them for ages! They then had to decide which ones to keep whilst working to a budget they had been given - their faces were a picture, but they did it! " Dawn Smith, Action House After School Club, Dorking Nov 2006 / 138	"The resources were a real inspiration for both the students & teachers alike. If we had a larger budget we would have purchased more than we did. Thanks for the use & we will consider further resources in the future." Miss Carole Connolly, Jubilee High School, Addlestone Nov 2006 / 139
		"Great service, very convenient." Lucy Wheeler, De Stafford College, Caterham Apr 2005 / 084
	"A lovely selection of good quality instruments at very reasonable prices. Excellent service." Mrs S Bonner, St Anne's Primary School, Banstead Jun 2005 / 086	"The Kenyan artefacts help bring our topic to life. The children enjoyed being able to handle original Kenyan crafts." Mrs Viv Kyte, Manor House School, Leatherhead June 2006 / 121
	"As a first time customer I am delighted; user friendly web site, easy instructions, prompt delivery & great fun opening up the boxes when they arrived! A fantastic service for all Arts & Humanities subject teachers." Camilla Kirkpatrick, Bishopsgate School, Englefield Green Mar 2005 / 077	"Really useful service and having the boxes to peruse over for a week is helpful when we can't find the time to look together." Michelle South, Byfleet Primary School Apr 2004 / 036
		"Excellent resource, thank you!" Pat Bateman, Mytchett Primary School, Camberley Jul 2004 / 051
	"An amazing prompt service, with a fascinating wide selection of items, not found anywhere else, such as in educational catalogues etc. A unique service." Jean Elkes, Noah's Ark Pre-school, Farnham Jan 2004 / 024	"We are so impressed with your service, the second time of using you. Fantastic, reasonably priced resources that will bring topics to life." Julie Davies, The Raleigh School, West Horsley Mar 2004 / 033
	"Prompt & efficient service - thanks. It was like opening a box of Christmas presents! Excellent quality instruments & artefacts all at a good range of prices. I'll definitely use Starbeck again - a great resource for all schools!" Judith Royle, Adviser, Surrey Nov 2003 / 010	"Loved the natural & sea forms. Just keep doing the same!" Janet Moncrieff, Nonsuch High School, Cheam Dec 2003 / 014

Sussex	"Wonderful source of textiles, masks etc. from other cultures. Great for Art lessons & PSHE." Adrienne Shields, Chalkhill Education Centre, Haywards Heath Mar 2012 / 269	"The service is excellent, there is nothing needed to improve, because you have it all. Thank you." Peacehaven Community School Dec 2012 / 280
	"A great selection of resources." Ashington Primary School, Pulborough Jan 2011 / 242	"What a great resource & such variety." Ruth Kenny, Petersfield Infant School Jul 2010 / 236
	"This was a fantastic box of artefacts & the collection/delivery service was very efficient!" Cathy Offer, Hawthorns First School, Worthing Mar 2010 / 228	"An excellent selection of resources. These artefacts will be very motivating & inspire lots of cross-curricular work." Judith James, Ashington Primary School, Pulborough Feb 2011 / 243
	"What an exciting collection of natural objects. I wish I could kept all of them!" Ali White, Hangleton Junior School, Hove Sep 2008 / 189	"A fabulous collection!" Judith James, Laurels First School, Worthing Feb 2010 / 225
	"Starbeck has revolutionised the way our children can explore a project through hands on access to beautiful resources which they would otherwise not have had the chance to experience." Mrs Chrissie Sharp, Fishbourne Primary School, Chichester Jun 2008 / 185	"Thank you so much for your efficient service! Staff & children are inspired to sketch your lovely objects." Jane Joshi, St Margaret's CE School, Rottingdean Jun 2008 / 187
		"Super!" Melanie Clark, Windlesham House School, Pulborough Jan 2007 / 145
	"Never disappointed! An excellent range of resources - always inspiring." Mrs Judith James, Laurels First School, Worthing Nov 2006 / 137	"Opening the boxes was like having Christmas early ! An excellent service for schools." Jo Smith-Hashim, Oathill College, Haywards Heath Nov 2004 / 064
	"This is a very efficient service which provides a choice of artefacts unavailable from most educational suppliers." Rebecca Flanagan, Parkland Junior School, Eastbourne Dec 2003 / 016	"A very convenient helpful service - I won't hesitate to recommend you to my colleagues." Claire McBride, Hawks Farm School, Hailsham Feb 2004 / 030
	"Amazing variety - such fun to choose items. Lots of lovely ideas for cross-curricular links and artefacts to stimulate art & craft work. The approval box system is a great new idea. I shall be using it again!" Suzanne Nye, Patcham Junior School, Brighton May 2005 / 083

Teesside	"Starbeck is a great company, excellent choice, unique items & great service - what more do you want!" Sara Luke, Preston Hall Museum, Stockton on Tees Oct 2008 / 193	"Quick & efficient service, interesting objects." Joanne Cory, Norton School, Stockton Mar 2007 / 149
	"An excellent variety of genuine hand-crafted artefacts." Emily Warren, Kirkby in Cleveland Primary School, Middlesbrough Jan 2004 / 028

Tyneside	"Wonderful, wonderful resources that bring my art lessons to life. Art is all about inspiration & these top quality resources certainly do that. As Arnie said: "I'll be back!" " Paul Carney, Gosforth East Middle School, Gosforth Dec 2009 / 223	Excellent quality items. They are certain to inspire our budding young artists." Ben Haigh, Walbottle Campus, Newcastle upon Tyne Nov 2015 / 320
Tyneside	"Excellent service & stunning resources." Una Mee, EMTRAS, Newcastle upon Tyne Jun 2005 / 090	"I am writing to express our delight with the items supplied. They were of such variety & relevance to our project that we found it difficult to choose just a few & have decided therefore to keep them all" Lynda Paterson, Living History, Sunderland Mar 2007 / 169

Warwicks	"Quick delivery, good quality items." Camp Hill Primary School, Nuneaton Jan 2016 / 325	"I would recommend the approval box service. Very helpful to be able to select appropriate items." K E Hewitt, King's High School for Girls, Warwick Dec 2006 / 141
	"A very useful resource." Louisa Morris, Warwick School Oct 2004 / 062

West Midlands	"I would like to say thank you to all at Starbeck for the absolutely phenomenal service! I cannot fault it in any way! Please feel free to publish my comments, we are promoting you to anyone & everyone!." Elizabeth Stait, King Edward VI Camp Hill School for Girls, Birmingham Feb 2017 339	"Absolutely excellent service with fabulous resources at great prices. Extremely excited about using them with the secondary students in Art." Holly Jones, Foxford School, Coventry Sep 2014 / 309
	"I just wish to say that the products which were delivered yesterday are beautiful. My young son was delighted with the basket which has been placed in his bedroom, The waste paper baskets were very well crafted & are of very good quality. Thank you for a very good service & we look forward to ordering from you again in the future." Denise Shelton, Marston Green (Personal purchase) Feb 2013 / 286	"Wow! This service is excellent. Very quick delivery & fantastic communication. Lovely artefacts & will definately be ordering more when our new budget arrives." Kerri Vanstone, St Phillip's Catholic Primary School, Smethwick Mar 2013 / 289
	"Lovely collections! Spent far more than intended but will all be put to good use." Jean Shaw, Walsall School Library Service Mar 2011 / 249	"Fabulous resources at affordable prices which will capture children's interests. Super efficeint service - always willing to assist, even at short notice!" A Hafeez, Priory Centre, Dudley Jul 2013 / 292
	"Many thanks for the African approval box. It was full of great resources & we have added to our existing items. I will definitely use the service again to resource our new curriculum." Mrs R Bates, Perryfields Primary School, Oldbury Mar 2011 / 252	"Wonderful selection of resources sent on approval. Will greatly enhance our loan collection." Jean Shaw, School Library Support Service, Walsall Aug 2011 / 254
	"As usual, the resources are of great quality. The children really benefit from having the resources used for displays around schools. Using Starbeck so often, I feel I have made a very important link as the staff are so friendly & the company is so trusting with their artefacts. I will keep using their service!" Karen Whitter, Clifton Junior School, Birmingham Jan 2007 / 143	"What a fantastic & much needed service - we love it! " Asma Hafeez, Park Hill Primary School, Birmingham Oct 2004 / 060
		"Excellent range, both in quality & price." Suzette Gillman, Westwood School, Coventry Jun 2007 / 159
	"We only had a budget of £85 *but* as your resources are so wonderful & exciting we made sure we found extra money from somewhere. We will continue to buy resources until the well runs dry !! The service is great!" Karen Whitter, Clifton Infant School, Birmingham Nov 2004 / 066	"I found the Starbeck approval box service extremely easy to use. Delivery was prompt & I was supplied with a wide range of affordable items based on a very vague request from myself!" Karen Boswell, Walmley Junior School, Sutton Coldfield Apr 2004 / 038
	"Service was excellent. Delivery & collection was easy." Jayne Jones, Belbroughton 1st School, Stourbridge Dec 2003 / 022	"Great service - will use you again, super resources." Jo Hemmings, Whitegreave Primary School, Wolverhampton Jun 2004 / 049
	"Reasonable prices. Really interesting for schools & present a really good service all schools should take a look!" Karen Whitter, Clifton Infant School, Birmingham Oct 2004 / 059	"Great selection! Thanks for the Xmas experience of opening a great box of joy!" Ryan Everson, Lode Heath School, Solihull May 2016 / 330

West Yorkshire	"Fantastic Service! Thanks so much. We enjoyed "excavating" the artefacts & using them in lessons." Rebecca Bentley, Birchfield Primary School, Leeds Sep 2014 / 310	"A fantastic service with a wide range of very interesting, unusual objects." Abigail Owen, Royd's School, Leeds Mar 2015 / 315
	"An excellent service, with fantastic artefacts which are reasonaly priced." Abigail Owen, Royd's School, Leeds Sep 2014 / 310
	"A great selection of musical instruments at reasonable prices. We were very excited when we opened the box & saw the unusual contents. We wanted them all! " Jacqui Tate, W Bowling Nursery School, Bradford Aug 2005 / 098	"Really liked the recycled box - very useful for our business & enterprise club to see the things that can be made from recycled goods." Sharon Baranyai, St Chad's Primary School, Brighouse Mar 2010 / 232
	"Fantastic service & excellent resources." Mrs K Ali, Marsden Junior School, Huddersfield Jan 2005 / 072	"Prompt & friendly service. The Islam box was excellent." Sarah Maccallum, North Rigton Primary School, Leeds Sep 2005 / 099
	"An excellent resource, for difficult to find items - enlivening & enriching any art lesson - brilliant." Mervyn Wilson, Sherburn High School, Leeds Oct 2006 / 134	"Excellent speedy service. Very helpful & informative when I phoned. Artefacts etc are wonderful for Aboriginal, Islamic & Indian textile projects." D Kelly, Spring Grove Junior School, Huddersfield Mar 2005 / 078
	"Really really impressed. Wish we had sent off for a box years ago. (We've been spending £30+ a year borrowing items.) Quality was great as was the range. This was matched by the ease of the whole procedure. A great resource." Louise Mortimer, Ilkley Grammar School Sep 2004 / 057	"Having these artefacts improved the quality of the lessons - they helped to bring the lessons to life. Very pleased with the service - quick & efficient." Margaret Wilkinson, Warley Town School, Halifax Dec 2004 / 069
	"If my dept. had the funds, I'd keep it all!" T Antoine, The Challenge College, Bradford Nov 2003 / 005	"Excellent range of artefacts. These will be very useful for our art projects & to display around the school. It really adds the wow factor to some lessons." Mervyn Wilson, Sherburn High School, Leeds May 2004 / 044

Wilts	"Great service, extremely useful!" Wootton Bassett School, Swindon Dec 2009 / 222	"A fantastic & exciting opportunity to enliven art rooms & inspire young minds." Lucy Tabberer, Sandroyd School, Salisbury Oct 2008 / 199
	"A valuable resource. I wish I had known about you earlier. We would love a visit from you sometime. Living in "leafy Wiltshire" there are not many places you can find ethnic, religious & art based artefacts." Lindsay Lucas, Zouch Primary School, Tidworth Jul 2004 / 054

Worcs	"The items are of such amazing quality & look so authentic! We are very pleased with our purchases & know they will be fantastic learning resources. Thank you so much!" Vix Powell, Compton Verney House, Warwick May 2016 / 332	"This was the first time our school had used this scheme - we had so many compliments! Everyone was amazed at the variety of the objects." Mary Dodd, Eckington First School, Pershore Jun 2008 / 184
	"I love Starbeck, what an amazing resource!" Tonia Jones, Christopher Whitehead Language College, Worcester Oct 2008 / 196	"Beautiful artefacts of a very high quality. Lovely for the pupils to see real objects from another country." Julie Brand, Pitcheroak School, Redditch Mar 2010 / 229
	"The box arrived promptly & I was really pleased with the range of items sent." Tonya Jones, Christopher Whitehead High School, Worcester Jan 2008 / 176	"Always a pleasure to receive your boxes - I get as excited as the children!!! Great service - thank you again!" Rebecca Mirza, Hindlip First School, Worcester Jun 2007 / 158
	"Excellent service, fantastic products." Jane Hill, Wolverley High School, Kidderminster Jul 2014 / 306	"We were all excited by the arrival of the boxes. Great anticipation followed by lots of exciting discussions, great questions and a high sense of curiosity! Will definitely use Starbeck again for future topics." Liz Douglas, Thornton House School, Worcester Oct 2006 / 132
	"Found service very useful & resources extremely good quality." Lesley Thomas, Hindlip First School, Worcester Oct 2005 / 102
	"Starbeck Educational Resources are exciting, informative & varied. Congratulations on such a useful & efficient service!" Helen Keenan, Manor Park Special School, Worcester Jul 2005 / 095