Step into the world of Ancient Egypt in this immersive escape room adventure for KS2 pupils. Using iPads and Augmented Reality, children work in teams to solve puzzles, collect virtual artefacts and uncover clues hidden along the River Nile, inside ancient tombs and deep within mysterious temples. Through three exciting challenges, pupils discover how the Ancient Egyptians lived, explore the secrets of mummification and investigate the fascinating gods and beliefs that shaped one of history's greatest civilisations.Designed by teachers and linked to the KS2 curriculum, the workshop develops historical knowledge alongside essential skills such as communication, collaboration, critical thinking and problem-solving. As pupils progress through the adventure, they unlock key topic vocabulary, answer enquiry-based questions and earn points for their team on the national Puzzle Locker leaderboard.
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Where we travel to
We can visit your school in: East Midlands, West Midlands, London & South East, East of England, South West, North East, North West, Yorkshire
What activities are available during this school workshop?
Each Puzzle Locker Workshop Day includes three curriculum-linked activities for every participating class:
1. Pre-Workshop Introduction (45-60 minutes)
Before the escape room adventure begins, teachers receive a classroom-based PowerPoint briefing designed to build excitement and prepare pupils for the challenge ahead. The resource includes tutorial videos, key vocabulary, learning objectives and topic knowledge, helping children develop confidence and curiosity before their workshop.
2. The Escape Room Experience (60-70 minutes)
The main event takes place in the school hall. Using iPads and Augmented Reality, pupils work in teams to complete three enquiry-based escape room challenges, each lasting approximately 12-15 minutes. As they solve puzzles, collect virtual artefacts and uncover clues, pupils develop their understanding of the topic while practising communication, collaboration, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
3. Follow-Up Classroom Resources (60+ minutes)
Learning continues after the workshop with a teacher-created follow-up resource pack. Activities include word searches, crosswords, comprehension exercises, maths challenges and topic-based tasks designed to reinforce key knowledge, vocabulary and learning outcomes in a fun and engaging way.
1. Pre-Workshop Introduction (45-60 minutes)
Before the escape room adventure begins, teachers receive a classroom-based PowerPoint briefing designed to build excitement and prepare pupils for the challenge ahead. The resource includes tutorial videos, key vocabulary, learning objectives and topic knowledge, helping children develop confidence and curiosity before their workshop.
2. The Escape Room Experience (60-70 minutes)
The main event takes place in the school hall. Using iPads and Augmented Reality, pupils work in teams to complete three enquiry-based escape room challenges, each lasting approximately 12-15 minutes. As they solve puzzles, collect virtual artefacts and uncover clues, pupils develop their understanding of the topic while practising communication, collaboration, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
3. Follow-Up Classroom Resources (60+ minutes)
Learning continues after the workshop with a teacher-created follow-up resource pack. Activities include word searches, crosswords, comprehension exercises, maths challenges and topic-based tasks designed to reinforce key knowledge, vocabulary and learning outcomes in a fun and engaging way.
Which curriculum topics do we cater for?
Egyptians Workshop
Pharaohs Mummies Gods and Goddesses Pyramids and Tombs Hieroglyphics Sphinx Belief in the Afterlife
In this immersive Ancient Egyptian escape room, pupils are transported back in time to explore one of history's most fascinating civilisations. Working in teams, they solve puzzles, collect virtual artefacts and uncover clues as they progress through three themed mini escape room challenges.
Each challenge is built around a key enquiry question and has been designed to support KS2 curriculum objectives while developing communication, collaboration, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Room 1: The Broken Sphinx
Key Enquiry Question: Who were the Ancient Egyptians?
A statue of the Sphinx has been badly damaged near the River Nile. Pupils must solve a series of puzzles to recover the missing pieces and restore the monument.
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the importance of the River Nile to Ancient Egyptian civilisation
- Explore the role and responsibilities of pharaohs
- Discover why pyramids were built and their significance in Ancient Egyptian society
Curriculum Links
- The achievements of the earliest civilisations
- Settlement and daily life in Ancient Egypt
- The development of leadership and society
Room 2: The Missing Mummies
Key Enquiry Question: What was mummification?
Three mummies have mysteriously disappeared from their coffins. Pupils must solve puzzles and uncover clues to locate the missing mummies and complete the mummification process.
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the stages of the mummification process
- Explore the purpose of canopic jars
- Discover how and where mummies were stored
Curriculum Links
- Ancient Egyptian beliefs about the afterlife
- Religious practices and burial customs
- Understanding similarities and differences between past societies
Room 3: Restoring the Shrine
Key Enquiry Question: Who were the Egyptian gods?
Several statues of Egyptian gods have been damaged inside an ancient shrine. Pupils must work together to solve puzzles and restore the statues before the shrine is lost.
Learning Outcomes
- Identify key Egyptian gods and their roles
- Understand what different gods governed
- Explore the importance of religion in Ancient Egyptian society
Curriculum Links
- Ancient Egyptian religion and beliefs
- The influence of religion on everyday life
- Understanding the culture and traditions of early civilisations
By the end of the workshop, pupils will have answered three key enquiry questions, developed their historical understanding of Ancient Egypt and applied essential teamwork and problem-solving skills through an engaging, curriculum-linked learning experience.
What size groups do we cater for?
We work with 3-4 KS2 classes per day, and each class or year group can choose a workshop that fits their current topic.
Each escape room session in the school hall can accommodate up to 33 pupils at once. We provide 11 interactive puzzle mats and 11 iPads, with pupils working in teams of three to complete the challenges.
Please note: The escape room must take place in the school hall. When booking, consider hall availability around breakfast clubs, break times, and lunch.
Each escape room session in the school hall can accommodate up to 33 pupils at once. We provide 11 interactive puzzle mats and 11 iPads, with pupils working in teams of three to complete the challenges.
Please note: The escape room must take place in the school hall. When booking, consider hall availability around breakfast clubs, break times, and lunch.
Access for visitors with disabilities
We aim to make our workshops as inclusive as possible. However, our escape room experiences may be challenging for children with visual impairments.
As a new provider, we're committed to improving accessibility and welcome teacher feedback to help us adapt and develop our workshops for all pupils.
As a new provider, we're committed to improving accessibility and welcome teacher feedback to help us adapt and develop our workshops for all pupils.
Who are Puzzle Locker?
Puzzle Locker is the UK's first immersive escape room workshop, designed by teachers in collaboration with curriculum experts. Using interactive puzzle mats and cutting-edge technology, we transform school halls into engaging, team-based puzzle adventures, where children work together to solve challenges, collect artefacts, and explore the past through hands-on learning.
Our workshops are built around the 4Cs of 21st-century learning:
Critical Thinking - Every puzzle is a problem to crack. Pupils analyse clues, make connections, and think strategically to unlock each stage.
Communication - Success relies on clear discussion and active listening. Every team member has a role to play.
Collaboration - No one succeeds alone. Pupils support each other, share ideas, and celebrate their achievements together.
Creativity - From decoding ancient symbols to solving themed puzzles, we spark imaginative thinking that makes learning memorable.
If you're looking to bring 21st-century learning to life in your school, Puzzle Locker's immersive escape rooms offer an unforgettable educational experience.
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