Step into the world of the Vikings 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 aboard Viking longships, inside bustling settlements and within sacred Norse temples. Through three exciting challenges, pupils discover who the Vikings were, explore how they travelled and settled across Europe, and investigate the fascinating beliefs and traditions that shaped Viking life.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 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 Viking Age 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 Viking Age 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?
Vikings Workshop
Viking Trade Mythology and Culture Viking Raids and Invasion Invaders and Settlers
In this immersive Viking escape room, pupils are transported back over 1,000 years to explore the fascinating world of the Norse people. 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 Missing Longship Supplies
Key Enquiry Question: Who were the Vikings?
A Viking crew is preparing to set sail, but essential supplies have disappeared from their longship. Pupils must solve a series of puzzles to recover the missing equipment before the voyage can begin.
Learning Outcomes
- Understand who the Vikings were and where they came from.
- Explore why the Vikings travelled, traded and raided.
- Discover how Viking longships enabled them to explore new lands.
Curriculum Links
- Viking raids and invasion.
- The Viking expansion across Europe.
- Settlement and exploration during the Viking Age.
Room 2: The Great Viking Feast
Key Enquiry Question: How did the Vikings live?
Preparations for an important feast have gone wrong, and the mead hall is missing essential items. Pupils must solve puzzles and recover the missing artefacts before the celebrations can begin.
Learning Outcomes
- Explore everyday Viking life and settlements.
- Understand Viking homes, food and occupations.
- Discover the importance of feasts and community celebrations.
Curriculum Links
- Viking settlements and daily life.
- Social structure and community.
- Comparing Viking life with Britain today.
Room 3: Journey to Valhalla
Key Enquiry Question: What did the Vikings believe?
Sacred artefacts have disappeared from a Norse burial. Pupils must work together to recover the missing items and discover the beliefs, gods and traditions of Viking society.
Learning Outcomes
- Identify key Norse gods and their significance.
- Understand Viking beliefs about Valhalla.
- Explore how religion influenced Viking culture.
Curriculum Links
- Viking religion and beliefs.
- Norse mythology.
- The influence of belief systems on everyday life.
By the end of the workshop, pupils will have answered three key enquiry questions, developed their understanding of Viking life and explored the lasting impact of the Vikings on Britain 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 experience in the school hall can accommodate up to 36 pupils at once. We provide 12 interactive puzzle mats and 12 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 experience in the school hall can accommodate up to 36 pupils at once. We provide 12 interactive puzzle mats and 12 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 creates immersive Augmented Reality (AR) escape room workshops that bring the primary curriculum to life. Developed in collaboration with curriculum experts, our workshops combine engaging educational content with innovative AR technology to create unforgettable learning experiences for Key Stage 2 pupils.
Using iPads and interactive AR puzzle mats, we transform school halls into exciting team-based escape rooms where children solve curriculum-linked puzzles, uncover historical artefacts, answer enquiry questions and work together to complete immersive missions. Every experience is carefully designed to inspire curiosity, deepen subject knowledge and make learning both memorable and meaningful.
At the heart of every Puzzle Locker workshop are the 4Cs of 21st-century learning, helping children develop the skills they'll use throughout education and beyond.
Critical Thinking
Children analyse clues, identify patterns and solve increasingly challenging puzzles that encourage logical thinking and strategic decision-making.
Communication
Success depends on sharing ideas, listening carefully and discussing solutions, ensuring every team member contributes to the challenge.
Collaboration
Every pupil has an important role to play. Children work together, support one another and celebrate shared achievements as they progress through each mission.
Creativity
From decoding ancient symbols to uncovering hidden artefacts, pupils think imaginatively and approach problems from different perspectives.
More than just an enrichment activity, Puzzle Locker is a fully curriculum-linked learning experience that combines immersive technology, teamwork and enquiry-based learning to create lasting educational impact. Whether pupils are exploring Ancient Egypt, Ancient Greece, the Romans, Vikings, Tudors, Space or World War II, every workshop is designed to spark curiosity, build confidence and leave children talking about their experience long after the day has finished.
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