What We Offer Visiting SchoolsCambridge Science Centre provides interactive, curriculum-aligned STEM programmes for school groups. Our programmes immerse students in science through hands-on exhibits and dynamic workshops tailored to different age groups and learning levels. Students can explore our 20+ interactive exhibits and dive into lab and workshop sessions that cover core science concepts. Dedicated science communicators lead the sessions, ensuring a supportive and fun educational experience that sparks curiosity and critical thinking.
Why Choose Us for an Educational Visit
Cambridge Science Centre is more than just a visit; it's an inspiring science journey designed to engage students actively in STEM learning. Our programs, led by trained science communicators, encourage students to ask questions and develop scientific skills in an interactive setting. We foster an open-ended, hands-on approach that aligns with classroom learning objectives.
What activities are available during educational visits?
Open access to over 20 exciting open-ended, hands-on exhibits covering diverse STEM subjects from AI to zoology.
A led-workshop of your choice covering subjects from dinosaurs to coding. We offer workshops suitable for KS1 to KS3.
You are welcome to access our outside picnic area for lunch or we will offer you inside space if available.
A led-workshop of your choice covering subjects from dinosaurs to coding. We offer workshops suitable for KS1 to KS3.
You are welcome to access our outside picnic area for lunch or we will offer you inside space if available.
Which curriculum topics do we cater for?
Physics School Trip
Electricity and circuits Forces Fuels and Energy Aviation and Flight
Physics: Forces, motion, electricity, and light
Light
Forces
Electricity
Velocity
Circuits
Circuitry
Please check out our different workshops by going to the Schools page on our website and downloading our brochure.
Science Chemistry
>Science Biology
>What size groups do we cater for?
Average class of 30, but please contact us if you have more pupils as we can tailor to fit your needs.
On-site classroom facilities?
Yes. We have two classrooms you can use
Is there first aid on site?
There will always be a first aider on site.
Groups with Special Educational Needs & Disabilities (SEND)
Yes - please advise on booking.
Please see our accessibility statement on our website for full information. We do offer easy access for visitors with disabilities.
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Who are Cambridge Science Centre?
A visit from Cambridge Science Centre is a great way of extending ideas across and beyond the school curriculum.
We are based on Cambridge Science Park, so within easy access of the surrounding area and wider areas who may use the A14 or A11 roadways.
Our team of dedicated science communicators will lead and facilitate your visit.
Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB4 0FN
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