Xplore! Science Discovery Centre

School Trips

Why book Xplore! Science Discovery Centre for School Trips and Educational Visits?

Xplore! offers a wide range of activities with over 30 available to students of all ages. With its hands-on approach, students will come away with more than just a smile on their faces.

Brought to you by the people of Techniquest Glyndwr now Xplore!- we've almost two decades of experience in inspiring young minds when it comes to the world of STEM, creating an outstanding experience for both pupils and teachers.

Our brand new science centre has a brand new set of science exhibits designed to develop and foster a scientific curiosity in young people.

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What activities are available during group visits?

We offer 30 different STEM workshops and shows from foundation through KS4. Introducing learners to scientific concepts. Our activities include; introducing foundation phase to how toys work, KS2 to material science and KS3 to boolean logic. And every key stage loves our inflatable planetarium that immerses learners in the heavens above.

Which Curriculum Subjects do you cater for?

Curriculum topics available: Sound, Light, Forces and magnets, Earth and space, Forces, Electricity and circuits, Fuels and Energy, Describing motion (KS3/4), Forces (KS3/4), Forces and motion (KS3/4), Static electricity (KS3/4), Magnetism (KS3/4).

We've a number of different activities to cover all aspects of Physics. This includes workshops, live science shows and lab sessions in centre. We have worked closely with the UK space agency, UKRI and ASDC to develop space workshops. Covering living and working in space, satellites and our ever popular stardome.

Curriculum topics available: States of Matter, Properties and changes of materials, Scientists and inventors.

Xplore! currently offers chemistry sessions looking at acid and alkali indicators as well as the physics and chemistry of fire. Sessions also include using chemicals to carry out DNA extraction as well as sessions creating non-Newtonian materials such as slime

Curriculum topics available: Plants, Animals including humans, Everyday materials, Digestive System, Circulatory system , Cells and organisation (KS3/4), Living things and habitats, Ecology and environment, Forest School, Microbiology, Life Sciences.

We've a number of different workshops covering aspects of the biology curriculum links. Our workshops engage learners with the human body for foundation phase/KS1. The science of aquaponics, the human body, DNA and creating a carbon free future with KS2 and cellular biology and aquaponics for KS3.

Curriculum topics available: Logic and Problem Solving, Measurement, Shape.

Our education programme introduces foundation phase and KS1 learners to simple maths concepts such as shape and money. Our workshops are designed to engage and enthuse pupils in the world of maths and leave them with a better understanding of the subject.

Curriculum topics available: Robotics, Coding, Algorythms and data.

Computing is a developing curriculum target and equipping children for this gives them a huge advantage. We have a range of coding activities including Lego Wedo for KS1 and 2 to LEGO Mindstorm and crumblebots for KS3. Our sessions are a great introduction of continuation of the topics.

Curriculum topics available: Changing Place.

Xplore! is commited to making every single one of our sessions as inclusive as possible. With this in mind we are able to accommodate a wide range of additional needs both in our science discovery centre and at schools. All of our activities can be adjusted to meet the needs of the learners.

What size groups do you cater for?

We can be flexible.

Do you offer on-site classroom facilities?

We have multi-use workshop spaces that we can use for all our activities, expect the dome which is only available on outreach.

Is there first aid on site?

Yes, we have First Aid trained staff first aid boxes located in centre.

Do you offer access for visitors with disabilities?

Xplore! offers accessible toilet facilities. The entire centre is accessible for wheelchair users.

Do you cater for visitors with Special Educational Needs (SEN)?

The majority of our activities can be adapted to suit requirements. For more information get in contact using the form below.

Anything else?

Not only do we have our shows and workshops but we have our exhibit space that is full of interactive science exhibits which will massively enhance a trip to Xplore!

Your school trip will always include time with our exhibits and a trip to Xplore! is very flexible and customisable.

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Who are Xplore! Science Discovery Centre?

Xplore! Science Discovery Centre is the nerve-centre for Science in North Wales and beyond. With mind-blowing experiments and exhibits, your pupils will remain engaged and enthralled with amazing STEM activities that fit your needs.

From KS1 up to KS4 we cater for all across various subjects that relate to the curriculum and enhance leaners learning experience.

Xplore! offers extensive coverage with visits both in our science centre in Wrexham and to your school, where we make the wonder of science come to life in your very own backyard!

Available for half or a full day, Xplore! offers 30 different activities all crafted to aid the learning of students, bringing the best out of them throughout the session with engaging and enthralling sessions that stick in the mind when they head back into the classroom.