Ancient Civilisations icon

Ancient Civilisations School Workshops

The history of the world's early civilisations



From the majestic temples of Ancient Egypt to the bustling cities of the Indus Valley. Various ancient cultures provide a fascinating foundation for learning about human ingenuity and how societies evolved, and how early civilisations made progress in areas like mathematics, medicine, trade and culture. By incorporating the ancient history school trips and workshops below, give your children memorable learning experiences that will add to their classroom work.

During a workshop delving into the Shang dynasty of ancient China, students might examine bronze artifacts, take a look at the Shang writing system, and learn about the dynasty's impressive technological advancements in fields like astronomy and agriculture.

Workshops about The Maya of Mesoamerica could transport students back in time, allowing them to marvel at the towering pyramids of Chichen Itza, or their sophisticated calendar and cosmological beliefs, and the empire's impressive feats of engineering and urban planning.

The classical Greek world might have students reenacting the dialogues of Socrates, analysing the exquisite artworks and architecture that defined the Greek period, and debating the democratic principles that came into being for the Athenians.

Alternatively, explore the achievements of the Islamic Golden Age with its technological innovations, scientific and scholarly advancements, uncover the rich history and cultural traditions of the Kingdom of Benin in West Africa. Bring into focus the Ancient Egyptians with their towering pyramids, mummification practices, and vibrant art. The Sumer a Mesopotamian civilization that developed an early writing and irrigation systems.

From African dance workshops to support Black History month, to Virtual Reality adventures where your class can visit Maya sites like Chichen-Itza. The trips and school workshops below specialise in Ancient Civilisation experiences for school groups. Click through for more information, view our in-school Ancient Civilisations workshops page, or use the short purple enquiry form if you need any help with more ideas for your group.

Find a school trip or workshop for the following Ancient Civilisations topics: Ancient China, Ancient Egyptians, Ancient Greeks, Ancient Sumer, Aztec Civilisation, Inca Empire, Islamic Civilisation, Kingdom of Benin, Maya Civilisation, The Indus Valley, The Shang Dynasty, and more.

Short on time? Get some suggestions

Let us find the perfect Ancient Civilisation workshop for your school

Preferred Date:
Approx Group Size:



Popular school workshop February 2026 !

Ancient Greece!

location icon School Trip All UK Regions
apple icon Subjects: History, Greeks, Ancient Civilisations


Through our workshops runs the thread of how the Greek civilisation flourished both in it's geographic world, and also the wider world through empire building, trade and culture sharing....

first image
second image
main photo



Maya Workshop
Maya Workshop
map pin in-school workshop

Our Maya workshop is incredibly hands-on and engaging. Children get to create their own Maya pottery out of clay, take part in a joint Maya dance whilst wearing Maya masks which they have made beforehand and they even get the opportunity to investigate a range of incredible Maya artefacts!

> read

The Shang Dynasty
The Shang Dynasty
map pin in-school workshop

Shang Dynasty Drama Day: Topic information the children will learn about through our Shang Dynasty Drama Days: - The Historical Context of The Shang Dynasty - What life was like during The...

> read

Maya Workshops
Maya Workshops
map pin online/in-school workshop

Travel back in time with our professional actor who takes on the role of Sally Spade, our enthusiastic archaeologist to explore lots of key themes from this fascinating period of history.

> read

Ancient Sumer
Ancient Sumer
map pin in-school workshop

The Ancient Sumer Drama Day: Topic information the children will learn about through our Ancient Sumer Drama Days: - Ancient Sumer Discoveries - The Epic of Gilgamesh - Farming and the...

> read

Chocolate Collective
Chocolate Collective
map pin in-school workshop

Mayan Indians and Aztec Indians were the founders of chocolate but not as we know it today. Why Christopher Columbus chose to ignore the discovery and why Cortes the Spanish explorer did bring it...
> read

Mayan Civilisations
Mayan Civilisations
map pin in-school workshop

Pupils learn about: - Mayan inventions and how they came to be – including the calendar. - The Mayan currency and how they bought and sold. - The Mayan diet and how this was dictated by farm...
> read

Indus Valley
Indus Valley
map pin in-school workshop

Children will learn about: - The position of the Indus civilisation within the timeline of world history - The geographical importance of the Indus Valley, and how this helped and hindered daily...
> read

Maya, Incas and Aztecs
Maya, Incas and Aztecs
map pin in-school workshop

Dan Tastic Education brings knights, castles, turrets & towers to life with an in school Aztec, Inca & Mayan Workshop & Wow Day experience that works as the perfect topic hook for your pupils!...
> read

Mayan Temple
Mayan Workshops
map pin in-school workshop

Because we use nothing more than dowel and rubber bands in all of our unique workshops the importance of triangulation in making all other two dimensional shapes strong is key in all the structures we...
> read

Ancient Maya
Ancient Maya
map pin in-school workshop

During the course of the workshop day, our drama facilitator will guide your class through exploration of the people in Ancient Maya society, their gods and cultural traditions.
> read

Shang Dynasty
Shang Dynasty
map pin in-school workshop

During the workshop, our drama facilitator will guide your class through an exploration of the people who populated the Shang Dynasty. From fearsome warriors and the royal family to everyday people,...
> read

Early Islamic Civilisation
Early Islamic Civilisation
map pin in-school workshop

Pupils will embark on a drama-filled journey to ancient Mesopotamia, where some of the world's earliest civilisations began. They'll learn what made this ancient metropolis so powerful and what everyday life was like in this Early Islamic Civilisation.
> read

Early Islamic Civilisations
Early Islamic Civilisations
map pin in-school workshop

Children learn about: - The timeline of Early Islam - The ancient, walled city of Baghdad - Important buildings including: The Dome of the Rock and The Great Mosque - Key figures including...
> read

Mayans & Aztecs!
Mayans & Aztecs!
map pin in-school workshop

In these workshops we cover Ancient Civilisations, compare and contrast with European culture, understanding belief systems and religion, warfare and more!
> read

Kingdom of Benin
Kingdom of Benin
map pin in-school workshop

Pupils will explore the timeline of the ancient Kingdom of Benin, the people who lived there and their roles within the civilisation. They'll discover their culture, gods and the incredible achievements made.
> read

Cosford Exhibition-Cold War
Cosford Exhibition-Cold War
map pin West Midlands

Embark on a journey through time with Battlefield and History Tours, where the ancient world springs to life before your eyes. Our meticulously crafted Ancient Civilisations tours offer an...
> read

Virtual Reality Day
Virtual Reality Day
map pin in-school workshop

PrimeVR can bring your history topic to life using virtual reality! Imagine being able to travel back in time to see what it would have been like to live in Ancient Egypt, Ancient Greece, Ancient...
> read

Discover Ancient Greece in the Open-Air!
Discover Ancient Greece in the Open-Air!
map pin in-school workshop

All Drama in the Woods workshops are bespoke and although we cover many parts of the study of ancient civilisations, just let us know if there is a particular focus you might want, and we will tailor our workshop to cover that element.
> read

The Ancient Greeks
The Ancient Greeks
map pin in-school workshop

Children will take part in drama activities all about the ancient civilisation in Greece. They'll explore how people lived, how society was organised and what the Ancient Greek people believed....
> read

History VR Day
History VR Day
map pin in-school workshop

PrimeVR can bring your history topic to life by transporting your pupils to learn about Ancient Civilisations, including the Greeks, Romans, Maya and the Stone Age. Using virtual reality headsets,...
> read

Leading UK Destinations for Ancient Civilisations Trips

Our ancient history school trips above cover all of the main civilisations mentioned in the curriculum. Other great places to study this topic, if you are lucky enough to live close by, include:

  • Fitzwilliam Museum, Cambridge: Features Egyptian and Near Eastern collections, ideal for exploring ancient art and culture
  • British Museum, London: Showcases treasures like the Rosetta Stone, perfect for studying Egypt and Mesopotamia
  • Oriental Museum, Durham: Offers artifacts from Ancient China and the Indus Valley, engaging young historians







Get Ancient Civilisations school trip offers by email

Unsubscribe at any time, we won't share your email with anyone else, just send you all the best offers and ideas for your next class trip!

envelope icon Subscribe