Coming March 2026
British Science Week
Enjoy a unique school trip at Life!
This British Science Week, it’s time for your students to get curious!
From 2-27 March, we’re running six workshops that echo the theme of British Science Week 2026 – ‘Curiosity: What’s your question?’.
Each workshop covers multiple areas of the curriculum, encouraging students to explore their curious, creative side.
School workshops
What are you curious about…?
Choose from our range of workshops, each is 30 minutes long and can be adapted to different key stages except for ‘Curious about…Illusions’ and ‘Curious about…Artificial Intelligence’.
KS4 workshops will follow normal programming.
KS1, KS2, KS3
Curious about … Ultraviolet light
Curriculum links: Physics, Working Scientifically
Ultraviolet light is used to reveal many mysteries – even those from the furthest reaches of the universe.
In this workshop, learn where and how UV is used as well as using it to create special effects and send secret messages!
KS1, KS2, KS3
Curious about … Adaptations
Curriculum links: Biology, Working scientifically
From the depths of the oceans to the heights of the atmosphere, animals are adapted to live in a huge range of conditions.
Meet a range of curious creatures and carry out experiments to test how their adaptations work in practice!
KS2, KS3
Curious about … Illusions
Curriculum links: Maths, Chemistry, Physics, Critical Thinking
Science is often referred to as being like magic – but it’s real!
In this workshop, find out about the maths behind card tricks, the chemistry behind coloured flames and the physics behind becoming invisible!
KS1, KS2, KS3
Curious about … Colour
Curriculum links: Chemistry, Physics
We love black and white in Newcastle, but life would be very boring without colour!
In this workshop, create a range of different colours using light, chemicals and specialist equipment that reveals the hidden colours we can’t see with our eyes!
KS1, KS2, KS3
Curious about … Codes
Curriculum links: Maths, Critical Thinking
From extraordinary inventions to our own DNA, codes are all around us!
In this hands-on workshop delivered in an escape room style, young people see if they can break a series of different codes to reveal the secret treasure!
KS2, KS3
Curious about … Artificial Intelligence
Curriculum links: Working Scientifically
Artificial intelligence is all around us but what is it and how can machines learn?
In this workshop, find out what AI can and can’t do, as well as considering what might happen with them in the future.
Prices for March 2026
We allow a ratio of 1 adult to every 5 children for most groups. Additional adults over this ratio will be charged. In the case of SEN groups, we may offer further free adult support on request – please contact us to discuss your requirements.
Teachers and adult helpers go FREE!
Get in touch
To make a booking, or for more information, call 0191 243 8223. The bookings team is available Monday to Friday, 9.00am – 5.00pm. Queries can be made via our online enquiry form, but bookings should be made by phone.
