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Discovering chemistry

Students will take on the role of a chemist and use real laboratory equipment to identify mystery powders and create new substances.

Who is it for: Key stage 2
Duration: 60 minutes
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School students with Explainer completing Discovering Chemistry workshop.

Discovers the wonders of chemistry.

Students will take on the role of a chemist and use real laboratory equipment to identify mystery powders and create new substances.

See how a flame can be used to identify a chemical and discover the beauty and wonder of chemical reactions.

Curriculum links

Key stage 2
Chemistry
  • States of matter
  • Properties and changes of materials
  • Working scientifically
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By the end of the workshops students will have discovered:

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How labs are designed to help scientists use chemicals safely.

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How to use a range of lab equipment such as pipettes, Bunsen burners, funnels, and spatulas.

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How scientists identify unknown chemicals.

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What happens when chemicals react with one another, such as change of colour, change of temperature, change from liquid to solid.

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How scientists create new substances by mixing chemicals together.

School trip prices

Please note: there is a small price increase from September 2024 – full details.

Teachers and adult helpers go FREE!
Workshop only
£5.00 per pupil
Workshop and science centre visit
£10.00 per pupil
Post-visit resource

I’m a scientist (online) sessions

£30.00 per class

What other teachers say...

‘We have had a fantastic day! The staff have all been very friendly and knowledgeable. The children really enjoyed themselves.

Saltburn Primary School

“The children loved their visit, especially being in the lab. The Chemistry workshop covered a huge amount of practical work which was excellent for the children. Thank you – so much of the KS2 syllabus content covered. Perfect!”

Cundall Manor School