Our unique workshops and story-telling sessions are linked to the national STEM curriculum.
School workshops
Browse our workshops
Available for a limited time only!
Key stage 3
Mathematics
Physics
Working scientifically
T. rex vs Triceratops
Students will adopt the role of a palaeontologist and learn how we have come to know about life as a dinosaur.
Meets Gatsby Benchmark 4
Key stage 3
Electricity
Generating Electricity
Discover the science behind how electricity is generated
Meets Gatsby Benchmark 4
Key stage 3
Physics
Working scientifically
Making Waves
Explore the science of waves by experimenting with light, water and sound.
Meets Gatsby Benchmark 4
Key stage 3
Biology
Chemistry
A Question of Climate
Through a series of lab-based activities and demonstrations, students will investigate the chemical reactions behind the carbon cycle.
Meets Gatsby Benchmark 4
Key stage 3
Space
Our Place in Space Plus
Explore planet Earth and the solar system in Life’s immersive planetarium.
Meets Gatsby Benchmark 4
Key stage 3
Key stage 4 and post-16
Biology
Heart, Lungs and Blood Dissection
Students will discover the fascinating anatomy of sheep's heart and lungs in this hands-on dissection workshop.
Meets Gatsby Benchmark 4
Key stage 3
Biology
Working scientifically
DNA Detectives
Discover how forensic scientists analyse DNA found at crime scenes to help solve crimes in this hands-on, interactive workshop.
Meets Gatsby Benchmark 4
Key stage 3
Biology
Chemistry
Mathematics
Working scientifically
Outbreak Z
Students will discover if they have what it takes to survive a zombie apocalypse in this escape room style workshop.
Combine your workshop with a science centre visit
No school trip would be complete without a visit to our science centre
We provide exciting, interactive zones and activities which are designed to inspire and entertain students of all ages and abilities.
We’re not like a museum where you’ll find stuff in cases and be expected to look and not touch. At Life, students will be encouraged to get stuck in: explore, create, have fun. Our friendly Explainers are always around to answer questions, explain activities and suggest new things to try.
Frequently asked questions
To check availability and to make a school booking, please call our bookings line on 0191 243 8223, Monday to Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm. Queries can be made by emailing info@life.org.uk, but bookings should be made by phone.
We offer different packages for schools. Most often, schools will book a workshop and science centre visit.
You class(es) will visit our exhibitions that are appropriate to their age and a Planetarium show or Live Science Show will also be included (unfortunately we’re unable to guarantee both shows).
We provide you with a bespoke itinerary for your day, if you’re bringing more than one class each class will have their own itinerary.
They are provided on arrival, unfortunately we’re unable to send these out prior to your visit.