Astronomy workshops for your school or group
When your class or group blasts off with Mission Astro on one of our astronomy workshops, each and every student is encouraged to contribute to get the most out of their experience. We travel through the cosmos without leaving the classroom, building creativity while learning about science. At Mission Astro, we believe that learning should be fun, engaging and relatable; expect lots of laughter, inspirational stories and forming of fresh core memories with science.
Are you and your team ready for your own space odyssey?
Trusted by the National Space Academy and the Institute of Astronomy, Cambridge University to deliver workshops.
EYFS and Key Stage 1: Astronomy Workshops
Telescope Quest
Allow your EYFS or KS1 students to use a scientific telescope first-hand for the very first time. If you book this workshop in a time where it’s light outside, students will be able to locate hidden toys inside the classroom with the telescope. If your workshop is booked when the sky is dark, your students will learn how to use a telescope to find the moon or a planet. We combine the telescope task with space stories to capture their curiosity early and inspire a love for space that only grows as they do.
Key Stage 2 & Key Stage 3: Space Workshops
Time Hop
Tailored and differentiated for learner types, ‘Time Hop’ begins with a listening session before a kinaesthetic activity, allowing your students to test their learning by doing. Learners are taught about the patterns and treasures in the sky, before exploring the concept of light and how it travels across the universe. ‘The Plough’ asterism is explored now and in the past. Then, students work together to make their own ‘light up’ version of the asterism ‘The Plough’ using our custom-designed LED kit.
Alien Landings
An extremely thrilling workshop: asteroids, meteorites and craters! Thrill your KS2 or KS3 students with adventures that orbit the Sun, tackling space-monsters like asteroids and meteoroids. We begin with a 30-minute presentation about space rocks and the effect they have on Earth with a built-in Q&A session, followed by an interactive quiz which students always find exciting! In the second half of the session, students will all build their own meteor mosaic and see our out-of-this-world meteorite collection.
Hot Choc Star Hop
Explore the night sky and the treasures it holds with a mug of delicious hot chocolate. We deliver a talk about the beautiful gems that are dazzling in the heavens and we put learning into practice, allowing every student to get enchanted in our stargazing activity. If conditions are not clear and the clouds impair our views, we have an exciting Plan B up our sleeves; quizzes (with prizes), engaging worksheets, additional presentations and use of the Stellarium App for a digital stargazing experience.
The Voyage To The Ice Realm
This workshop offers a unique opportunity for students; the chance to plan and play-out a space mission to a glistening water world orbiting mighty Saturn. We combine maths and space exploration with mosaic making, drawing and videography to create an enjoyable and captivating experience for students. We dive into the mysterious and eruptive ice moon, Enceladus, as we carve out a route to visit there. This workshop really brings out the creative side of students of all ages and abilities.
Mega Meteors
Our Mega Meteors workshop is a fusion of exciting astronomy, world geography, rock chemistry and mosaic art. We use a cross-curricular approach to maximise learning and enjoyment for teachers and students alike! With quizzes, mosaic construction and an interactive presentation from an expert astronomer, there’s never a dull moment on this Earth-shattering adventure.
Key Stage 4 & Key Stage 5: Space Workshops
Interstellar Evacuation
In a scenario where the Earth has become uninhabitable, this workshop explores our options for other planets to escape to. Students are immersed in the world of thundering modern age rockets and empowered to make bold choices about how and where they would venture if they had to leave the Solar System. With teamwork taking a key role, students are given the opportunity to see where their GCSE topics can lead humanity; all while becoming acquainted with our Solar neighbourhood.
Our workshops in action
We have delivered our workshops as part of large funded outreach programmes organised by the National Space Academy as well as the Institute of Astronomy, University of Cambridge.
We pride ourselves on creating and delivering inspirational and modern astronomy workshops and it is a privilege to work alongside such respected organisations to bring astronomy education to students in the UK.
Book Bespoke Space Workshops
No matter what age your group is, so long as they have a keen interest and fascination with the galaxies and the treasures they hold, we can tailor a workshop just for you.
To book a bespoke astronomy workshop for your group(s), simply hit the Enquiries button below, fill in the contact form and we’ll be in touch to send you a customised plan.
WARNING! Our workshops are known to create huge space ambitions and curiosity in students and teachers alike! With time and nurturing, these side effects will grow! We encourage big dreams!