School Workshops
New for Space Week 2026! Space Science: Rocket Heroes
Every time we send a rocket into space, new heroes are born. The astronauts themselves, of course – but also the countless scientists, technologists, engineers and mathematicians who make those astronauts’ journeys possible. So, tying in perfectly with the theme of World Space Week 2026, The Rocket Revolution, Space Science: Rocket Heroes gives us all an opportunity to celebrate the lives and achievements of some of those who have made that revolution possible.
Introduction
Rather than relying on “whizz bang” experiments or outlandish props, our creative science workshops harness a range of immersive techniques (including drama and games) to cement prior learning, clarify difficult concepts, introduce new content and extend thinking. Highly engaging, packed with content (and often very funny!), Space Science: Rocket Heroes can accommodate the whole of up to a two-form entry school in a single day, compromising …
An interactive assembly, The Search for Life, demonstrating exactly why humans are so interested in rockets and rocketry.
Workshops (one per year group), exploring Rocket Heroes who perhaps sometimes slip under the radar – but who have all played their part in the Rocket Revolution.
EYFS/P1: The Search for the Stars … a look at the space shuttles that built the International Space Station – and at the extraordinary Mae Jemison, the first Black woman to go into space!
Years 1 & 2/P3 & P3: The Search for the Moon … an exploration of the enormous Saturn V rocket that took the crew of Apollo 11 to the moon – and of the two courageous men, Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin, who first set foot on our nearest neighbour.
| Year Groups | EYFS-KS3 |
|---|---|
| Curriculum | Science |
| Pupil Numbers | 60 pupils per workshop |
| Duration | 30 minutes upwards (depending on how many classes) |
Years 3 & 4/P4 & P5: The Search for Perfection … an investigation of the enormous lengths that mathematicians and engineers have gone to in order to both get humans into space and bring them back safely – and of Katherine Johnson and Mary Jackson, without whom space science would still be in the Stone Age!
Years 5 & 6/P6 & P7: The Search for Safety … bringing to life the frantic pace of the early days of the Space Race as milestone after milestone was reached – and celebrating the cold, hungry and lonely dog found on the streets who, with her new name of Laika, became the world’s first spacedog and made rockets much safer for the humans who came after her.
Workshop FAQs
How many pupils can take part?
Space Science: Rocket Heroes can accommodate up-to 60 pupils per workshop.
What is the format of the day?
Workshops for up to 2 classes at a time, together with – if you wish it – an opening assembly.
Are there any technical requirements?
Access to a projector and screen.
Where will the workshops take place?
These workshops will require the use of the school hall.
Workshop Testimonials
“The children loved the workshop. They were highly engaged and were chatting about it after each session. Lots of positive energy and there was a buzz in the workshops.
I cannot praise Jo Stokes enough. Her communication and adaptability around our school closures due to the heat was exceptional. She was so forthcoming and flexible with our changes and strived to make timetables work so that all children could be seen. Many members of staff commented on her vivacity, energy and how she commanded such large audiences. She is fantastic!”
“The children loved the workshops and were fully engaged with the activities and the learning. They learnt some surprising new facts about our world and the creatures in it! They loved the way this was presented and enjoyed the inclusive and interactive nature of the workshops. Why haven’t I thought of presenting new information in this way before?!”
“I just wanted to say thank you to your company for delivering such a fantastic science workshop/assembly. Communication was excellent throughout the process, and the feedback from teachers has been very positive. The children absolutely loved it—they were engaged the whole time. Josh was especially great with them, and it really showed. We’re really pleased with how everything went and will definitely be looking to book again!”
“All were engaged and enthusiastic – the assembly was well pitched and interactive, as were the workshops. The students gained an understanding of mathematics being used for real life problem solving outside of the classroom. Zoe, our facilitator was excellent – fun and warm, engaging with the children.”
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