The Royal Observatory Greenwich’s Astronomy team has temporarily moved to the National Maritime Museum whilst we undergo an exciting regeneration project!
We’ll be running brand new digital sessions for Key Stages 2 and up from January 2026, as well as in-person Early Years and Key Stage 1 programming. A top-secret new in-person programme for KS2 and up will go live after Easter 2026, including the piloting of new SEND sessions.
If you are interested in visiting the Royal Observatory for a self-guided visit only, you can enquire about this via our Enquiry Form.
To keep up to date on announcements and news, sign up to our Schools Newsletter.
At the Royal Observatory Greenwich we want to inspire and assist in the learning of all things space and astronomy!
On this page, you will find information about our schools programme, our free classroom activities and digital resources, along with opportunities for teachers and students to get more involved with our programmes.
You can also download our leaflets:
If you're interested in maritime, history, and art school sessions, you can check out the other learning programmes at other Royal Museums Greenwich sites here.
Astronomy On-site Schools Programme
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Bookings for our onsite schools programme for the 2026 Spring Term are now open! Take a look at our onsite programme to see what sessions we have on offer. All sessions will take place at the National Maritime Museum
Sessions for EYFS and Key Stage 1 are available for booking now.
Details of programming for Key Stage 2 and up will be available in early 2026.
Each Discovery Day will include a lunch space and a self-guided visit of the National Maritime Museum.
Cost: £100 per class (up to 30 children per class)
Onsite sessions - find out more
If you are interested in visiting the Royal Observatory for a self-guided visit only, you can enquire about this via our Enquiry Form.
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Expanded Digital Programme (nationwide)
Bring the Royal Observatory Greenwich Astronomers into your classroom, wherever you are in the UK. Our digital sessions are interactive, curriculum-linked, and led live by our expert astronomers and educators.
Cost:
Solo workshop with an astronomer (just your class): £70
Workshop Webinar with an astronomer (with other schools and classes): £15
Solo workshops can be held on Teams or Zoom, and Workshop Webinars are Zoom only.
Digital sessions - find out more
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Classroom resources
Royal Observatory astronomers have spent years creating a vast catalogue curriculum linked, Key Stage specific resources to support teachers in the classroom. Whether you’re after a video or hands-on activity on STEM subjects, this is the place to find them!
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Extra resources
Here's a selection of extra things teachers and students might be interested in!
Think Space lectures
Listen to astrophysicists talk about cutting-edge research in space science with our free online lectures.
Astronomy Ambassadors Group
Meet other like-minded young people between 16 and 21 years old and become a part of the Royal Observatory's future
Space and astronomy highlights in 2025
What's worth looking up for in 2025? Discover this year's must-see moments with Royal Observatory astronomers
Audiomoves in Space – a podcast for little learners
Young listeners will love this space-themed podcast, created by Peut-Être Theatre in partnership with Royal Observatory Greenwich
Astronomy blog
Read our monthly guides to the night sky, and check out the latest news from the Royal Observatory Greenwich astronomy team
Royal Observatory Greenwich Schools Podcasts
Discover a selection of podcasts from the Astronomers at the Royal Observatory in Greenwich, with topics including night sky highlights, cutting-edge science and astronomy careers.
Teacher opportunities and training
Find out how to connect with us and what we can offer you
Sign up to our mailing list
Be the first to find out about the development of our schools programme and new learning resources.
Teacher Forum
Find out more about our Teacher Forum for primary and secondary education
CPD and ITT teacher training with the Royal Observatory Greenwich
We offer free training for teachers and trainee teachers
Online FREE Primary Teacher Training Course
The science learning team have teamed up with FutureLearn to create our first ever online course designed specifically for teachers and teachers in training at primary level.
Online FREE Secondary Teacher Training Course
The science learning team have teamed up with FutureLearn once again, to create an online course designed specifically for teachers and teachers in training at secondary level.
Networks and forums
Find out more about networks for presenters and forums for teachers and community leaders at Royal Museums Greenwich
Student opportunities and further learning
Check out the resources and experiences we have on offer for your students to help them explore astronomy further
Astronomy Ambassadors Group
Meet other like-minded young people between 16 and 21 years old and become a part of the Royal Observatory's future
Work Experience
Gain valuable skills with work experience at Royal Museums Greenwich
Astronomy careers information
If you're interested in a career in astronomy or space science we'd love to help you get started.