Looking for learning sessions that are out of this world? Then look no further! Due to a transformation project at the Royal Observatory Greenwich, our exciting new onsite learning programme is taking place at the National Maritime Museum.
Any class booking into any of our onsite sessions at the National Maritime Museum will also be able to visit our historic site at the Royal Observatory for free! Classes looking for a stand-alone visit to the historic site are charged at £1 a person.
Can't make it to us in person? We also have a whole suite of online workshops for all key stages.
We also teach GCSE Astronomy! This runs in person at the weekend over the course of one year, from September - May. Please email ROGEducation@rmg.co.uk for more information.
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Early Years and KS1
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Discovery Day based at the National Maritime Museum
These days will include a curriculum-linked workshop in which groups will explore the theme of the Moon with multi-sensory activities and storytelling, and an Animals in Space planetarium show.
Each Discovery Day will include a lunch space and a self-guided visit of our new Astronomers Take Over exhibition.
Capacity: 30 children per session
Cost: £160
Information for students with additional access needs can be found at the bottom of the page.
Key Stage 2
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Discovery Day at the National Maritime Museum
Alongside our fantastic digital sessions we have an exciting new discovery day programme.
KS2 Discovery Days at the National Maritime Museum will include a space-tastic Science Theatre Show, access to the new Astronomers Take Over exhibition, which includes a planetarium show, and access to a lunch space.
These Discovery Days will take place on Mondays and Thursdays.
Capacity: 30 children per session
Cost: £160
Information for students with additional access needs can be found at the bottom of the page.
KS3 and KS4
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Secondary Discovery Day at the National Maritime Museum
Secondary Discovery Days for KS3 and KS4 at the National Maritime Museum will include a planetarium show, a visit to the new Astronomers Take Over exhibition and the ZWO Astronomy Photographer of the Year exhibition.
Capacity: 30 students per session
Cost: £160
Available on select Mondays and Thursdays in November 2026, February and April 2027 only.
Information for students with additional access needs can be found at the bottom of the page.
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Access information
Please contact ROGEducation@rmg.co.uk if you have further questions, we're happy to help.
Do you have a visual story?
We have a visual guide available for KS1 and KS2 visits. Please contact the team at ROGEducation@rmg.co.uk if you require further information.
Are all spaces wheelchair accessible?
All spaces used in the National Maritime Museum are wheelchair accessible, although the lifts used to access the Lecture Theatre have size and weight limits. Contact ROGEducation@rmg.co.uk if you had further questions.
Do you have provision for blind or partially sighted audience members?
There is a hard copy of the presentation used in the Unboxing the Universe show which can be used by an audience member to look at images close up if desired. If requested, certain props can be touched or handled before or after the show by blind or partially sighted audience members. Please let us know in advance of your visit and we can ensure staff and materials are prepared for your student!
Where can I find further information?
Please explore our accessibility web page. You can also email ROGEducation@rmg.co.uk.
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