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.
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Royal Observatory Greenwich Schools Programme 2026
Looking for learning sessions that are out of this world? Then look no more! The Royal Observatory's onsite learning programme is restarting in January 2026 with new workshops for Early Years and KS1, with KS2 starting from Easter 2026.
Can't make it to us in person or are a secondary school? We also have a whole suite of online workshops running each week, for all key stages.
Early Years and KS1
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Discovery Day based at the National Maritime Museum
We are kicking off our EYFS and KS1 Discovery Days at the National Maritime Museum in January 2026. These days will include two curriculum-linked workshops in which groups will explore the theme of space with multi-sensory activities and storytelling.
Each Discovery Day will include a lunch space and a self-guided visit of the National Maritime Museum.
Capacity: 30 children per session
Cost: £100
What's included?
What is included in an EYFS/KS1 Discovery Day
Zoom to the Moon workshop
What would you pack in your suitcase for a trip to the Moon? Our space explorer Ted is going on a journey to the Moon and you’re invited!
In this interactive multi-sensory workshop students will:
- Learn about the needs of humans (and teddy bears) in space
- Explore the surface of the Moon using the senses
- Discover what a space mission is really all about
Where am I? workshop
It’s hard for our minds to take in the vastness of Space. This interactive workshop explores our place in the Solar System and beyond.
In this session, students will:
- Learn about the Sun and how it powers our Solar System
- Explore how and why all the planets are so different
- Discover what’s beyond our Solar System and reflect on our place in space.
Lunch
Each Discovery Day includes a lunch space for each class as part of the schedule.
Self-guided visit of the National Maritime Museum
Each Discovery Day schedule includes time to explore the National Maritime Museum with your pupils. Trails are available upon request on the day of your visit.
Ready to book?
Great!
When you are ready to book, click the link below to enquire about your visit with us.
We are currently open for EYFS/KS1 on-site bookings until March 2026. Dates for the 2026 Summer Term will open in January.
Other Key Stages
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A top secret new in person programme for KS2 and up will go live after Easter 2026, including the piloting of new SEND sessions. To learn more please visit www.rmg.co.uk/ROGschools
We are also running weekly online Digital Outreach sessions for Key Stages 2, 3, 4 and 5 covering a wide range of Astronomy topics, including a new careers focused workshop.
Digital sessions - find out more
Royal Observatory science lesson ideas and resources
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