School visits for The Look Out

Shows for school groups

We offer shows for school groups, available at additional cost.

Bugs and beasties / Nature explorer

24 April 2019 to 19 July 2019

This show is split into 2 halves.

Part one of the session is an interactive show covering topics such as food chains, habitats and animal classifications.

In part 2, we head into the forest for a bug hunt.

Animals and humans

4 September 2019 to 19 December 2019 and 6 January 2020 to 3 April 2020

This show involves completing challenges to build the ultimate animal. We will look at habitats and survival needs. We will compare, contrast and group animals by what they eat and look at different groups of animals.

We will also look at food chains and life cycles.

Fire and light

4 September 2019 to 19 December 2019

This show looks at the sources of light on our planet. It considers the properties of fire and how chemicals can react with each other. What does a candle need to keep burning? Which creatures create their own light? What is the fire triangle? Come and marvel at our tornado of fire! This show will excite your children while covering a range of basic science principles.

Forces and magnets

6 January 2020 to 3 April 2020

Discover the world of forces and magnets in this fun interactive science show. This show covers different types of energy and forces including magnetic, friction, gravity and nuclear as well as using hands-on experiments within the show.

For KS1 it will also cover everyday materials.

Backpacks

Backpacks are a great way to work with pupils in small groups to discover the environment outside or inside The Look Out. Using the backpacks involves a short walk, stopping at various points and concentrating on national curriculum themed activities.

Backpacks can be hired in advance and are self-led experiences. Each backpack is suitable for up to 6 pupils and 1 leader.

Nature explorers

For 4 to 8 year olds

Themes:

colour
texture
life cycles
leaves
story telling

Materials detectives

For 8 to 11 year olds

Themes:

magnets
materials
rocks and trees
consolidating learning

Prices

Our prices for school visits are as follows.

Table showing school visit costs
School visit prices	Cost per child
Entry per child (pre-booked)	£4.95
Show admission	£1.95
Backpack hire	£1.95
Souvenir of your visit (pre-booked)	from 80p
Make a badge activity	£1
Orienteering map/woodland map	£1

Supervision

We ask that there is one adult for every four pupils for Foundation and Early Years groups.

For KS1 and KS2, we ask that you bring one adult for every 6 pupils.

We offer free admission to accompanying adults in school groups, including carers for pupils with SEN.

Accessibility

We offer free admission to dedicated carers. There is full wheelchair access throughout the centre with the exception of the 22m tower.

Assistance dogs are welcome. There are hearing loops in seminar room and reception area.

We have a Changing Places toilet which is accessed with a RADAR key.

Visit the gift shop

Our well stocked gift shop offers an excellent range of gifts, including many under £3. Why not include a trip to the gift shop as part of your day?

It's a great way for the children to practice their maths and experience spending money and budgeting.

Pre-ordered gift bags

If you would prefer to pre-order our themed gift bags for your group, we'll be happy to have them ready for the day of your visit. Using our gift bags can save time on the day and allow you to control the spend of your group.

Ask for more information when you contact us to make your booking.

Risk assessment

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Contact information

The Look Out Discovery Centre

01344 354400

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