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Best Wild Animal Science Workshop for Primary Schools

Wild Animals Children with VR headsets

When animals stop being pictures Every primary teacher knows the moment. You show a photo of a tiger or a shark and the class politely nods. They’ve seen animals before — books, TV, the internet. But put that same child face-to-face with the animal, even virtually, and everything changes. Suddenly the questions come faster than […]

Discover the Hidden World of Minibeasts in a Virtual Reality Workshop

forest floor with minibeasts

Imagine a class of Reception children sitting cross-legged on the carpet. One child puts on a headset… and suddenly gasps. “Wow. The grass is huge.” In that moment, learning changes. They’re no longer looking at pictures of insects. They’ve shrunk to ant size and stepped into a living, breathing miniworld. That’s what a Miniworlds VR […]

Bring Ocean Learning to Life with an Under the Sea VR Workshop

Tropical fish and a turtle swim above a coral reef

Imagine your students swimming with dolphins. Picture them exploring vibrant coral reefs. Think about them coming face to face with a great white shark. All without leaving your classroom. An Under the Sea VR workshop makes this possible. This immersive experience transforms marine biology lessons into unforgettable underwater adventures. Primary schools across the UK are […]

Leonardo da Vinci drew the body from outside—VR lets children explore from within

Leonardo da Vinci spent years drawing the human body from the outside. Yet he wrote “The human body is a machine,” and VR finally lets children see that machine in action. Picture this: it’s 1628. William Harvey, an English physician with more curiosity than social grace, is about to publish a theory that will nearly […]

Transform Learning with VR in Northamptonshire Schools

Three children wearing virtual reality headsets sit in front of a backdrop of planets and stars.

Virtual Reality is changing how children learn. Instead of just reading or listening, students can now explore new environments, interact with content, and connect ideas in a far more engaging way. Through VR, lessons come to life, letting children go on adventures through time, enter space, dive under the sea, and even travel inside the […]

Choosing VR Workshops for UK Schools

Choosing VR Workshops for UK Schools can sometimes feel tricky, especially with so many exciting options. Virtual Reality (VR) adds another layer to this decision. It opens the door to experiences that bring learning to life, letting pupils explore topics in a way that sticks with them. From diving under the sea to walking through ancient […]

How VR Brings Science Lessons to Life in Schools

Virtual Reality Science Workshops

The future of learning is here and it’s changing the way kids experience education. Virtual reality, or VR, is stepping into classrooms and transforming ordinary science lessons into thrilling adventures. Picture a place where young minds can travel to the depths of the ocean or the surface of Mars, all while sitting in the school […]

Why use AR and VR in education?

Child wearing a virtual reality headset labeled "GIANT JOURNEYS" in a classroom setting.

We believe that one thing that sets Giant Journeys apart from other companies delivering VR Workshops in primary schools is our use of technology.  Research has shown that incorporating Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) into education can significantly enhance children’s learning experiences. Here are some key findings and statistics: Increased Engagement Studies have […]