Miniworlds Journey: Minibeast VR Workshop for Primary Schools and Early Years
Giant Journeys brings Miniworlds Journey, a virtual reality minibeast workshop, into primary schools across the UK and Ireland, delivered in your hall. Pupils explore forests, soil and gardens in 360 degree VR. Every year group can take part, with a strong focus on EYFS and Key Stage 1. Sessions run 45 minutes, up to six a day, with all headsets provided.
An unforgettable Virtual Reality adventure into the hidden world of minibeasts.
Pupils journey through forests, soil and gardens in immersive 360°, meeting insects and invertebrates like never before.
This thrilling exploration brings the secret lives of beetles, butterflies and spiders to life, right in your school.
Ready to explore the tiny world beneath our feet?
This immersive journey sparks curiosity and inspires a love for nature through discovery and exploration.
Overview
- Up to 6 sessions per day
- 45 minute sessions
- Suitable for all year groups, with a strong focus on EYFS and KS1
- Interactive exploration of insects and small creatures
- All VR headsets and equipment provided
- Focus on observation, classification and habitats
- Strong foundation science curriculum links
- Delivered indoors in a hall or large classroom
Using Virtual Reality, children are transported into the fascinating micro-world of minibeasts, where tiny creatures become larger than life.
They journey through vibrant virtual habitats, exploring forests, gardens and underground environments while observing insects up close in immersive 360°.
This experience allows pupils to notice details they would never normally see, helping them understand how insects move, feed and survive in their natural environments.
From the twisting tunnels of ant colonies to the shimmering wings of butterflies in flight, children explore lifecycles, habitats and survival strategies in a way that feels exciting and memorable.
As they move through each habitat, pupils are encouraged to pause, observe carefully and talk about what they see, building early scientific language and confidence.
The journey supports learning around classification and habitats, helping children understand the important roles minibeasts play within the wider ecosystem.
Guided by our experienced facilitator, the workshop is carefully tailored to primary curriculum goals and adapted to suit different ages and abilities.
By blending cutting-edge VR with real-world discussion and questioning, pupils develop curiosity, observation skills and a growing love for the natural world.
Children leave the session inspired to look more closely at the world around them and excited to continue their learning beyond the classroom.
What Will Your Students Do?
Explore Minibeast Habitats
Travel through forests, soil and gardens to see where insects live.
Observe Insects Up Close
Study beetles, butterflies, spiders and more in immersive detail.
Learn About Lifecycles
Discover how minibeasts grow, change and survive.
Build Scientific Skills
Develop observation, classification and discussion skills through guided exploration.
Why Schools Love the Miniworlds Journey
Questions teachers ask before booking
How much does a minibeast workshop cost?
A half day is £450 plus VAT for up to four sessions. A full day is £650 plus VAT for up to six sessions. Tailored quotes are available for larger schools or longer bookings.
Which year groups can take part?
All year groups, with a strong focus on EYFS and Key Stage 1. The facilitator adapts the session to different ages and abilities.
How long is each session?
Each session runs 45 minutes, with up to six sessions in one day.
What do pupils do in the session?
In VR, pupils journey through forests, gardens and underground habitats. They watch beetles, butterflies and spiders up close. They explore lifecycles and habitats, then talk about what they saw.
What does the school need to provide?
A hall or large classroom. All VR headsets and equipment are provided.
How does it link to the curriculum?
The session focuses on observation, classification and habitats, with strong links to the foundation science curriculum.
Does it work for Early Years?
Yes. The journey has a strong focus on EYFS and Key Stage 1, and the facilitator adapts the pace and discussion to the youngest pupils.
Where do you travel to?
Schools across the UK and Ireland.
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- Pricing: A half day is four hundred and fifty pounds plus VAT for up to four sessions. A full day is six hundred and fifty pounds plus VAT for up to six sessions.
- Locations: The towns and regions we travel to across the UK and Ireland.
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Ready to Bring the Miniworlds Journey Into Your School?
A fully immersive minibeasts workshop that sparks curiosity, supports science learning and inspires children to explore the natural world.