Interactive School Workshops in Portsmouth

Solving Mysteries with the CSI Journey

The CSI Journey is one of our most sought-after school workshops in Portsmouth, highly recommended for cultivating scientific reasoning in a fun and physical way. Children step into the role of forensic investigators and explore practical science topics including DNA, fibres, fingerprints and footprints.

Pupils work collaboratively to unravel the mystery of the stolen Venus Diamond. They:

– Mark off a mock crime scene
– Analyse key evidence from the case
– Rebuild a DNA strand using interactive blocks
– Determine and vote on who they believe committed the crime

This workshop promotes teamwork, boosts confidence in scientific thinking, and is particularly effective in hall spaces or large classrooms.

Digging Up Curiosity with the Jurassic Journey

For younger year groups or those fascinated by prehistoric creatures, the Jurassic Dig Journey takes students on a hands-on fossil hunt. Pupils explore sandboxes to uncover replica bones from dinosaurs like the Stegosaurus and Triceratops, learning how to classify their finds and develop an understanding of plants and animals over time.

To enrich the experience, AR features allow children to visualise what these massive creatures looked like in motion. Pupils can also ask questions about diet, habitats and extinction processes. For a special finale, schools can request a visit from Reggie, our life-like animatronic T-Rex, who makes a memorable appearance with lifelike sounds and movement.

Codebreaking Through History with the WW2 Journey

Step into a critical chapter of British history with our WW2 Codebreaking Journey. Designed to support cross-curricular learning across computing, history and PSHE, pupils are transported back to 1940 to take on the role of intelligence officers breaking enemy codes.

Children engage in:

– Morse Code decoding activities
– Problem-solving with cipher wheels
– Physical tasks simulating code decryption
– Team-based decision-making to stop a fictional invasion

By balancing technology, storytelling and strategy, this workshop builds skills in logic, STEM and communication, all while exploring an important historical narrative.

Inspiring Scientific Discovery with VR Journeys

Our portable VR Journeys offer a window into impossible-to-reach places, perfect for visualising abstract scientific ideas. Schools in Portsmouth can book interactive sessions on a variety of topics, including:

– The Miniworlds VR Journey – explore the world from a minibeast’s viewpoint inside anthills and gardens.
– The Human Body VR Journey – dive into body systems and assemble life-size skeletons.
– The Space VR Journey – travel through our solar system and interact with planets.
– The Sport and VR Journey – race in real time and tour famous Olympic venues with speed challenge sensors.
– The Under the Sea VR Journey – immerse in coral reef ecosystems and learn about marine conservation.

A brilliant option for KS1 and KS2 pupils, these sessions reinforce classroom learning through movement, visuals and hands-on interaction.

Exploring Movement and Culture with the Indian Dance Journey

The Indian Dance Journey is a joyful and active way to introduce traditional heritage through physical expression. Pupils learn basics of Kathak dance, one of India’s classical storytelling dance forms, along with symbolic hand gestures known as Mudras.

The experience connects with RE, cultural weeks, and themed assemblies, offering children a chance to explore rhythm, music and personal expression in a global context. It builds an appreciation for cultural diversity in a format that gets the whole class moving.