Key Stage 3 School Visits

Key stage 3 sessions offer students the opportunity to handle Museum specimens and take part in object-based activities involving group work and discussion. In addition to the workshops below, we are happy to tailor sessions for your students and curriculum needs.
Sessions can be combined with a visit to the Botanic Garden or the Museum of the History of Science. Please use our booking form or send us an e mail.

Dinosaur Day - Information Sheet

Dinosaur Day: Ideas and Evidence

How do scientists use evidence to explore the unknown? Students handle a variety of types of fossil evidence, and use a range of skills to find out how scientists build up an accurate idea of the prehistoric world and how this idea changes as new evidence is discovered.

The Colour of Nature - Information Sheet

The Colour of Nature

Why are there so many colours in the natural world? This practical workshop links key stage 3 biology and physics, and encourages students to consider what colour is, the different ways it is produced and how it is an adaptation in the natural world.

Large fossil ammonite on display in the Museum

Museum Maths - Info Sheet

Museum Maths

Why do we see so many patterns in nature? This cross-curricular session considers the significance of symmetry in the natural world and links with a session at the Museum of the History of Science.

Information for Visiting Schools

Plan your school's visit

Information on session charges, lunches, parking and booking procedures.

School Bookings

Make a booking enquiry

To make a booking enquiry, visit our group booking page, email education@oum.ox.ac.uk or call 01865 282451.

'Days like these are really useful. They provide students with excellent information and an experience of a different style of teaching. Excellent update for teachers too!'

- Secondary school teacher