British Science Week 2026 is just around the corner (6-15 March), and this year’s theme couldn’t be more perfect for what we do at EduPeopleVR: Curiosity: what’s your question?
Science begins with questions. Why does that happen? How does this work? What would happen if? These questions drive discovery, fuel learning, and transform pupils from passive receivers of information into active explorers of the world around them.
This British Science Week, we’re helping schools across the north of England turn curiosity into unforgettable learning experiences through our customisable VR workshops. For only £600 for a full day, you can transport up to 180 of your pupils to the far reaches of the Earth and outer space to explore these BIG questions.
What Makes British Science Week Such an Opportunity?
British Science Week is a ten-day celebration of science, technology, engineering, and maths (STEM). It’s an opportunity to transform how pupils see science, to ignite curiosity that lasts far beyond the ten days of celebration, and to show every child that science is for them.
Yet too often, schools struggle to make this celebration truly memorable. Budget constraints limit educational visits. Museum trips can only accommodate one class at a time. And the biggest questions in science remain frustratingly abstract when confined to classroom walls.
With educational visits increasingly out of reach, particularly for rural schools, many are left asking: how do we create that moment of wonder that sparks genuine scientific curiosity when we can’t leave the building?
The Power of Immersion
That’s where immersive technology comes in. At EduPeopleVR, our mission is simple: to enhance and enrich your curriculum using immersive technology. Our curriculum-aligned VR workshops draw on nearly 15 years of primary teaching and curriculum leadership experience to create unforgettable educational experiences that students don’t just observe—they feel and live.
We deliver VR workshops in schools across the North of England (including Darlington, North Yorkshire, Tees Valley, and County Durham) with a special focus on those hard-to-reach rural schools where enrichment opportunities are often most limited.
Virtual reality doesn’t replace excellent teaching. It enhances it. It provides that moment of wonder that sparks genuine curiosity, the kind that leads pupils to ask deeper questions and seek their own answers.
Our British Science Week Workshops: Designed Around Your Curriculum
We understand that British Science Week needs to work for you, not the other way round. That’s why our workshops are completely customisable based on your curriculum requirements, your pupils’ year group, and your specific learning objectives.
Here are some of the suggested topics we’ll be delivering for British Science Week 2026:
What Lies Beyond Our Solar System?
One of our most popular workshop themes takes pupils on an epic journey beyond the familiar planets into the vast expanse of deep space.
Pupils will explore questions like: What exists in the space between star systems? How do scientists discover planets orbiting distant stars? Could there be life elsewhere in the universe?
Through immersive VR, pupils experience the staggering scale of space in a way that no diagram or video can convey. They’ll witness the birth of stars in stellar nurseries, observe different types of galaxies, and contemplate humanity’s place in an almost incomprehensibly vast cosmos.
Suddenly, exoplanets aren’t just a vocabulary word—they’re worlds they’ve visited. The concept of light years isn’t just an abstract measurement—it’s a distance they’ve comprehended. And the vocabulary of astronomy becomes embedded through lived, emotional experience.
This workshop links beautifully with upper Key Stage 2 science topics around Earth and space, but it’s also perfect for sparking cross-curricular work in literacy, mathematics, and even philosophy.
What Is an Ecosystem?
Understanding ecosystems can be challenging when you’re standing in a classroom. How do you truly grasp the interconnected relationships between organisms, their environment, and each other without seeing it in action?
Our ecosystem workshop transports pupils into thriving natural environments where they can observe these relationships first-hand. They’ll explore questions like: How do plants and animals depend on each other? What happens when one element of an ecosystem changes? How do humans impact ecosystems?
Pupils might find themselves standing in a tropical rainforest, exploring a coral reef, or investigating a woodland habitat closer to home. The immersive nature of VR allows pupils to see what’s often invisible in textbooks: the dynamic, living relationships that make ecosystems function.
Suddenly, food webs aren’t just arrows on a diagram—they’re living relationships they’ve witnessed. Habitats aren’t just descriptions in a textbook—they’re environments they’ve explored. And the vocabulary of ecology becomes embedded through lived, emotional experience.
This workshop aligns perfectly with science curriculum requirements across Key Stages 1 and 2, covering topics from living things and their habitats to animals including humans.
Which Animal Is Designed Best for Its Habitat?
This workshop invites pupils to investigate one of nature’s most fascinating questions: how have animals evolved to thrive in their specific environments?
Pupils will explore diverse habitats and the creatures perfectly adapted to them. They’ll examine questions like: Why do polar bears have thick fur whilst desert foxes have large ears? How do fish gills work differently from mammal lungs? What makes a chameleon’s camouflage so effective?
Through VR, pupils can observe animals in their natural environments, getting close enough to examine adaptations that would be impossible to see otherwise. They might stand alongside a polar bear on Arctic ice, dive with penguins in Antarctic waters, or observe a camel’s unique features in a desert landscape.
Suddenly, adaptation isn’t just a vocabulary word—it’s a solution to environmental challenges they’ve observed. Evolution isn’t just a theory—it’s a process they can see evidence for. And the vocabulary of biology becomes embedded through lived, emotional experience.
This workshop supports Key Stage 1 and 2 curriculum objectives around living things and their habitats, animals including humans, and evolution and inheritance.
How Can We Protect Our Planet?
Perhaps the most important question facing the next generation: how do we safeguard our world for the future?
This workshop takes pupils on a journey to understand both the challenges facing our planet and the solutions within our reach. They’ll explore questions like: What impact are humans having on natural habitats? How does plastic pollution affect ocean life? What can renewable energy do to reduce carbon emissions?
Pupils might witness the impact of deforestation on rainforest ecosystems, observe plastic waste in ocean environments, or explore renewable energy solutions like wind and solar farms. The immersive experience creates emotional connections that drive genuine environmental awareness.
Suddenly, sustainability isn’t just a buzzword—it’s an urgent need they’ve witnessed. Climate change isn’t just news headlines—it’s a challenge they’ve seen evidence for. And the vocabulary of environmental science becomes embedded through lived, emotional experience.
This workshop aligns with science curriculum objectives around living things and their habitats, whilst connecting powerfully to geography topics, citizenship education, and the wider school commitment to sustainability.
Traditional vs Immersive Learning: A Quick Comparison
| Feature | Traditional Classroom Lesson | VR British Science Week Workshop |
|---|---|---|
| Engagement Level | Variable—often reliant on imagination | High—multi-sensory and emotionally powerful |
| Understanding Scale | Abstract—difficult to visualise | Tangible—pupils experience concepts first-hand |
| Access to Awe & Wonder | Limited to images and videos | Pupils feel present in extraordinary environments |
| Vocabulary Retention | Often surface-level memorisation | Deepened through lived experience |
| Oracy Opportunities | Teacher-led Q&A | Pupil-led description, questioning, debate |
| Cost per Class | £300–£500 for science centre trip (one class) | £600 for up to six classes (180 pupils) |
| Teacher Development | Rare during pupil trips | Built-in CPD on immersive tech and oracy |
| Reach | One class per trip | Whole school access in one day |
Why It Works
Here’s what makes our approach so effective for British Science Week:
Presence in extraordinary places: Pupils don’t just learn about distant galaxies—they journey through them. They don’t just read about ecosystems—they stand within them. This creates emotional connections that worksheets simply cannot.
Curriculum alignment: Every workshop is mapped to key objectives from the National Curriculum, so you can be confident it supports your planning and assessment whilst celebrating British Science Week’s theme of curiosity.
Scale made comprehensible: By journeying to distant star systems, exploring complex ecosystems, and witnessing environmental challenges, pupils develop genuine understanding that photographs and diagrams struggle to convey.
Oracy-rich experiences: Pupils are encouraged to describe what they see, question what they don’t understand, and reflect on scientific concepts, building scientific vocabulary and confidence.
Teacher development: Whilst pupils explore, teachers gain hands-on experience with immersive tech and oracy strategies they can use across the curriculum long after British Science Week ends.
The Structure: More Than Just VR
Our British Science Week workshops follow our proven approach that prioritises both engagement and effective learning.
Each session combines short, focused VR experiences with discussion, questioning, and hands-on activities. Pupils aren’t passively watching content—they’re actively constructing understanding through carefully sequenced experiences.
Built-in breaks between VR segments allow time for pupils to process what they’ve experienced, share observations, and formulate questions. Remember, the theme this year is curiosity and questions. Our structure creates multiple opportunities for pupils to move from “Wow, that’s amazing” to “But why does that happen?” and “What would happen if…?”
This approach also ensures every pupil can participate comfortably and safely. As detailed in our blog about motion sickness, our teacher-controlled, short-burst method eliminates the risks associated with extended VR use whilst maximising educational impact.
Affordable, Inspirational Learning for Your Whole School
We know budgets are tight. That’s why our workshops are designed to be cost-effective. For £600 for a full day, we can transport up to 180 of your pupils (six classes) to the far reaches of space, inside thriving ecosystems, alongside perfectly adapted animals, and to the front lines of environmental challenges—all without leaving the school grounds.
Compare this to traditional educational visits: a single class trip to a science centre typically costs £300–£500 in transport and admission fees alone. Our approach means you can offer every pupil in multiple year groups an unforgettable British Science Week experience for the same investment.
It’s not just a substitute for a trip—it’s access to places no school trip could provide.
What Teachers Say
“Children and staff had a wonderful experience taking part in the VR Workshops, which had been tailored to exactly what we wanted. Justin was extremely knowledgeable and had a great manner with the children easily keeping them engaged and motivated throughout the sessions. Thank you!”
— Lucy Hodges, Deputy Headteacher, Dales MAT
“Year 5 Explore the Solar System in Virtual Reality! Today, Year 5 had an out-of-this-world experience as EduPeopleVR visited our school to help extend their knowledge of the planets and the solar system! Using virtual reality headsets, students were able to immerse themselves in space and explore the planets like never before. A huge thank you to Mr Peoples for organising such an amazing opportunity—what a brilliant way to bring science to life!”
— Mr Gregg, SS Peter and Paul, South Shields
How to Get Started
We make it easy. Whether you’re a curriculum lead, a science coordinator, or a teacher looking to make British Science Week truly memorable, we’ll work with you to tailor the experience to your pupils’ needs and curriculum objectives.
We bring everything: headsets, resources, and expert facilitation. You bring your curiosity and your classes.
When you book a workshop with us, we’ll discuss your specific needs: What topics are you covering? What year groups will be participating? What learning objectives do you want to achieve? What questions do you want pupils to be asking by the end of British Science Week?
Your answers shape how we design and deliver the workshop. This isn’t a one-size-fits-all package. It’s a genuine partnership between experienced educators and cutting-edge technology.
Practical Information
Our British Science Week workshops can accommodate whole classes and are suitable for all primary year groups. With a full day booking, we can work with up to six classes (180 pupils), making it perfect for dedicating a day to science celebration across your school.
We bring everything needed to your school. You don’t need any special equipment or facilities, just classroom spaces where we can work with your pupils.
Workshops can be booked for any day during British Science Week (6-15 March 2026) or in the weeks surrounding it. We’re taking bookings now and would encourage schools to get in touch early, as availability during this popular period fills quickly.
From Questions to Understanding
The best science lessons don’t just answer questions. They generate new ones. They transform “I don’t know” from a statement of ignorance into an invitation to explore.
This British Science Week, let’s use the theme of curiosity to its fullest potential. Let’s show pupils that their questions matter, that wondering about the world is the first step towards understanding it, and that science is ultimately about satisfying that fundamental human drive to know more.
In a time when enrichment is under threat and the biggest questions in science feel impossibly distant, we believe it’s more important than ever to offer pupils experiences that spark joy, curiosity, and genuine wonder.
Ready to Make British Science Week 2026 Unforgettable?
Contact us today to book your customised VR workshop for British Science Week. For only £600, you can give up to 180 pupils an extraordinary scientific journey that ignites curiosity and deepens understanding.
Let’s turn your pupils’ questions into unforgettable learning experiences.
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EduPeopleVR delivers curriculum-linked VR workshops throughout the north of England, transforming how pupils engage with science and the wider curriculum.
