Home education afternoon sessions
Our Discover Together afternoon sessions are themed, hands-on sessions inspired by some of the most exciting collections at the National Museum of Scotland.
Designed for curious minds aged 7-11, these sessions offer a deep dive into the museum through interactive games, creative activities and guided gallery explorations.
- Ages
7-11
- Price
£5 per child, accompanying adult free
- Venue
Learning Centre Studios, Level 4
- Duration
1 hr 30 mins
- Capacity
Places limited to 16 children per session
Upcoming themes and dates
- Minerals of Minecraft - Wed 23rd Sep, 14:00 - 15:30
- The Romans - Thu 26th Nov, 14:00 - 15:30
Get in touch to book an afternoon session
Good to know
- These sessions are specifically tailored for children aged 7-11. To ensure the best experience for all participants, we are unable to accommodate younger siblings or older children outside this age bracket.
- To ensure fair access, booking must be made by a parent or guardian. Please note that we cannot accept block bookings for groups made by a Home Education Group Lead.
- As with all museum visits, children must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the session.
Accessibility and facilities
We want everyone who comes to our museums to enjoy their time with us and make the most of their visit.
How to get to the space
You can make your way to the studios by walking through the Collecting Stories gallery. Walk up the staircase to Level 4. Turn right and the studios will be through the doors ahead of you.
There is also lift access via the lift next to the staircase. The dimensions of the lift are 137cm x 150cm (4ft 6in x 4ft 11in).
The door to each studio is not automatic and cannot be opened by a push pad. During an event it may already be open or a staff member will available to offer assistance.
Wheelchair access
There is significant space to use a wheelchair in each studio.
Wheelchairs can be borrowed from the information desks at the Entrance Hall and Tower Entrance. They cannot be booked in advance.
Seating
Tables and seating in the studios are not fixed.
Hearing induction loops
There is no induction loop in either studio.
Toilets and baby changing
The nearest toilets are on Level 4 next to the studios. There are standard toilets and an accessible toilet. A baby changing table is located in the accessible toilet.
If you require a changing places toilet, please ask a member of staff.
Visit our accessibility page for general access information for the National Museum of Scotland.