Behaviour agreement

We look forward to welcoming you to the National Museum of Scotland. 

We care for collections of national and international importance, preserving, interpreting and opening access to them for current and future generations. Our aim is that your visit allows a broader audience to enjoy our collections and museum. 

We ask that you read this beforehand and share with all adults accompanying you. 

Our expectations for your school

From your school we expect: 

• Teachers to remain responsible for their pupils’ behaviour whilst in the museum
• Teachers and accompanying adults will remain with pupils at all times
• During sessions, museum staff will be responsible for delivering the content, with teachers being proactive in supporting classroom management
• Groups to arrive at least 15 minutes before the start of workshops or sessions, or to let us know if they're running late
• Groups to eat and drink in designated areas
• Pupils to respect the museum and the objects on display
• Pupils to respect museum staff and other visitors during your visit. 

Our promises to you

In return, we promise to: 

• Before your visit, provide you with resources and information to make your visit relevant, inspiring and interesting
• Meet you on arrival and help you find your way around the museum
• Answer any questions or help you during your visit if you need it
• Deliver engaging workshops and sessions for your pupils with museum staff leading on delivering the content of these
• Provide you with free access to a wide range of galleries on topics such as Scottish History, Natural World and World Cultures
• Listen to your feedback and improve our future programmes.